At Paz de Cristo, We Provide More Than A Meal
Feed
Nightly Meal Service
A hot, nutritious meal, made from scratch in our kitchen is served every night of the year from 5:15 – 6:30 p.m.
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Food Box Program
The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) offers our guests a food box with enough food to sustain a family of 4 for 3-4 days. Distributions are every Tuesday but the last Tuesday of each month from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. These hours may be adjusted in the summer, so please call the office for more information at 480-464-2370.
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Access to Nutrition Assistance
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP – formerly food stamps) provides eligible households with monthly benefits they can use to purchase nutritious food. By helping families fight food insecurity and meet one of their fundamental needs, they can focus on overcoming barriers to self-sufficiency. Paz de Cristo can provide access to a computer and the internet to apply. Call 480-464-2370 x 2150 for more information or to make an appointment.
Clothe
The clothing closet is temporarily closed. Please contact our office for any updated information.
- Showers are available on Wednesdays 8:00 a.m. – Noon (Apr-Sept), 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Oct-Mar).
- Clothing Vouchers to Deseret Industries is temporarily on hold. Please contact our office for any updated information.
Empower
The Copa Health office is no longer located at Paz de Cristo. Please visit Copahealth to locate a navigator.
- Mailroom open Monday – Friday (excluding holidays) 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
- AZ ID Vouchers on Tuesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. first come-first served up to 20 (no groups or outside organizations).
- Birth Certificate assistance on Wednesdays from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. We assist with fees and paperwork. Hard-copy State ID required – no photo copies accepted.
If you have any questions about Empowerment Programs, please call 480-424-2370 x 2150 or x 2170.
Visit Our Community CenterIn Mesa, AZ
424 W Broadway Rd, Mesa,
AZ 85210, United States
Administrative Office Hours
Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. excluding holidays.
Please call the front desk at (480) 464-2370.
Daily Services
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Dinner: 5:15 pm – 6:30 pm
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Mail Service: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Monday-Friday (excluding holidays). Pick up mail at the entrance to the dining hall.
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Mail Service: 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Monday-Friday (excluding holidays)
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Water Stations: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm, Monday-Friday
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Food Box Orders: for Case Worker Call 480-464-2370 for more information
Empowerment Services
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Arizona Identification Vouchers: 1:00 pm, Tuesday
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Birth Certificates: 10:00 am, Wednesday
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Showers: 8:00 am – Noon (Apr-Sept) / 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (Oct-Mar), Wednesdays
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Clothing Closet: Mondays and Fridays 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
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Clothing Vouchers: Service is temporarily unavailable
Monthly Services
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Food Box Distribution: 9:00 am – 11:00 am (Summer hours may vary), 1st, 2nd & 3rd Tuesday
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Hygiene Products: Wednesdays during showers
Did You Know?
Of every dollar given to Paz de Cristo, .87 cents go directly to help people struggling with hunger, poverty and homelessness.
We can’t do it without you!
Frequently Asked Questions
What Services Does Paz De Cristo Offer To People In Need?
Facing hard times? Paz de Cristo helps Mesa neighbors get back on their feet. You can count on a hot dinner every single night, along with emergency food boxes. Need a fresh start? Grab a hot shower, clean clothes, or a free haircut. We even help track down IDs and birth certificates to get you hired.
How Can I Access Food, Clothing & Other Essentials?
Just head over to our Mesa campus to get started. Hot dinners are on the table every evening from 5:15 to 6:30 PM. We also hand out emergency food boxes during the week. For clothes or a hot shower, just glance at our resource calendar to see exactly when to swing by.
What Support Is Available For Finding Employment?
Our Jobs Program helps you overcome barriers to employment through one-on-one coaching, resume writing assistance, and job search support. To ensure you’re interview-ready, we also provide vouchers for Arizona IDs, help with birth certificates, and provide essentials like professional clothing, bus tickets, and hygiene services.
How Can I Get Help With Housing Or Shelter?
Need a safe place to stay? Even though we don’t offer overnight beds on-site, Paz de Cristo is your starting point for housing. Sit down with our coaches, and we’ll help you navigate the system. We team up with local agencies to connect you directly to emergency shelters and permanent housing programs.
What Resources Are Available For Health & Well-Being?
Taking care of yourself is tough when times are hard. That’s why we offer hot showers, fresh haircuts, and hygiene kits right on our campus to help restore your dignity. For serious medical or mental health needs, we’ll connect you with our trusted partners at Circle the City and Copa Health.
How Can I Receive Clothing Or Hygiene Products?
If you’re in need of clean clothes or hygiene supplies, our Wednesday Shower Program and Clothing Closet are here for you. Every guest who comes in for a shower walks away with a fresh hygiene kit, plus new socks and underwear. For bigger items, swing by our Mesa campus—the Clothing Closet is usually open Mondays and Fridays from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
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