Food Resources
Mesa, AZ Area
United Food Bank
Search more than 100 East Valley sites offering food boxes, meals, and grocery programs.
211 Arizona
Call 2-1-1 or visit online to find nearby food pantries, hot meals, and emergency assistance in English or Spanish..
Too Good To Go App
This app partners with local bakeries, restaurants, and grocery stores to offer “surprise bags” of food that didn’t sell that day—often at 70–80% off. Great for stretching a budget and cutting food waste.
American Discount Foods
Two Mesa locations (East and West) with deeply discounted groceries and rotating stock. Prices are often far lower than traditional stores.
House of Refuge
Certified food bank offering food boxes and assistance for East Valley families.
Worth Takeaway – Free Kids Lunch
Downtown Mesa restaurant offering free lunches for children during the SNAP benefit pause. No purchase necessary.
BeanChain Coffee – Pay It Forward Meals
Southern & Alma School location. Customers can pre-pay for sandwiches, and receipts are posted on a community board for anyone in need to redeem. They also share a great local resource guide for those experiencing homelessness.
Feeding America – Food Bank Locator
Enter your ZIP code to find nearby food banks across Arizona and the U.S.
Ways to Help
Even small acts make a real difference. Support trusted local organizations feeding our neighbors.
Donate to United Food Bank
Every dollar helps provide meals.
Give to House of Refuge
Drop off non-perishable food and essentials.
Volunteer at United Food Bank
Help sort and pack food boxes.
Support Local “Pay It Forward” Cafés
Purchase a prepaid sandwich or meal at BeanChain Coffee or similar community cafés.