HR 4782: SUPPORT – Local Farmers Feeding Our Communities Act. Directs federal policy dollars to local farmers, strengthening partnerships with schools and food banks—an investment in both farms and families. HR 1: OPPOSE – One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Drastically cuts SNAP , healthcare, and SNAP-Ed, triggering unprecedented demand on food banks. A harmful redistribution of resources away from rural and working families.

SNAP LEGISLATION HB 2224: SUPPORT - HB 2224 establishes an ongoing fund for the Double Up Food Bucks program, expanding SNAP recipients' access to nutrient-dense foods while supporting Arizona’s local food economy. Food Center clients have identified diversified food access as a top priority for multiple years in a row, and Double Up Food Bucks has a strong track record of meeting this need. HB 2579: SUPPORT - A child’s ability to eat should never determine their opportunity to succeed - yet we know it often does. Children are among the largest populations served by FFFC, and northern Arizona experiences higher rates of childhood food insecurity than both state and national averages. HB 2579 ensures that every child in Arizona who needs a meal receives one, at no cost, representing a straightforward, evidence-based investment in children, families, and educational outcomes. HB 2683: SUPPORT - The November 2025 government shutdown underscored a clear truth: access to food should never be used as leverage. HB 2683 creates an Emergency Food Assistance Fund in Arizona, allowing the legislature to ensure continuity of food support during future government shutdowns or disruptions. HB 2396: NEUTRAL - Health disparities across northern Arizona are severe, and limited rural food access further exacerbates these challenges. While HB 2396 aims to improve health outcomes, aspects of the bill raise concerns. A statutory list of “eligible items” could enable future restrictions to SNAP by policymakers seeking to weaken or dismantle the program. Additionally, the bill must clearly define “candy” to ensure consistent implementation by DES and retailers, and to prevent unintended restrictions on non-candy food items. If amended to better reflect the realities and needs of northern Arizona, FFFC would support lawmakers’ efforts to improve community health, particularly for households experiencing food insecurity. In alignment with this commitment, FFFC has pledged to significantly reduce the distribution of sugar-sweetened beverages by 2030. HB 2442: OPPOSE - While employment is an important factor in reducing food insecurity, HB 2442 does not effectively address existing barriers. Arizona already operates a SNAP Employment & Training program, and its challenges are not rooted in participation requirements. Instead, improvements should focus on: Streamlining and updating requirements for organizations to participate as providers. Clearly communicating program availability and benefits during the DES interview process. Ensuring adequate and transparent funding so that sufficient vendors can participate statewide. HB2797: OPPOSE - FFFC supports modernizing public assistance systems, including SNAP, but HB 2797 does not adequately address the challenges faced by DES or participants. A truly effective solution must: Include dedicated funding to enable DES to procure and maintain accurate, efficient, and modern software systems. Eliminate unnecessary burdens on individuals to prove non-employment through work record verification. Clearly outline safeguards and procedures when systems fail, rather than placing the burden on applicants. HOUSING LEGISLATION HB 2533: SUPPORT - Client-centered and collaborative approaches are foundational to FFFC’s Client Advocacy work. HB 2533 elevates lived experience in policymaking and fosters cross-sector collaboration, aligning closely with these core principles. HB 2620: SUPPORT - Older adults and veterans face heightened risks of homelessness. HB 2620 allocates $300,000 to emergency shelters providing targeted services for these populations, strengthening community efforts to support some of our most vulnerable neighbors. ANTI-POVERTY LEGISLATION HB 2560: SUPPORT - TANF is the only federally funded cash assistance program that offers temporary cash assistance and other support services to low-income families with children. HB 2560 extends eligibility for cash assistance to 60 months and removes unnecessary barriers, ensuring families can access critical financial support during periods of need. RURAL SUPPORT LEGISLATION HB 2668: SUPPORT - Access to reliable technology remains a significant equity issue across rural Arizona, limiting access to services and remote employment opportunities. HB 2668 invests $5 million to expand and improve broadband infrastructure in communities with fewer than 100,000 residents, enhancing opportunities and accessibility to our rural communities. HB 2893: SUPPORT - Transportation barriers are one of the key food access issues facing our tribal neighbors. HB 2893 provides much-needed support to transportation improvements & enhancements across the Navajo Nation, increasing access to food, employment, and essential services. HB 2888: SUPPORT - Water, like food, is a fundamental human right. HB 2888 creates a dedicated subcategory within the Arizona Water Conservation Grant Fund to expand tribal access to safe drinking water—advancing both food and water equity for tribal communities.

Coconino County Budget – Food insecurity funding included, reflecting the county’s commitment to anti-hunger initiatives .

FAQs Archive - Flagstaff Family Food Center

Q: Do you offer internships and how do I apply?

Yes! The Flagstaff Family Food Center offers internship opportunities throughout the year for students and individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit operations, food systems, community engagement, resource navigation, and other related fields. To apply, please fill out this brief form.

Q: What’s the difference between the food boxes you give out and the government commodity boxes (also called EFB/St. Mary’s boxes)?

Our food boxes are made from community donations and can include a variety of items like fresh produce, pantry staples, or frozen foods. These don’t have any eligibility requirements. Government commodity boxes such as TEFAP/EFB/St. Mary’s, come from federal programs, contain standardized shelf-stable items, and may have income or household eligibility rules.

Q: Are you currently hiring?

For updates on our job openings, please click here to view hiring opportunities with Flagstaff Family Food Center.

Q: I would like to meet with your staff. Who do I contact?

Flagstaff Family Food Center is honored to receive frequent requests to meet from students, media personnel, community members, and partners. We deeply appreciate your interest in our mission and the work we do to serve our community. Help us accommodate as many requests as possible while ensuring our team can continue their vital daily operations. We kindly ask you to complete this form and a team member will contact you for next steps.

Q: Are my donations tax-deductible?

Yes! The Flagstaff Family Food Center is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your monetary or in-kind donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. After making a donation, you’ll receive a receipt for your records. Our Tax ID number is 86-0754044.

Q: Where can I mail a physical check?

Please make checks payable to Flagstaff Family Food Center . Physical check donations can be mailed to: Flagstaff Family Food Center PO Box P Flagstaff, AZ 86002

Do you offer internships and how do I apply?

By Madeline Klein|2026-07-08T13:37:31-07:00July 8, 2026|Volunteer FAQs|

Flagstaff Family Food Center offers internships throughout the year for students and individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit operations. Apply online!

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What’s the difference between the food boxes you give out and the government commodity boxes (also called EFB/St. Mary’s boxes)?

By Madeline Klein|2025-10-09T16:25:16-07:00October 9, 2025|Food Assistance FAQs|

FFFC food boxes are made from community donations and differ from government commodity boxes such as TEFAP/EFB/St. Mary’s Food Bank.

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Can I donate leftover food from an event I hosted/participated in?

By Madeline Klein|2025-10-09T10:10:56-07:00October 9, 2025|Donor FAQs|

Unfortunately, we cannot accept leftover food that has been cooked or requires refrigeration. However, we can accept non-perishable and unopened items.

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Are you currently hiring?

By Madeline Klein|2025-10-09T10:08:38-07:00October 9, 2025|Food Assistance FAQs|

For updates on job openings with Flagstaff Family Food Center, please view hiring opportunities on our online portal.

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I would like to meet with your staff. Who do I contact?

By Madeline Klein|2026-01-18T09:50:46-07:00October 9, 2025|Top Five FAQs, Volunteer FAQs|

We deeply appreciate your interest in our mission and the work we do to serve our community. Learn more about how to meet with our staff.

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Are my donations tax-deductible?

By Madeline Klein|2025-10-25T20:18:25-07:00October 9, 2025|Donor FAQs|

Flagstaff Family Food Center is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and your monetary and in-kind donations are tax-deductible.

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Where can I mail a physical check?

By Madeline Klein|2025-10-25T20:16:06-07:00October 9, 2025|Donor FAQs|

Thank you for your contribution! Physical checks can be mailed to Flagstaff Family Food Center at PO Box P, Flagstaff, AZ 86002.

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Federal Policy

By Madeline Klein|2025-09-26T14:11:41-07:00August 1, 2025|Policy Priorities|

HR 4782: SUPPORT – Local Farmers Feeding Our Communities Act. [...]

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Arizona State Policy

By Madeline Klein|2026-02-03T10:38:23-07:00August 1, 2025|Policy Priorities|

SNAP LEGISLATION HB 2224: SUPPORT - HB 2224 establishes an [...]

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Coconino County

By Madeline Klein|2025-09-26T14:15:30-07:00August 1, 2025|Policy Priorities|

Coconino County Budget – Food insecurity funding included, reflecting the [...]

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Flagstaff, AZ 86004