9/11 National Day of Service & Remembrance Mobile Food Drive

In commemoration of the 9/11 National Day of Service & Remembrance, ICS invites you to help the hungry in our community.

Three ICS locations are collecting food from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, September 11:

Northwest Food Bank

2820 W. Ina Road
on the campus of Christ the King Episcopal Church

Eastside Food Drop-off

8701 E. Old Spanish Trail
on the campus of New Spirit Lutheran Church

Central Office

122 N. Craycroft Road
on the campus of Rincon Congregational UCC

The 9/11 Day of Service & Remembrance is an annual event honoring 9/11 heroes who rose up in service in response to the attacks. It is an opportunity for the community to come together, make new connections, and work as one team to benefit others. 9/11 Day of Service was founded by AmeriCorps.

In the spirit of the outpouring of support that followed September 11, 2001, ICS invites all in the community to work together and help address the critical need for food in Southern Arizona.

Tom McKinney, CEO of ICS, explains, “Every food donation meets an immediate need for those in crisis, offering a lifeline that transforms urgency into stability. By supporting families in this way, we not only provide relief but also help strengthen the foundation of our community.”

ICS food banks have seen a significant increase in demand over this time last year. According to Feeding America, one in six Americans relied on food banks last year. Rising food prices continue to stretch the limits of family budgets, and food banks nationwide are expanding services to keep up with growing demand.

ICS food banks accept most food items before expiration, including non-perishable goods, produce, dairy, and packaged meats. The most needed items at this time are peanut butter, canned meats (tuna, chicken, and Spam), meals in a can like chili and ravioli, canned fruit and veggies, boxed baking mixes like Jiffy and Bisquick, and canned pasta sauce and pasta.

Visit icstucson.org/911day for more information.