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We are using stories to spread awareness around food insecurity, debunk harmful stereotypes, and encourage support donations. Sharing your story can help inspire others to get help, volunteer with us or other local food pantries, donate money to support our cause or donate food for others. Your story matters.
This past summer, thousands of Arizona kids and their families worried about where their next meals were coming from as hunger does not take a summer vacation. In response, United…
Hershey’s, Hope, and Help with United Food Bank and Matthew’s Crossing Tracy is a devoted mother of two adult children. Her son lives with her, while her daughter resides…
RISE Grant Success: Abiding Ministries Abiding Ministries, a dedicated food pantry partner of United Food Bank on the San Carlos Apache Reservation, recently received a second $10,000 grant from…
Doing Well While Doing Good: A Win-Win-Win Initiative Have you ever taken a picture of beautifully plated food in one of your favorite restaurants? Instead of letting it sit…
More Than a Pantry: CAHRA’s Holistic Approach to Community Well-Being Standing strong on the border of Eloy, Arizona, the efforts of the Community Action Human Resources Agency, or CAHRA,…
From Lemons to Mario: Lucy’s Charitable Quest Lucy, a determined and compassionate young girl, embarked on a mission that combined her desire for a Nintendo Switch with her passion…
United Food Bank’s Food Drive Friday Launches ‘Summer of a Million Meals’ Campaign United Food Bank kicked off its ‘Summer of a Million Meals’ campaign with a successful Food…
Mesa Unites: Hydration Drive Kicks Off to Beat the Heat As Arizona braces for another scorching summer, the community of Mesa is rallying together to ensure that its most…
It’s Time To Stamp Out Hunger: America’s Largest National One-Day Food Drive It’s almost that time of year, where millions of Americans will come together to participate in Stamp…
United Food Bank’s Newest ‘Million Meals Club’ Members In a heartwarming display of community solidarity, United Food Bank has welcomed 23 new members to its inaugural Million Meals Club!…
Thank You Volunteers! It’s time to shine a spotlight on the hunger heroes behind the scenes at United Food Bank, celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Month! United Food Bank partners with…
Struggle to Strength: Amy’s Resilience in the Face of Adversity 70% of Americans are one paycheck away from a different life. That means all it takes is one unfortunate…
“Food Means Community” United Food Bank has a growing list of partners and programs oriented toward increasing food security across Arizona. Leading an incredible team of agency capacity specialists…
A Heart For The Hungry In a world where hunger knows no boundaries, there are individuals like Sergeant Major Reynaldo Rivera who stand tall as beacons of generosity and…
Feed, Clothe, and Empower: Paz de Cristo “It all starts with a nutritious meal, a hot shower, and clean clothes,” states the mission of Paz de Cristo, a partner…
“Everyone can do five. You can donate five hours a month, $5 a month, or 5 meals a month, everyone can do five.” Mary Shelby, a former Interior Plantscaper…
Wearing Gratitude: Brenda’s Experience with United Food Bank “Thank you so much for talking to me today and for the wonderful Grinch pin. I’m going to wear it all…
New Beginnings, Unseen Hardships: The Food Insecurity Dilemma in Arizona In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a significant number of individuals chose to relocate to Arizona, enticed by…
Who Do We Help? Earlier this fall, we saw a potential government shutdown, leaving many people worrying about the possible loss of a paycheck and requiring them to seek…
A Season of Gratitude At United Food Bank, we rely on donors like you to keep our mission alive: to unite communities to alleviate hunger and provide nutritious meals…
Dedicated High School Students Stuff the Bus to Help United Food Bank Feed Neighbors! Williams Field High School students demonstrate compassion and creativity as they form a sort-of assembly…
A Feast of Thanks with United Food Bank As the sun rises over Mesa, more than 200 people start waking up to sounds of United Food Bank volunteers tapping…
40 Reasons for 40 Years! Did you know United Food Bank receives most of its entire food supply during the holiday season? ‘Tis the season to give! United Food…
It Takes A Village: A New Leaf Autumn House Spotlight As Domestic Violence Awareness Month ushers in October, so does the opportunity to showcase the incredible work of one…
A Day in the Life: Volunteering at United Food Bank Looking to volunteer but nervous about what the experience entails? Maybe you’re all signed up and wondering what to…
Super Staff Spotlight: Mandy Hodges, Food Drive Manager With the holiday season almost here, Food Drive Manager Mandy Hodges prepares for her first “giving season” at United Food Bank.…
Commodity Senior Food Program Impacts Arizona Seniors Meet Susan Holland; a professional ballerina from St. Louis, Missouri, turned dance studio owner in Mesa, Arizona. Susan and her dog, Teddie,…
Super Staff Spotlight: Jody Martinez, Truck Driver Jody Martinez has been with United Food Bank for over a year now. Even though she hasn’t been with us for a…
Food Insecurity Can Affect Anyone: Jennifer and Matthew’s Story With the cost of living in Arizona rising higher than most places in the US, many Arizonans struggle to afford…
From Getting Food Assistance to Leading Food Distributions: Ahmad’s Success Story Meet Ahmad, Executive Assistant at ICNA Relief Arizona. Ahmad knows what it’s like to really need help from…
Partner Agency Spotlight: Imagine Schools at East Mesa When school’s out for summer break, many Arizona children lose access to a reliable source of food—free or reduced-price school meals…
Partner Agency Spotlight: Jose’s Closet and Emma’s Eats Food Pantry ‘If you can’t find it, you create it.’ That’s what Wendy Esquibel, founder of Jose’s Closet and Emma’s…
From Food Waste to Food Security Food waste makes up about 40% of U.S. landfills. With the population of food insecure Americans rising in the past years, many wonder why…
MCC Student Finds Hope Through College Hunger College hunger is a very prevalent issue with lasting impacts on students; however, many colleges and universities do not realize how many…
UFB Changes the Narrative on Getting Food Assistance Cheryl Primm was the first to arrive at the 2022 Thanksgiving Distribution AND the 2022 Christmas Distribution put on by United…
United Food Bank Helps Set Thanksgiving Tables The Monday before Thanksgiving, United Food Bank helped to serve 1,847 households and 8,467 individuals a Thanksgiving meal. After a long year…
Turkey Tuesday helps fill plates this Thanksgiving On Tuesday, the City of Mesa Engineering Department partnered up with United Food Bank for their 14th annual “Turkey Tuesday” Turkey Drive. …
This past weekend in the East Valley, temperatures were in the high 90s and Elijah Aguirre felt inspired to help people cool off. He thought a lemonade stand would be…
Our community has a strong history of welcoming refugees from around the world who are escaping war and starting new lives in the United States. The current conflict in Ukraine…
Hunger in Arizona: An End in Sight for Pandemic Food Lines Andrea Thomas had never asked for help with food until the pandemic hit. “I was furloughed for four months…
For more than 16 years, Johnjay and Rich have been granting Christmas wishes to children and families in need and this year United Food Bank is joining them! …
Roberto attends the after-school program at a Boys and Girls Club in United Food Bank’s service area. Recently, due to generous funding, UFB was able to provide fresh fruit one…
As reported to a United Food Bank Staffer, Ella is a single mother of 5 children ages 10 and under. She found herself suddenly single, with no support from the…