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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 Neighborhood Food Center in Phoenix, AZ is a food distribution center that kindly welcomes all Arizona residents, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. We invite you, your friends, and your families to visit and hope you find comfort at our facility. Please ask any questions that may arise; the St. Mary's Food Bank team is happy to assist.

We distribute pet food after the 25th of each month, as available. If interested, please 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
ClosedSunday, Saturday
Special Hours
Jul 4, 2025: Closed (Closed for Independence Day)
Nov 27, 2025: Closed (Closed for Thanksgiving Day)
Nov 28, 2025: Closed (Closed the Day After Thanksgiving)

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

Food Distribution

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

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

ClosedSunday, Saturday
Special Hours
May 26, 2025: Closed (Closed for Memorial Day)
Jul 4, 2025: Closed (Closed for Independence Day)
Sep 1, 2025: Closed (Closed for Labor Day)
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

September Lopez

602-343-2501

smlopez@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

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)

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.

ClosedSunday, Saturday
Special Hours
May 26, 2025: Closed (Closed for Memorial Day)
Jul 4, 2025: Closed (Closed for Independence Day)
Sep 1, 2025: Closed (Closed for Labor Day)
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

September Lopez

602-343-2501

smlopez@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

ClosedSunday, Saturday
Special Hours
May 26, 2025: Closed (Closed for Memorial Day)
Jul 4, 2025: Closed (Closed for Independence Day)
Sep 1, 2025: Closed (Closed for Labor Day)
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

Josue Lamsifuentes

602-343-3129

jlamsifuentes@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). No overnight parking is allowed. Must be present with a valid Arizona ID to receive food. To sign up to volunteer or for questions please call 602-344-4124.

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).
ClosedSunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Special Hours
May 26, 2025: Closed (Closed for Memorial Day)
Jul 4, 2025: Closed (Closed for Independence Day)
Sep 1, 2025: Closed (Closed for Labor Day)
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

Josue Lamsifuentes

602-343-3129

jlamsifuentes@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

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