Sahuarita Food Bank

What Sahuarita Food Bank does

Sahuarita Food Bank & Community Resource Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in a 14,300-square-foot facility at 17750 S La Cañada Dr., Sahuarita, Arizona. Founded in 2009 as a satellite of the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona and operating as an independent Arizona nonprofit since early 2018, the organization serves residents of Sahuarita and southern Pima County through an integrated platform of food security, family support, and workforce development services. It distributes food to 350-450 families per week via on-site pantry operations, a satellite Community Pantry at Summit View Elementary, home delivery for mobility-limited residents, the Commodity Senior Food Program, the federal TEFAP emergency food program, and a BackPack Program serving 11 schools across three districts. The Family Resource Center provides parenting classes, early literacy, and referrals for families with children ages 0-5, while workforce programs include the Saguaro Food Truck Academy, computer literacy courses, financial literacy workshops, and a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance site.

Revenue is generated entirely through donations and grants: individual giving (including Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization tax credit-eligible contributions up to $987 per joint filer), corporate sponsorships (TEP, Trico, Vantage West), and institutional grants from Vantage West Credit Union, Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, the Community Foundation for Southern Arizona, First Things First, the Pima County Community Action Agency, and the Town of Sahuarita. The organization employs 1-10 paid staff in roles spanning executive direction, operations, logistics, community outreach, and program management, supplemented by 250+ volunteers contributing over 40,000 hours annually. There is no proprietary technology, no AI/ML capability, and no app or API surface; technology is limited to Zeffy for online donations, Bloomerang for volunteer coordination, and Google Forms for class registration. The brand portfolio has expanded to include Saguaro Skills Center, Project AZUL, and Marana Food Bank & Community Resource Center as affiliated properties.

Name

Sahuarita Food Bank

Legal name

Sahuarita Food Bank

Website

https://sahuaritafoodbank.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Sahuarita Food Bank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Sahuarita, Arizona serving 350-450 southern Pima County families weekly through food distribution, family resource, and workforce development programs from a 14,300-square-foot community hub.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Food Bank & Community Social Services

NAICS

Community Food Services (62421)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Food Assistance & Food Banks (BPAGAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Child Nutrition & Meal Programs (CACFP/Snack Programs) (EDACAMAA), Meal Program Compliance & Administration (NSLP/SBP, Reimbursements) (EDAEAEAC), Food & Nutrition Assistance Programs (BPAIAKAF)

Keywords

• Food bank services
• Community resource center
• Food distribution programs
• Workforce development training
• Family support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Sahuarita

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Receives donations from individuals including one-time and monthly giving options. Arizona taxpayers can claim dollar-for-dollar Qualifying Charitable Organization tax credit of up to $987 (married filing jointly) or $495 (filing individually) using Form 321 and Code 22050.
2. Grant Funding: Receives grant funding from organizations such as Vantage West Credit Union and Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco for community development programs focused on food security, workforce training, and economic diversification.
3. Corporate/Foundation Partnerships: Support from corporate partners including TEP (Tucson Electric Power), Vantage West, Trico, and various foundations for programs and operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sahuarita Food Bank is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates a community resource center providing free food distribution (serving 350-450 families weekly), family support programs for children ages 0-5, nutrition education, and workforce development classes. The organization distributes food through on-site pantry, satellite community pantry, home delivery, school-based backpack program, and federal programs (TEFAP and CSFP).

Product overview

Sahuarita Food Bank & Community Resource Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operating from a 14,300-square-foot facility as a multi-service community hub. The organization functions as a unified platform combining food security services with family support and workforce development programs. Food distribution services include the core Food Bank Program serving 350-450 families weekly, Commodity Senior Food Program (CSFP) for seniors, Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), Community Pantry satellite locations, BackPack Program for schoolchildren, and Home Delivery Program for mobility-limited residents. Family support is delivered through the Family Resource Center offering parenting programs for children ages 0-5. Workforce development encompasses Computer Basics and Microsoft Suite Classes, Lego Robotics & 3D Printing, Pima County One-Stop career services, Financial Literacy Workshops, VITA Free Tax Prep, Resume and Employability Workshops, Language Classes, Saguaro Food Truck Academy, and Community Health Workers Program. Additional services include Nutrition and Cooking Classes, Meals 2 Go meal program, Food Donation Program, and Online Donation Platform for monetary contributions.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Saguaro Food Truck Academy: A workforce development program that serves as a mobile classroom where aspiring entrepreneurs learn the ropes of the food business. The program aims to help community members develop skills to become food truck business owners, with a goal of creating at least 2 new businesses in the community per year.

Products and services

• Sahuarita Food Bank & Community Resource Center The primary facility offering food distribution and community support services from a 14,300-square-foot building serving 350-450 families weekly.
• Food Bank Program Food distribution services including regular pantry visits with choice-based selection of produce, meat, bread, canned goods, milk, and eggs; available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday with twice-monthly visits.
• Commodity Senior Food Program (CSFP) Monthly food assistance for seniors 60 and older with income at or below 130% of poverty, providing 35 pounds of non-perishable food and two pounds of cheese.
• Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Federal program distributing emergency food boxes to low-income individuals and families within 185% of federal poverty guidelines, in partnership with Arizona Department of Economic Security.
• BackPack Program Weekend food bag program for at-risk students containing shelf-stable milk, canned meats, fruits, cereal, fresh produce, and nutrition bars, serving eleven schools in Sahuarita, Continental, and Sasabe School Districts.
• Home Delivery Program Twice-monthly delivery of fresh produce, milk, eggs, protein-rich foods, and shelf-stable items to residents limited by transportation or mobility issues.
• Family Resource Center Free services partnering with parents to help children ages 0-5 learn, grow, and thrive through activities, classes, parent workshops, early literacy programs, support groups, and community referrals.
• Computer Basics and Microsoft Suite Classes Six-week course introducing students to computers and Microsoft Suite instruction covering Word and Excel applications.
• Lego Robotics & 3D Printing Robotics and engineering class for 9-13 year olds where students build and program LEGO robots, developing problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Pima County One-Stop Resource coordination service connecting residents with housing assistance, jobs, training opportunities, scholarships, and reentry support through a community resource coordinator.
• Financial Literacy Workshops One-off workshops covering budgeting, bankruptcy, home-buying assistance, and other financial topics.
• VITA Free Tax Prep Volunteer Income Tax Assistance site through United Way of Southern Arizona providing free tax preparation for individuals and families earning up to $89,000 annually.
• Resume and Employability Workshops Workforce readiness training covering resume writing, interview preparation, employer expectations, and employability skills.
• Language Classes English and Spanish language instruction emphasizing grammar and conversational skills.
• Saguaro Food Truck Academy Mobile classroom workforce development program that trains aspiring entrepreneurs in food business operations, with the goal of launching at least 2 new food truck businesses annually in the community.
• Community Health Workers Program Partnership with Pima County Health Department where community health workers promote wellness, connect residents with health resources, and address social determinants of health.
• Nutrition and Cooking Classes Healthy lifestyle education classes offered as 4-12 week series including benefits of healthy living, cooking demonstrations, recipes, and optional fitness and diabetes education components.
• Meals 2 Go Nutritious meals packaged in individual portions prepared by trained chefs, fostering the mission of ensuring no table goes empty in the community.
• Food Donation Program Accepts food donations including cereals, peanut butter, canned meats, pasta, soup, beans, rice, vegetables, and canned tomato products through an on-site donation bin.
• Online Donation Platform Monetary donation capabilities including one-time donations, monthly recurring donations, and mail-in check options. Arizona taxpayers can claim dollar-for-dollar charitable tax credits up to $987 (married filing jointly) or $495 (filing individually).

Quantifiable outcome

• Serves 350-450 families weekly
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Community Food Bank of Southern ArizonacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOriginally operated as a program of the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona starting in 2009. Now operates independently as an Arizona nonprofit (since 2018) but maintains partnership including satellite pantry operations.
• Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with Arizona DES to distribute The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), a federal program offering extra food to low-income individuals and families.
• TEP (Tucson Electric Power)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity supporter providing funding and resources to support food bank operations and community programs.
• Trico (Electric Cooperative)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity supporter providing funding and resources to support food bank operations and community programs.
• Casa de los NinosminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity program partner collaborating to create thriving communities through family support services.
• Pima County Public Library - Sahuarita BranchminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity program partner providing educational resources and referrals for community members.
• Arizona Diaper BankminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity program partner addressing family needs through diaper distribution services.
• United Way of Tucson and Southern ArizonacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner with United Way supporting the Family Resource Center, offering free services including activities, classes, parent workshops, early literacy programs, and referrals for families with children ages 0-5.
• First Things FirstcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFunding and program partner supporting Family Resource Center programs for early childhood development and family support services.
• Pima County One-StopcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPima County Community Resource Coordinator stationed at SFB-CRC to connect residents with housing assistance, jobs, training opportunities, scholarships, and reentry support.
• Pima County Health Department - Community Health WorkersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity Health Workers create engagement to promote wellness, connect community members with health resources, and address social determinants of health, working with the Prescription for Health program.
• Saguaro Food Truck AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkforce development program operated by the food bank that serves as a mobile classroom teaching food business entrepreneurship skills to community members.
• United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona - VITA ProgramminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosts Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site for individuals and families earning up to $89,000 annually, providing free tax preparation services.
• Local Grocery Stores (Grocery Rescue Program)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal grocery stores donate food items that are rescued by SFB-CRC volunteers using organization vehicles, forming the bulk of weekly food supply distributed to families.
• Summit View Elementary SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosts Community Pantry satellite location twice monthly, providing food access to Summit View residents.
• Good Shepherd United Church of ChristminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOriginal host location for the Sahuarita Food Bank when it began in 2009, serving a few families per week before becoming an independent nonprofit.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona: Historical parent organization of Sahuarita Food Bank and current strategic partner; the regional food bank serving southern Arizona with comparable food distribution, commodity programs, and partner-agency network.
• Marana Food Bank & Community Resource Center: Affiliated community resource center operating a near-identical multi-service model (food bank + family support + workforce development) in a neighboring Arizona community, suggesting a replication playbook.
• Casa de los Niños: Active community partner of Sahuarita Food Bank providing overlapping family support, child welfare, and social services in southern Arizona; operates a similar nonprofit multi-service model.
• Gleaners Community Food Bank: Regional food bank serving southeastern Michigan with comparable scale (millions of pounds distributed annually) and a diversified program portfolio including nutrition education and workforce initiatives.
• Midwest Food Bank: Multi-state food bank with a volunteer-driven, efficiency-focused operating model comparable to Sahuarita Food Bank's lean staff and high volunteer-hour base.
• Food Bank of the Rockies: Regional food bank serving Colorado and Wyoming with a similar mix of food distribution, backpack programs, senior commodity programs (CSFP), and TEFAP partnerships.

Broad incumbents

• St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance: One of the largest food banks in the U.S. and a Feeding America affiliate based in Arizona; offers a broader regional footprint and more diversified programs but operates in an overlapping service region.
• Feeding America: National network of 200+ food banks; Sahuarita Food Bank operates in a Feeding America-aligned ecosystem and shares the same donor-supplier infrastructure and mission framework.

Regional players

• United Food Bank: Regional food bank serving Mesa and eastern Maricopa County, Arizona; comparable scale and program mix including food distribution and partner-agency model in the same state.

Emerging players

• Hunger Free Colorado: Statewide advocacy and direct-service nonprofit addressing food insecurity with program models (SNAP outreach, nutrition education) that parallel parts of Sahuarita Food Bank's nutrition and outreach work.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors3 records

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M&A

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