Local Food Purchasing in Arizona
Our goal is to purchase fresh, Arizona-grown produce, dairy, and protein and distribute it to Arizonans struggling with hunger through the statewide emergency food relief network and food assistance programs.
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The Spring 2025 Application Period is now Open!
After much delay and uncertainty, we are thrilled to announce our spring 2025 application period is now open!
We invite proposals now through April 12th 2025 for consideration in this new round of Purchase Local AZ project funding.
Arizona Food Partnerships
Two USDA programs help to fund Purchase Local Arizona, Friends of the Farm, and Try it Local: 1) the Local Food Purchasing Assistance (LFPA) Cooperative Agreement Program and 2) the Local Food for Schools (LFS) Cooperative Agreement Program.
These USDA programs are designed to strengthen supply chain resiliency by supporting local, regional, and socially disadvantaged food producers by purchasing local food to distribute in rural, remote, or underserved communities. The Arizona Department of Economic Security and the Arizona Department of Education will disburse AZ’s allocation of funds, approximately $19 million, over fiscal years 2023-2025.
Find a Food Bank
Looking for Your Local Food Bank or Food Assistance Program?
Arizona food banks, providing food to our neighbors in need. Food is distributed by each member food bank through a statewide network of hunger relief locations impacting every county in the state.
What is Purchase Local Arizona and How Does it Serve the Community?
Arizona food banks work together as the Purchase Local AZ to provide critical food assistance resources for local communities facing food insecurity. By working together on collaborative food acquisitions, distribution, education and advocacy, the Lorem Ipsum is able to maximize the effectiveness of its resources.
