United Food Bank’s history is deeply-rooted in
the East Valley and dates back to July of 1983 when it began
operations as United Food Distribution Center, Inc. The Food Bank was
started as a nonprofit joint venture among East Valley cities and
their respective United Ways to gather and distribute food to East
Valley organizations that were helping feed those in need. The Food
Bank has grown to meet the increased need from people in our service
area. Our service area of 19,608 square miles includes some of the
most remote areas in the state. Places like Sanders, Arizona, where
there are only a couple places to purchase food, and the next town is
40 miles away.
