PHOENIX — This summer, thousands of Arizona families will struggle to know where their next meal will come from. In response, 12News and United Food Bank are excited to join together for the eighth annual Summer of a Million Meals.
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This important community initiative aims to raise 1 million meals to assist families who need them most throughout the summer and beyond. The campaign kicks off on May 14 and will run through Labor Day.
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Hunger doesn’t take a vacation, and with children out of school for summer break, many families face hardships due to rising electricity bills and additional expenses for childcare and meals.
United Food Bank and 12News will host several telethons this summer, with the first on May 14. The event will run from 5:30 a.m. to 7 a.m., and again from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Arizonans can donate to United Food Bank at 480-398-4499 on those days. In addition, there is an option to donate online at azmillionmeals.org or at any register at Fry’s Food Stores from May 14 through Labor Day.
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Summer of a Million Meals will continue until Labor Day, spanning three months. The goal is to provide 1 million summer meals to those in need.
In the summer, thousands of Arizona’s children and their families worry about where their next meal is coming from. With your help, we can make a difference and alleviate hunger and worry in the community.
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Every dollar counts. With your help, 12News and United Food Bank can make a difference by alleviating hunger in our community and across Arizona.
Please donate today!
Details:
- Summer of a Million Meals runs through Sept. 7, 2026
- Donate at the register at any Fry’s Food Store or online at AZMillionMeals.org
- $1 provides up to 5 meals
- United Food Bank donations qualify for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit
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