2025 IMPACT AT A GLANCE
Gift‑In‑Kind: 68,015.19 lbs. valued at $666,891.10
Individuals Served: 10,608
Partner Agencies Assisted: 11
Transit Tickets Provided: 500
Blanket Drive Collection: 528 lbs.
Mesa Shelter Support: Toys, clothing, food, pillows, blankets, household items
IMPACT GROWTH SNAPSHOT (2023–2025)
YEARLY REPORTS TIMELINE
2025 Report:
- Gift‑In‑Kind: 68,015.19 lbs. valued at $666,891.10
- Individuals Served: 10,608
- Partner Agencies Supported: 11
- Transit Tickets Provided: 500
- Blanket Drive Collection: 528 lbs.
- Mesa Shelter Support: Toys, clothing, food, pillows, blankets, household items
2024 Report:
- Total Individuals Served: 8,900
- Agencies Supported: 16
- Mobile Food Pantry: 17 events
- Giving Back Events: 6 events
- Homeless Outreach: 27 events
- Scheduled Food Box Appointments: 37 families
- Pounds Distributed: 60,301 valued at $291,156, Toys, food, clothing, household items
2023 Report:
- Value Distributed: $224,130
- Individuals Served: 7,749
- Per‑person Value: $30
- Pounds Distributed: 50,347 lbs. of food, hygiene, & clothing
Key Partnerships in 2025
In 2025, AZFH expanded its collaborative efforts through strategic partnerships that strengthened our ability to serve vulnerable populations:
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Maricopa Veterans StandDown Alliance (March 2025): AZFH joined forces with the StandDown Alliance to provide essential resources and support to homeless veterans during their annual event. This partnership allowed us to deliver food, hygiene kits, transit tickets, and hope to those who served our country.
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Social Spin Laundromat (August 2025): AZFH formed a new partnership with Social Spin to assist homeless and low-income families during weekly Free Laundry Day events at their Mesa, AZ location. Through this collaboration, we provided food, hygiene items, transit tickets, and other necessities, ensuring dignity and care for families in need.
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Mesa Shelter Support (Ongoing): AZFH began supporting a local Mesa shelter by supplying food, hygiene products, and other essentials for residents. This initiative reflects our commitment to meeting immediate needs while fostering community resilience.
KEY INITIATIVES & EVENTS (2024)
- Mobile Food Pantry: Launched March 2024 — 17 pantry events delivering essentials directly to communities.
- Community Support: Supported 16 agencies to strengthen collaborative efforts.
- Homeless Outreach: 27 outreach events providing food, resources, and hope.
- Family Assistance: 37 scheduled food box appointments for families in need.
COMMUNITY FEEDBACK & IMPACT
- Positive Feedback: Numerous comments praised compassion, timeliness, and respectful treatment.
- Impact on Lives: Homeless individuals and low‑income families report improved well‑being.
- Collaborative Success: Support from 16 partner agencies builds a strong network of care.
STORIES OF HOPE (Testimonials)
“The food giveaways totally have helped myself & my son out tremendously. We are grateful for everything that AZFH has done for us and everyone here at Western Acres Mobile Home Park. Thank you all very much!” — Jackie B.
“Very grateful for the food & medical supplies. AZFH volunteers are very positive, and they are concerned & care for others, this is a service that they provide from the heart & their love is real.” — Sean G.
“We are grateful for the food and other resources that AZFH provides to my family. AZFH provides for families & individuals struggling with low‑income and poverty.” — Sara B.
WAYS TO SUPPORT AZFH
Donate Online: Fuel year‑round outreach with a one‑time or monthly gift. https://azfamilytothehomeless.com/donate
Gift‑In‑Kind: Food, hygiene items, clothing, blankets, pillows, and household essentials. https://azfamilytothehomeless.com/contact
Volunteer: Join outreach events, kit assembly, and community drives. Volunteer for an upcoming event! – Arizona’s Family to the Homeless
Corporate Partnerships: Extend your impact through sponsorships and product donations. https://azfamilytothehomeless.com/partners
Spread the Word: Share our mission and invite others to get involved. https://azfamilytothehomeless.com
Arizona’s Family to the Homeless — Executive Director: Tammy Paynter
Phone: 602-531-0838 | Web: https://azfamilytothehomeless.com
