Shalom Pantry

The Shalom Pantry is an initiative created in partnership with St. Mary’s Food Bank. This pantry exists to serve individuals and families of all backgrounds facing food insecurity with dignity, compassion, and consistency.

While rooted in a Jewish organization, this pantry is open to all people, not just Jews.

The name Shalom means more than just “peace” in Hebrew. It also speaks to wholeness, well-being, and restoration. These are values that shape how we approach this work. Arizona Jews for Justice is committed to healing the divisions in our society and ensuring that no one is left behind in times of need.

The Shalom Pantry is both stationary and mobile, supported in part by two Let’s Be Better Humans humanitarian buses, which bring critical supplies directly to those living on the streets and in crisis.

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Frequently asked questions

Non-Perishable food items we take (Unopened)

Vegetables: Canned corn, green beans, carrots, peas, and other ones (pop-top cans preferred but not required)
Fruits: Canned fruit (pop-top cans or sealed tops preferred but not required) and applesauce
Meats & Seafood: Canned chicken, tuna, salmon, and canned meats
Pasta & Rice: Whole-grain pasta, mac & cheese, brown rice, white rice, and instant rice
Canned or jarred tomato products: crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and pasta sauce
Legumes: Canned or dried beans and lentils
Prepared Meals: Canned soups, chilis, stews, broths, and instant mashed potatoes
Breakfast Foods: Low-sugar cereal, rolled oats or instant oatmeal packets, and pancake mix (few ingredients)
Snacks: Granola bars, crackers, nuts, trail mix, fruit snacks
Pantry Staples: Peanut butter and other nut butters

Food Items We Are Unable to Accept

Expired or near-expiration food products
Opened or partially used food items
Homemade foods or leftovers
Junk food
Snack foods and other items with limited nutritional value
Passover-specific food items

Perishable food items we take (fresh)

Fruits
Veggies
Meats: frozen or deli
Eggs

Who Can Access the Shalom Pantry?

The Shalom Pantry is available to individuals and families experiencing financial hardship. We serve adults, children, seniors, and households in need by providing access to food and essential pantry items at no cost.

Other items we take (Unopened)

Baby Items: Infant formula and baby food in pouches or jars, wipes, and Shelf-stable milk
Oils & Condiments: Cooking oils, pasta sauce, and small sauce packets
Baking Needs: Flour, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder
Flavorings: Spices, salt, pepper, and broth cubes
Drinks: Juices, electrolyte packets, and water
Paper Goods: Toilet paper, Kleenex, paper towels, paper plates, napkins, and silverware