At first, I wasn't sure what to expect when I dropped off a mama cat and her kittens at…read moreCompassionate Care for Paws--the setup felt a little informal, and I was nervous. But once I got there, I saw they had all their paperwork clearly posted, and the people were warm, responsive, and genuinely caring. They took the cats in without hesitation and made sure everything was done properly. It ended up being a really positive experience, and I felt safe leaving the animals in their care. They're clearly doing good work for animals in need, and I think they deserve community support and donations to keep going.

From the owner: We are a nonprofit animal rescue and welfare organization. We assist with your pet needs. We have…read moreadoptable pets, We assist with pet supplies and medical bills. We take ALL donations, and they are tax deductible.

I have been coming here for about four years now. I have always been treated with respect, and the…read morevolunteers are sweet, kind, and caring towards me. I appreciate everything you do for my family and myself. If you are coming, I recommend you bring lunch, and prepare to wait about an hour, sometimes a bit more. You have to wait across the street at the drive in. But it's worth the wait almost every time. Thank you once again.

From the owner: Hope for Hunger Food Bank is operated by Phoenix Rescue Mission, where we provide Christ-centered,…read morelife-transforming support to neighbors experiencing hunger, homelessness, addiction, and trauma. As the largest food bank in Glendale, Hope for Hunger helps meet a vital need across the Valley by offering nutritious food and encouragement to families in need. Anyone is welcome. The only requirement is a valid ID.

I volunteered at St. Mary's Food Bank last week with my colleagues. This was one event that was…read moretruly fun, rewarding, and meaningful for building camaraderie among staff members WHILE serving. I'm grateful for the opportunity to serve the community while also representing an organization dedicated to service. I also want to give a special shout-out to the St. Mary's Food Bank staff for their exceptional organization and warm welcome. Joseph, in particular, was fantastic. He made the experience lighthearted while still keeping us in line (pun not intended) and he even took song requests from Prince Fans (Purple Rain). Thank you to the entire St. Mary's team for all you do, and for providing opportunities that not only support the community, but also help other teams grow stronger together. Sincerely, a visiting Minnesotan.

I do not partake in distributions from St. Mary's Food Bank. I stay out of the right lane…read moreoneastbound Thomas Road east of NAPA Automotive on morning drives. And we contribute. I once lived in a bountiful where an immense freezer could be filled with earth's goodness of vegetables and fruits for a small expense in miles and cash. Not that easy in Arizona. The freezer was donated to St. Mary's - and welcomed. We keep our pantry stocked. When the "Best By" dates geow near on pantry goods, they are donated to St. Mary's and refreshed. I want to contribute quality to those less blessed than I have been. And, St. Mary's, being a religious organization charity, blesses families, and individuals with the foundation of living - food. A good value for all.

While we were checking out the murals on Roosevelt Row, we stopped by the center to learn more…read moreabout the Ben's Bells project (which works to spread a "Be Kind" philosophy across Phoenix and Tucson by having volunteers paint small ceramic windchimes and tokens, which are then placed in little nooks across the city to be found and rehomed). It was an inspiring visit, full of artful creativity and heartwarming humanity!

Amazing place! Highly recommend going with a group of people and helping paint some bells! This is…read morefor an amazing cause!!

This HfH is better than a casino. I got in hoping I may f8nd a needed project item for a good…read moreprice. That is like pushing a slot machine button. Then I spin through the aisles with hope in my heart. Some days things line up and do well. Other days not. This 43rd Ave and Indian School location is beginning to acheive the patina of a veteran HfH. Early on.it was mostly cleared inventory from states and warehouses. Now the cool old used stuff is getting donated. Fun. Useful. Savings. A gamble. The staff is always superb.

The staff is very helpful greeted me when I came in, Help me…read morelook for things and offered to load the car for me. Since I am a veteran, I get a 10% discount

I have never been more humiliated in all my life than I was today at approximately 11:05AM! After…read moreshowing great concern about a young child that was clearly not being supervised by an adult, I was denied a food box. I was denied by the supervisor stating that I had already received food twice this month. I am NOT a food stamp recipient, in fact I was on the phone with DES at the time that I was called up and informed him of that fact. I am attempting to help my family any way I can. The supervisor denied us even an emergency food box. The heartless guy referred me to St. Mary's Food Bank which is many miles away from Desert Mission (where I was after having waited in line), even more miles away from my home. End result, I was unable to drive the extra 10+ miles to get to St. Mary's. I have very little gas, absolutely no money and a bald tire (very unsafe to make that trip). My family will go hungry this evening and this completely unacceptable. If the option of ZERO stars were available, that's what my review would firmly be after this inappropriate conduct.

i called back the next day to give a donation to help pay for the meals she provided and to thank…read morethem for helping us since it was AZ Gives Day. The woman I talked to was delightful.

If I told them I was a Reverand I'm pretty sure I would get helped quicker. The woman I had spoke…read moreto went to lunch. I was a little disappointed that I had to wait over an hour to get 3 bags for a member. A minister came in a hour after me and was greeted with the up most helpe and joy. When I asked for assistance I was ignored and told to wait longer. To my understanding members have been held to be totally reliant on the organization although the supports are good but make sure you are providing independence and encouraging it. I get there is an event coming up but still customer service is important and making sure potential vendors are provided with communication and respect. Sincerely Rev Cooper

I'm here giving a review on behalf of a sister in Christ who was failed by the system and is…read moregetting nothing better from what she's relaying to me. She grew up in homeless shelters and group homes from all over Arizona since she was about 7 years old. Her mental health was incredibly damaged and she was unable to finish school due to learning disabilities. From being forced to one home to the next and never receiving even an ounce of love and affection the way Christ would to the point where she landed in what I believe was a cult. This is where I met her. We got out together and began to seek Christ further together and she has been growing slowly and understanding more. She struggles sometimes and makes mistakes and doesn't understand sometimes. But in the time of her being at the dream center--she's worsened. Her faith has decreased and her mental health has as well. I've also discovered that some donations are meant to go to the women there but she has yet to receive anything or any help at all with finding work, re-applying for school, relearning basic life skills, and recovering in full. It became bad when she felt the need to sneak her phone back to reach me rather than use the phones so she can open up--to which, of course, I corrected her one as her sister in Christ. It's ever right to do things like that no matter the circumstance. But doing that led to her being placed outside in the dark alone with her phone on low battery and strange men passing by and making her uncomfortable for nearly 2 hours. When asked if she could come back inside and give back her phone so she can go to bed and feel safer, she was told to wait out there until 7 am. While outside, she was tempted to wander off alone away from the center even with the men giving her creepy looks and peeking around corners at her. The staff stood by and looked out at her and continued to talk as she stood at the door until she knocked to be met with another "7 am." This is what began to boil my blood. I hadn't heard of the place before but when I looked it up I was shocked to find that they're centered around rescuing women off the streets and preventing trafficking and providing care for those they welcome in. But to hear that they willingly put out a struggling 18-year-old with depression and a dwindling faith as a Christ-centered community and home for young women--it strikes a different cord. Upon getting there, I found out that she discovered some...odd conditions. Such as bugs and mold. But none of that truly matters because it's a roof over her head and clothes on her back as well as food for your belly. And I encourage her to be grateful for the things that God places in front of us. But it's hard to encourage her if she cant call me even from the phones there due to restrictions let alone be able to feel confident that she is in good Christ-loving hands. I just continue to pray that God guides her steps and places a hedge of protection over her. I may only have one side of things but the things I'm hearing don't settle well in my stomach or my heart...I pray that those in the center are able to express more compassion towards the people they bring in. Especially young women who don't have many people to depend on outside of Christ...God will provide. God bless you and I hope that things improve with this place. Im still gonna continue to raise money for her to get her back on track, God willing.

This is a great place to volunteer. The staff and other volunteers are so sweet and caring people…read more It's very clean and organized. They also have a website making it easy to sign up to help others in need. If you've never volunteered then start here! If you have volunteered, then start here! :)

This ministry is a wonderful refuge for women who are seeking shelter and a long term place to get…read moreback on their feet. It is safe and secure with security guard and strict clearance for visitors. My friend has been staying there for three months since having the worst summer ever. Now she has opportunity to be surrounded by a caring, professional community conducive to her recovery and stabilization. She has a healthy daily routine that includes medication management, Bible study, counseling, meals, and on campus work. I highly recommend Phoenix Rescue Mission Changing Lives Center for women.