Project Isaiah is the Jewish community's annual High Holidays food drive benefiting the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona.
The project is named for the Prophet Isaiah, who when asked why we fast on Yom Kippur, responded, "Is it not to share your bread with the hungry?" (Isaiah 5:8).
Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona coordinates this project annually.
We’ve seen a 20% increase in the demand for food assistance,
so your support comes at an imperative time! $1 = 5 MEALS
At the request of the Community Food Bank, we are encouraging financial contributions, which will be directed to the Food Bank, instead of donating non-perishable food.
Should you prefer to write a check, donations should be made payable to Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona (please note "Project Isaiah" in memo), and mailed to Jewish Philanthropies of Southern Arizona, 3718 East River Rd, Suite 100, Tucson, AZ 85718.
Most needed foods include:
Peanut butter
Oatmeal, cereal & granola bars
Canned tomato products
Canned tuna & chicken
Canned soup
Canned vegetables
Canned fruit
Rice, pasta, & beans
Packaged nuts & seeds
The Tucson Jewish Community Center is happy to serve as a collection point for all non-perishable food items. The J will accept donations beginning Monday, September 11 through Wednesday October 11.
Tucson J holiday closures:
September 15 closes at 4 pm
September 16 & 17 closed
September 25 & 30 closed
October 7 closed
For more information, contact JPSA Project Coordinator Arielle Shemesh, (520) 674-8448 or ashemesh@jparizona.org.
