Saturday distribution
Every Saturday morning we hand out pre-packed grocery boxes on the Calvary Free Lutheran campus — drive-up friendly, no paperwork required.
About the pantry
Desert Manna Food Pantry is an all-volunteer, faith-rooted ministry that has served east Mesa families since 2012. Every week we package and distribute more than 5,000 pounds of food — produce, staples, and proteins — to neighbors who need a hand. There are no income forms, no qualifications, and no questions asked. If you are hungry, we are glad to see you.
Incorporated as a Federal 501(c)(3) public charity in 2012 (EIN 45-4513048), Desert Manna operates out of the Calvary Free Lutheran Church campus at 590 N 96th Street and is a proud member pantry of the Arizona Food Bank Network. Our 990 filings and financial history are publicly available through ProPublica's Nonprofit Explorer.
What we do
A simple model, repeated faithfully each week: rescue good food, pack it into family-sized boxes, and put it directly into the hands of our neighbors.
5,000+ lbs each week
Through partnerships with the Arizona Food Bank Network and local donors, we move more than five thousand pounds of food into east Mesa kitchens each week.
Volunteer-powered
Sorting, packing, and load-out are all done by volunteers from the community and host congregation. New hands are always welcome — no experience required.
Tax-deductible giving
As a 501(c)(3) public charity, every dollar donated helps cover food, fuel, and supplies. Financial transparency is available through our public Form 990.
Contact & visit
Whether you need food, want to volunteer, or are interested in donating, we would love to hear from you.
Get in touch
EmailDesertMannaFoodPantry@gmail.com
PhonePantry main line, shared with our host church, Calvary Free Lutheran.
Visit us
Distribution location Calvary Free Lutheran Church590 N 96th Street
Mesa, Arizona
Distributions are held every Saturday morning. Public 990 filings: ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.