$45.9M in expenses

United Food Bank sources, rescues, and distributes food to a network of community partners across a 19,000+-square-mile region in Arizona, including parts of Maricopa, Pinal, Gila, Navajo, and Apache Counties. In 2024, United Food Bank distributed 26.9 million pounds of food through its network of partner agencies, community food pantries, and direct service efforts. This included 13.4 million pounds of rescued food from retail and wholesale partners, reducing waste and supporting a more sustainable food system. On average, partner agencies recorded over 100,000 visits per month from individuals and families seeking food assistance. United Food Bank also assembled and distributed 469,491 emergency food bags to support neighbors facing urgent need.

$2.0M in expenses

United Food Bank provides monthly food boxes to low-income individuals age 60 and older through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). Each box includes items from all five food groups, including shelf-stable proteins, grains, fruits, vegetables, and cheese. In 2024, 38,206 senior food boxes were distributed in partnership with local agencies, helping older adults maintain a healthy diet and access consistent food support across both urban and rural areas.

$289K in expenses

To address childhood hunger, United Food Bank partners with after-school and community-based programs to provide free, nutritious meals and snacks to children experiencing food insecurity. In 2024, 392,063 meals were distributed through these efforts, ensuring that children had access to reliable nourishment outside of school hours.