The Community Food Bank in Amado has proudly served the areas of Amado, Lakewood, Elephant Head, Arivaca, Tubac, Tumacacori, Halfway Station, and Carmen for over 28 years. With support from our volunteers, donors, and community partners, we will serve our neighbors for as long as we are needed.
Creating a healthy and hunger-free community, today, tomorrow, and always. You can picture a better future for southern Arizona. One where children don't go to bed hungry. One where families have the means to provide for themselves, where diet-related diseases like diabetes are on the decline, and local food production is on the rise. Don't just picture that future. Make it happen. Your gift does so much: • Plant gardens in homes and schools • Teach families about healthful food choices • Give seniors in need diet-specific food boxes
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Frequently asked questions
Is my donation secure?
Yes. Your security and privacy is our highest priority. We use industry-standard SSL technology to keep your information safe and secure.
Is this donation tax deductible?
Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.
Is CFB a qualifying charitable organization for the AZ charitable tax credit?
Yes. Gifts to the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona may qualify the donor for an Arizona state tax credit. Our qualifying charitable tax credit id is 20488. View current contribution maximums here. . More information is available at the AZ Department of Revenue website. Please consult your tax advisor for any questions related to charitable tax credits.
Do I get a receipt?
All gifts made online receive an email receipt immediately. In order to manage our resources in a responsible manner, beginning July 1, 2025, we will no longer mail paper receipts for gifts under $1,000. Please save the email and the attached pdf for your records. Each January we will sent a gift summary letter to all donors who have given $25 or above over the course of the previous year.
Can I give a monthly donation?
Yes! Monthly gifts reduce administrative costs and allow more of your gift to go toward mission support efforts. Recurring gifts made via checking accounts also eliminate our credit card fees. To donate via CREDIT CARD, simply select the Donate Monthly button on our donation form. Due to processing costs, please maintain a minimum of $5 a month. To donated via a CHECKING ACCOUNT, please call (520) 882-3300.
How do I update my monthly donation information?
If you set your monthly gift up using our website, you will be able to log on to your account to update the information. If you do not remember you login or password, or have other questions, please contact us at 520.882.3300 or email donations@communityfoodbank.org. Please do not email credit card information.
Yes! Donate your car, truck, motorcycle, RV, camper, or boat to support us in our mission to end hunger. All vehicles are considered, running or not! We make it easy to donate your vehicle. Get started here.
Where can I find your privacy policy?
We do not sell, exchange or rent names or other personal information about our donors, website users, or subscribers. Our privacy policy can be viewed here.
How is my personal data handled?
Your personal data is processed in accordance with our privacy policy and also in accordance with the privacy policy of GoFundMe, our website partner.
Does my employer match charitable donations?
Many employers offer employee or retiree charitable gift matching. You can contact your employer’s HR office to see if they have a matching gift offer or search here to see if your company provides a matching gift.
Can I donate via employer payroll deductions?
Maybe. Check with your employer about workplace giving campaigns through payroll deduction. If your employer uses the United Way as their vehicle for giving, just write in: “Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, 3003 S Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85713” under Agency Name (Option C for Valley of the Sun United Way). For Arizona Combined Federal Campaign, the CFB is #35001
