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The St. Mary's Food Bank Neighborhood Food Center in Surprise, AZ is now offering a new pantry experience! We invite you to visit our new neighbor choice pantry and select the foods you want, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Located at the northeast corner of our building, look for the "Pantry" sign.

We invite you and your family to join St. Mary's Food Bank for our annual Holiday Food Distribution. Items distributed may include a turkey, fresh produce, and other goods to share with your friends and family as you celebrate this holiday season. 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.

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St. Mary’s Food Bank - Surprise Neighborhood Food Center
13050 W Elm St
Surprise, AZ 85374
602-242-3663

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Location Overview

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

The St. Mary's Food Bank Neighborhood Food Center in Surprise, AZ is a food distribution center that kindly welcomes all Arizona residents, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 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.

Location Features

Parking Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Near Public Transit
Safe Space
Restrooms Available
Seating in Waiting Area

Location Operating Hours



Monday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
ClosedSunday, Saturday
Special Hours
Dec 25, 2024: Closed (Closed for Christmas Day)
Jan 1, 2025: Closed (Closed for New Year's Day)

Hours in location time zone: US Mountain Time (MST) (UTC-7)

Food Distribution

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)

Mon

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.

Tue

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.

Wed

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.

Thu

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.

Fri

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

CSFP Participants must pick up their box before the 25th of the month.

ClosedSunday, Saturday
Special Hours
Dec 25, 2024: Closed (Closed for Christmas Day)
Jan 1, 2025: Closed (Closed for New Year's 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, 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

The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)

Mon

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tue

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Wed

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Thu

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Fri

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

ClosedSunday, Saturday
Special Hours
Dec 25, 2024: Closed (Closed for Christmas Day)
Jan 1, 2025: Closed (Closed for New Year's 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, Lifting / Carrying Assistance, Outdoor Service, Pre-Packed Boxes / Bags, TEFAP Program

Items Offered

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

Food Distribution

Food Pantry

Mon

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Tue

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Wed

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Thu

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Fri

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

ClosedSunday, Saturday
Special Hours
Dec 25, 2024: Closed (Closed for Christmas Day)
Jan 1, 2025: Closed (Closed for New Year's 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. If you like to select the foods that best fit the needs of you and your family, please visit our new pantry, located at the northeast corner of our building and enter under the sign labeled "Pantry."

Program Qualifications
Must reside in Arizona to qualify.
Primary Contact

Sarah Marez

602-343-5613

smarez@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 Distributions

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
Dec 25, 2024: Closed (Closed for Christmas Day)
Jan 1, 2025: Closed (Closed for New Year's 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

Sarah Marez

602-343-5613

smarez@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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