Communities across Arizona are stepping up to address the growing need for food assistance amidst a prolonged government shutdown. With grocery demands on the rise, cities like Flagstaff and Phoenix have initiated expansive food drives to support their residents.
Flagstaff’s Efforts to Combat Food Insecurity
Flagstaff has launched a comprehensive two-month food and supplies drive aimed at aiding those in need. Sarah Langley from the city highlighted that donations can be made at various city facilities, including city hall and recreation centers. The Flagstaff Family Food Center will be responsible for distributing the collected food.
“We’re hearing from nonprofits in Flagstaff that this year they are experiencing really increased demand. The Flagstaff Family Food Center announced that they served over 50,000 meals in October,” Langley said.
Flagstaff Donation Drop-off Locations
Flagstaff City Hall, 211 W Aspen Ave.
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Police Department, 911 E Sawmill Rd
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Aquaplex, 1702 N Fourth St.
Monday-Friday 6 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Saturday 6 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Hal Jensen Recreation Center, 2403 N Izabel St.
Monday-Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Joe C. Montoya Senior Center, 245 N Thorpe Rd.
Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Friday 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Jay Lively Activity Center, 1650 N Turquoise Dr.
During regular hours
Public Works Facility, 3200 W Route 66
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Sustainability Office, 419 N Mogollon St.
Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Food banks and other food assistance nonprofits will try to help fill the gap if the federal SNAP benefits are paused nationwide as the government shutdown drags on. Here are a few resources for finding free or low-cost food around Arizona.
Phoenix Joins the Initiative
Phoenix is also contributing to the statewide effort by launching a food drive in collaboration with St. Mary’s Food Bank. City representatives emphasize the importance of monetary donations while encouraging residents to drop off food items at designated libraries and community centers.
“The foods in most demand include proteins like canned meats and beans, peanut butter and canned fruits and vegetables,” according to a Phoenix press release.
Residents can find more information by visiting phoenix.gov/hungerrelief.
Phoenix Donation Drop-off Locations
Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Monday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m – 5 p.m.
Cesar Chavez Community Center, 7858 S. 35th Avenue, Laveen Village, AZ 85339
Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday – Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Goelet A.C. Beuf Community Center, 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027
Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Paradise Valley Community Center, 17402 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Pecos Community Center, 17010 S. 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunnyslope Community Center, 802 E. Vogel Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
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