Food Banks in Arizona

The Heart of Hunger Relief: Volunteers

The Arizona Food Bank Network, together with its regional partners, plays a vital role in ensuring nutritious food reaches those who need it most. But the real heroes are the volunteers.

Whether you are an individual hoping to make a difference or part of a group looking for a meaningful way to give back, there is a place for you. Volunteers sort, pack, and distribute food, creating an impact that stretches across every corner of Arizona.

How You Can Help

Sort and Pack Donations
Prepare food boxes that will be delivered to families in need.

Mobile Pantry Assistance
Distribute fresh groceries at drive-through events and pop-up food pantries.

Food Drives and Fundraisers
Support or organize food drives in your community, school, or workplace.

Office and Administrative Support
Use your organizational skills to help behind the scenes.

Group Volunteering
Perfect for schools, businesses, churches, and community organizations.

Volunteer Statewide

Through the Arizona Food Bank Network, you can connect with food banks across the state, including:

  • St. Mary’s Food Bank (Phoenix)

  • Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona (Tucson)

  • United Food Bank (Mesa)

  • Yuma Community Food Bank

  • Northern Arizona Food Bank partners

By volunteering, you also support a regional effort that connects with neighboring networks such as The Idaho Foodbank, Feeding Indiana’s Hungry, and others working together to fight hunger across the Southwest and beyond.

Answer the Call to Serve

Volunteers are essential to keeping shelves stocked and pantries open. Your time, energy, and compassion ensure that no Arizonan has to go hungry.

Visit arizonafoodbanks.org to explore opportunities with the Arizona Food Bank Network and get involved in your community. In the desert, every helping hand brings hope. Be that hand.