Join us in our mission to fight hunger—volunteer, donate, or sponsor today to make a difference in the lives of those who need it most.
Join Us in the Fight Against Hunger!
We invite you to be a part of our mission to combat hunger and make a lasting impact in our communities and beyond. Whether you choose to volunteer, donate, or sponsor, your contribution will help provide nutritious meals to those in need. Every meal we pack is fortified with essential vitamins, ensuring not just food, but a path to long-term wellness.
Event Details:
Date: February 26, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Fountain Hills Community Center, 13001 N. La Montana Drive, Fountain Hills
Volunteer Registration opens on January 13, 2025.
Read about this past year’s community food pack in our feature on The Daily Independent.
VOLUNTEER
Sign up and be part of a community-driven effort to fight hunger.
Opens on January 13, 2025.
MAKE A FINANCIAL GIFT
Your financial gift goes directly to purchasing food. Every dollar counts!
Our Impact
11
Years
1,915
Volunteers
704,200
Meals
SPONSOR
Organizations can play a significant role in supporting Food for Kidz by providing financial contributions and encouraging employees and members to volunteer.
Every dollar you contribute goes directly to food, and all gifts are 100% tax deductible
Mail your financial gift to:
New Journey Lutheran Church FOOD FOR KIDZ PO Box 19552 Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
About Food for Kidz
At Food for Kidz, we focus on making a lasting impact both locally and globally by providing nutrient-rich meals to those in need. Each meal we pack is carefully designed with fortified vitamins, ensuring recipients not only receive food but also vital nourishment. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to donation efficiency—100% of every dollar goes directly toward food purchases, maximizing the impact of each contribution.
Our event is powered by over 200 volunteers, creating a true community-driven effort that turns compassion into action. By working together, we foster a spirit of unity, ensuring that every meal packed brings hope to individuals and families, whether they're in our local communities or affected regions around the world like Ukraine.
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"We focus on feeding both our own communities and those in need around the world, ensuring that no matter where hunger strikes, we're there to help."
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"Every meal we pack is designed with health in mind, containing fortified vitamins to provide more than just food—it's a path to long-term wellness."
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"When you contribute, every dollar goes directly to food. No overhead costs, no administration fees—just food for those in need."
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"With over 200 volunteers coming together, the Food for Kidz event is not just a food packing event—it's a community-driven act of love and service."
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"We believe that compassion can change the world. Through Food for Kidz, we turn empathy into action, ensuring that every meal packed brings hope to someone in need."
What People Are Saying
“It’s a big deal. It’s really good to be able to help out and be part of the cause.”
— Don Deazy, Captain of the Fire Department
“What makes me very proud of this is that we want to hold a space for our community to come together across various backgrounds and beliefs and contribute to the common good. When so many other places seem interested in churning things up, we want to bring people together across division and contribute to our world.”
— Pastor Beth Gallen
“Fifty percent of the food we packed is staying locally and it appears, at this time, the remainder will go to Ukraine.”
— Gwen Rubenow
“We want to say thank you to the many people and organizations in the community who have made these food packing events a success. It’s truly a collective effort. Every meal packed represents hope and sustenance for someone in need. It’s heartwarming to see our community come together year after year to make a difference. ”
— Denny Rubenow
