The Community Food Bank has been awarded the Charity Navigator 4-Star Award for Sound Fiscal Management. 

“We are proud to announce the Community Food Bank of Tucson has earned our 4-Star rating for its ability to efficiently manage and grow its finances,” said Michael Smith, Interim President/CEO of Charity Navigator. “This “exceptional” designation from Charity Navigator differentiates the Community Food Bank of Tucson from its peers and demonstrates to the public it is worthy of their trust.”  Full details of the Community Food Bank 4-Star Award are available online at www.charitynavigator.org.

Charity Navigator, is an independent national charity evaluator, that works to advance a more efficient and responsive philanthropic marketplace by evaluating the financial health of over 5,300 of America’s largest charities.

“The staff and Board of the Community Food Bank have always placed a high priority on the good stewardship of its resources,” stated Bill Young, Treasurer of the Food Bank Board of Directors.  “This award is an acknowledgement of the extraordinary commitment by the Community Food Bank staff, not only to manage the very generous contributions from the community, but also to utilize these contributions to maximize the quality and availability of services to the hungry of Pima County.  As Treasurer and long time Board member, I am continually amazed at the commitment, professionalism and compassion demonstrated by the Community Food Bank staff and volunteers.”

 For additional information, contact Jack Parris at (520) 622-0525 x 215.