As demand for groceries continues to grow due to the ongoing government shutdown, some Arizona cities are launching citywide food drives.
Flagstaff is launching a two-month-long food and supplies drive for those in need.
Sarah Langley with the city said that food can be donated through various city facilities, like city hall and recreation centers.
Food will be distributed by the Flagstaff Family Food Center.
"We’re hearing from nonprofits in Flagstaff that this year they are experiencing really increased demand. The Flagstaff Family Food Center announced that they served over 50,000 meals in October," Langley said.
Flagstaff donation drop-off locations
Flagstaff City Hall, 211 W Aspen Ave.
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Police Department, 911 E Sawmill Rd
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Aquaplex, 1702 N Fourth St.
Monday-Friday 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday 6 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Hal Jensen Recreation Center, 2403 N Izabel St.
Monday-Friday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Joe C. Montoya Senior Center, 245 N Thorpe Rd.
Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Jay Lively Activity Center, 1650 N Turquoise Dr.
During regular hours
Public Works Facility, 3200 W Route 66
Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sustainability Office, 419 N Mogollon St.
Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Phoenix food drive
Phoenix is also launching a food drive in partnership with St. Mary’s Food Bank. City officials say monetary donations are strongly encouraged, and residents can drop off food items at some libraries and community centers.
"The foods in most demand include proteins like canned meats and beans, peanut butter and canned fruits and vegetables," according to a Phoenix press release.
Residents can go to phoenix.gov/hungerrelief for full details.
Phoenix donation drop-off locations
Burton Barr Central Library, 1221 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Monday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Sunday 1 p.m – 5 p.m.
Cesar Chavez Community Center, 7858 S. 35the Avenue, Laveen Village, AZ 85339
Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday - Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Goelet A.C. Beuf Community Center, 3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85027
Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Paradise Valley Community Center, 17402 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Pecos Community Center, 17010 S. 48th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85048
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunnyslope Community Center, 802 E. Vogel Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
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