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March 24, 2026

Every step towards fighting food insecurity can make a difference. And on Saturday, March 14, the community had the chance to prove this during United Food Bank’s inaugural ‘Food for

February 26, 2026

Leaning in close, Jocelyn’s brush steadied as she swept thin lines of black paint to form webs across a face full of bright red paint. Nearby, her friend Amber held

December 23, 2025

‘Twas the week before the holidays, and all across the Mesa Convention Center, volunteers worked with passion, united in ensuring no table would be left empty this holiday season. On

December 15, 2025

Kimberly, also known as Kim to her friends, has always been the one who helps others. As a contract paralegal, Kim specializes in navigating parents and children through the foster

November 25, 2025

Rain or shine, the show must go on. On November 19, United Food Bank hosted its 19th annual Thanksgiving Food Distribution at the Mesa Convention Center. Despite the weather, it

November 24, 2025

Growing up in one of Los Angeles’ toughest neighborhoods, Anthony, better known as Tony, has faced a lifetime of challenges and instability. Now at 62 years old, he is a

October 29, 2025

Every October 31, neighborhoods come alive with the glow of pumpkins lighting the way, people walking around in elaborate costumes and excited children holding large bags filled with their candy

September 30, 2025

When discussing the impacts of food insecurity, people often focus on seniors living on fixed incomes, children going to school with empty stomachs and families stretching every dollar to get