St. Mary’s Food Bank - Phoenix Neighborhood Food Center in Phoenix, AZ

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We will now be open on the first Saturday and 3rd Saturday of each month, starting on April 4, 2026. On the first and third Saturday, we offer a neighbor choice pantry, where you select the foods you want.

Parking is on the North and West side of the building. There will be a guard to direct where to park. Overflow parking will be on the east side of the building. Please enter the building on the west side, from the ramp.

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St. Mary’s Food Bank - Phoenix Neighborhood Food Center
3131 W Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85017

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Location Overview

St. Mary’s Food Bank - Phoenix Neighborhood Food Center

The St. Mary's Food Bank Phoenix Neighborhood Food Center kindly welcomes all Arizona residents, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

We are also open on the first and third Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

We invite you, your friends, and your families to visit, and we hope you find comfort at our facility. The St. Mary's Food Bank team is happy to assist.
Please note, we distribute pet food after the 25th of each month, as available. If interested, please feel free to call us after the 25th to ask which pet food we have available for distribution.

Location Features

Near Public Transit

Safe Space

Location Operating Hours

Monday	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Tuesday	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Wednesday	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Thursday	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Friday	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM 1st, 3rd Week of Month
Closed	Sunday

Hours in location time zone: Mountain Time (MT) (UTC-6)

Food Distribution

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

This institution is an equal-opportunity provider and employer: https://www.usda.gov/non-discrimination-statement

Mon	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Tue	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Wed	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Thu	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Fri	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Sat	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Closed	Sunday

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

Program Overview

This emergency distribution center provides fresh and non-perishable food to supplement the diets of low-income households. Programs administered at this site include TEFAP (Administered by the USDA), Large Family Bags (LFB), and other product as available. Product varies but may contain fresh fruits and vegetables, non-perishables such as canned and baked goods, and bulk product.

Program Qualifications

Must be 18+ years, self-declare to federal income guidelines, and reside in Arizona to qualify. Neighbors are required to show ID and proof of AZ residence each visit and upon first visit, provide their first and last name, date of birth, gender identity, and ethnicity.

Primary Contact

Phoenix Neighborhood Food Center

602-343-3129

rcobrien@stmarysfoodbank.org

Service Area

No service area restrictions

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

Food Program Features

Accepts Walk-Ins, Curbside Pickup / Drive Through, Lifting / Carrying Assistance, Outdoor Service, Pre-Packed Boxes / Bags, TEFAP Program, Home Delivery Service, Home Delivery Service, Home Delivery Service, Home Delivery Service, Home Delivery Service

Items Offered

Dairy, Eggs, Fruits & Vegetables, Meat, Shelf Stable/Non-Perishable Goods, Pet Food / Supplies, Toiletries / Hygiene Products

Food Distribution

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)

This institution is an equal-opportunity provider and employer: https://www.usda.gov/non-discrimination-statement

Mon	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.
Tue	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.
Wed	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.
Thu	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.
Fri	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.
Closed	Sunday, Saturday

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)

Program Overview

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) is a federally funded, USDA-regulated food program that provides monthly supplemental nutrition boxes for qualifying, low-income, and enrolled seniors aged 60 years or older. Boxes are distributed daily to qualifying seniors at a specified location once per month. Upon visiting, seniors will also receive product that is donated by generous individuals, community groups, stores, farmers, and manufacturers. Product varies but may contain fresh fruits and vegetables, non-perishables such as canned and baked goods, and bulk product.

Program Qualifications

Must be 60+ years, be within federal income guidelines, reside in Arizona, re-certify yearly, and maintain regular participation to qualify. Neighbors are required to show ID at each visit, and upon first visit provide their first and last name, date of birth, gender identity, ethnicity and proof of AZ residence.

Primary Contact

Phoenix Neighborhood Food Center

602-343-3129

rcobrien@stmarysfoodbank.org

Service Area

No service area restrictions

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

Food Program Features

CSFP Program, Curbside Pickup / Drive Through, Lifting / Carrying Assistance, Outdoor Service, Pre-Packed Boxes / Bags

Items Offered

Dairy, Eggs, Fruits & Vegetables, Meat, Shelf Stable/Non-Perishable Goods

Program Audience

Open to only these groups: Older Adults / Seniors

Note: Must be 60+ years, be within federal income guidelines, reside in Arizona, re-certify yearly, and maintain regular participation to qualify.

Food Distribution

Food Pantry

Mon	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Tue	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Wed	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Thu	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Fri	7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Sat	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Closed	Sunday

Program Overview

This emergency distribution center provides fresh and non-perishable food to supplement the diets of low-income households. Product varies but may contain fresh fruits and vegetables, non-perishables such as canned and baked goods, and bulk product.

Program Qualifications

Must reside in Arizona to qualify.

Primary Contact

Phoenix Neighborhood Food Center

602-343-3129

rcobrien@stmarysfoodbank.org

Service Area

No service area restrictions

Languages Spoken

English, Spanish

Food Program Features

Accepts Walk-Ins, Curbside Pickup / Drive Through, Lifting / Carrying Assistance, Outdoor Service

Items Offered

Dairy, Fruits & Vegetables, Meat, Shelf Stable/Non-Perishable Goods

Food Distribution

Holiday Distribution

The Holiday Food Distribution is open Monday, November 25, 2024, from 8 - 12 p.m., Tuesday, November 26, 2024, from 8 - 12 p.m., and Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 8 - 11 a.m. (while supplies last).
Closed	Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Program Qualifications

Arizona ID is required to receive food. One menu per household and must be present to receive food. Authorized case managers, healthcare workers, public health official, etc. can pick up holiday food boxes for patients unable to travel to the distribution with required paperwork. Limit 5 per caseworker. Email mobiledistribution@stmarysfoodbank.org for required paperwork.

Primary Contact

Phoenix Neighborhood Food Center

602-343-3129

rcobrien@stmarysfoodbank.org

Service Area

No service area restrictions

Food Program Features

Accepts Walk-Ins, Curbside Pickup / Drive Through, Lifting / Carrying Assistance, Outdoor Service, Pre-Packed Boxes / Bags

Items Offered

Fruits & Vegetables, Meat, Shelf Stable/Non-Perishable Goods

Our Location

St. Mary’s Food Bank - Phoenix Neighborhood Food Center

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

Program Overview

Program Qualifications

Primary Contact

Service Area

Languages Spoken

Food Program Features

Items Offered

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)

Program Overview

Program Qualifications

Primary Contact

Service Area

Languages Spoken

Food Program Features

Items Offered

Program Audience

Food Pantry

Program Overview

Program Qualifications

Primary Contact

Service Area

Languages Spoken

Food Program Features

Items Offered

Holiday Distribution

Program Qualifications

Primary Contact

Service Area

Food Program Features

Items Offered

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