Community Food Bank Inc, operating as Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Tucson, Arizona. Founded in 1976, the organization addresses food insecurity across Southern Arizona through emergency food assistance, nutrition programs, and community-based initiatives. The organization operates multiple distribution locations and partners with over 200 agencies to serve residents throughout the region.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$57.8M
+2.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.9M
-4.9% YoY
Grant Count
51
+13.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$38K
-16.1% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: "We change lives in the communities we serve by feeding the hungry today and building a healthy, hunger-free tomorrow."
The organization's work encompasses:
- Emergency food assistance to individuals and families in need
- Child nutrition programs ensuring reliable access to healthy meals
- Health and nutrition education
- Farm and community garden initiatives that grow fresh produce locally
- Local food initiatives supporting sustainable food systems
- Programs addressing food insecurity while promoting long-term health outcomes
Grantmaking
Community Food Bank Inc functions primarily as a recipient of charitable support rather than a grantmaking organization. However, financial data indicates the organization distributed $67,428,543 in total giving during their most recent fiscal year.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona serves residents across five counties:
- Pima County
- Cochise County
- Santa Cruz County
- Graham County
- Greenlee County
Distribution locations include:
- Gabrielle Giffords Resource Center (Tucson)
- Amado Resource Center
- Green Valley Resource Center
- Marana Mobile Distributions
- Nogales Resource Center
- Caridad Community Kitchen
- Las Milpitas Community Farm
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $56.3 million to $57.8 million
- Total Revenue: $80.3 million
- Total Expenses: $80.7 million
- Total Liabilities: $5.07 million
The organization maintains audited financials and files annual IRS Form 990 reports, with documentation available for fiscal years 2021 through 2024.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $57,768,315 | $56,326,577 | $56,197,038 |
| Revenue | $83,382,288 | $80,291,900 | $127,317,393 |
| Expenses | $87,899,734 | $80,705,629 | $124,467,078 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,206,682 | $865,903 | $-296,552 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
193 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Graham County Health Department Project Nourish ($87,600), Flowers and Bullets ($80,000), Native American Advancement Foundation ($69,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance for Global Justice Tucson, AZ | Partner Grant | $37,090 |
| Amistades Inc Tucson, AZ | Partner Grant | $49,926 |
| Artist Residency Cooperative (ARC) Tucson, AZ | Partner Grant | $21,500 |
| Barrio Restoration Tucson, AZ | Partner Grant | $60,000 |
| Bisbee Coalition for the Homeless Bisbee, AZ | Partner Grant | $25,000 |
| Blacklidge Community Collective Incorporated Tucson, AZ | Partner Grant | $20,000 |
| Border Youth Tennis Exchange Inc Nogales, AZ | Partner Grant | $60,000 |
| Brothers and Sisters of Charity Inc Nogales, AZ | Partner Grant | $25,000 |
| Centro Comunitario Los Nogales Tucson, AZ | Partner Grant | $50,000 |
| Clifton Food Bank Duncan, AZ | Partner Grant | $25,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Chief Executive Officer: Ms. Malea Chavez
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nathan Rothschild | Chair | 3 | — |
| Mark Brown | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Lydia Hunter | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Jonathan Smith | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Rene Lopez | Director | 1 | — |
| Jesus Garcia | Director | 1 | — |
| Dora Martinez | Director | 1 | — |
| Benjamin Moore | Director | 1 | — |
| Menjamin Mendola | Director | 1 | — |
| Alonzo Corral | Director | 1 | — |
| Britney Kovrig | Director | 1 | — |
| Yakeleen Almazan | Director | 1 | — |
| Denise Mangano | Director | 1 | — |
| Noel Hennessey | Director | 1 | — |
| Courtney Henson | Director | 1 | — |
| Malea Chavez | Chief Executive Officer | 40 | $321,496 |
| Siomara Castillo | Chief Development Officer | 40 | $196,423 |
| Gregory Tipton | Chief Technology & Building Officer | 40 | $169,627 |
| Shannon Marie Baggini | Chief People & Culture Officer | 40 | $136,663 |
Recent Impact
Recent developments and announcements
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the organization distributed over 737,000 meals through its distribution sites and agency partnerships. The organization continues to address significant regional food insecurity challenges, with data indicating that one in four children and one in five seniors in Southern Arizona face food insecurity.
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Community Food Bank Inc fund?
**Mission:** "We change lives in the communities we serve by feeding the hungry today and building a healthy, hunger-free tomorrow." The organization's work encompasses: • Emergency food assistance to individuals and families in need • Child nutrition programs ensuring reliable access to healthy meals • Health and nutrition education • Farm and community garden initiatives that grow fresh produce locally • Local food initiatives supporting sustainable food systems • Programs addressing food ins…
How do I apply for a grant from Community Food Bank Inc?
Community Food Bank Inc functions primarily as a recipient of charitable support rather than a grantmaking organization. However, financial data indicates the organization distributed $67,428,543 in total giving during their most recent fiscal year.
Where does Community Food Bank Inc make grants?
The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona serves residents across five counties: • Pima County • Cochise County • Santa Cruz County • Graham County • Greenlee County Distribution locations include: • Gabrielle Giffords Resource Center (Tucson) • Amado Resource Center • Green Valley Resource Center • Marana Mobile Distributions • Nogales Resource Center • Caridad Community Kitchen • Las Milpitas Community Farm
What size grants does Community Food Bank Inc award?
In 2024, Community Food Bank Inc awarded 51 grants totaling $1.9M — an average of about $38K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Community Food Bank Inc's EIN?
Community Food Bank Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 51-0192519. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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