Foothills Food Bank
The Foothills Food Bank was started by a small group of passionate local volunteers in 1988 in Cave Creek, Arizona. Their purpose was simple; provide food to families in the neighborhood who were in need. Thanks to support from generous community members, area businesses and volunteers, our service area has exploded to cover more than 225 square miles in Northern Maricopa and Southern Yavapai counties. From less than 150 visits a month in 1988 to more than 1500 people a month in 2021, the demand continues and thanks to our community support, we continue to meet the needs of our neighbors, and provide resources for those in need.
Volunteer With Us!
You can make a big difference—right here in your own community.
At Foothills Food Bank, volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. We simply couldn’t serve our neighbors without you! Whether you want to give back, meet new people, or gain work experience, there’s a place here for you.
Open Volunteer Roles
Driver – Drive one of our food rescue vans to pick up donations from retail partners and deliver them to our warehouse. You’ll need a clean driving record, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and complete a short driver training, in addition to general training. Routes often start as early as 7:00 AM and run from our Cave Creek campus.
Warehouse Receiving & Distribution Clerk – Team up to receive donations and restock shelves. Average weight of crates is 25-35 pounds. You’ll get a workout and your steps in! Shifts run 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, and most wrap up by 11:00 AM.
Shopping Assistant – Support guests in our Mirabel Marketplace by assisting with their shopping and connecting them to resources. Shifts are from either 8:30–11:30 AM or 11:15 AM–2:15 PM.
Parking Assistant – Greet guests and help keep traffic flowing smoothly. During the summer, we even provide icy cold vests to keep you chill!
More Ways to Get Involved
Want to help but not ready to commit weekly? No problem!
Special Event Volunteer – Love being around people? Help us at events like shred-a-thons, farmers markets, or holiday programs.
Social Media Supporter – No need to leave home—just like, comment, and share our posts to help spread the word.
Host a Food Drive – From scout troops to office teams, anyone can organize a food drive. We’ll provide helpful tips and tools to get you started.
