This spring, SBC campuses are offering a way for its congregants to share hope with families across the Valley.

Each campus is gathering food and other items for their local food banks to help families in need on Sunday, March 9, and Sunday, March 16, before, during and after church service.

In Fountain Hills, SBC will collect food for the Extended Hands Food Bank which serves Fountain Hills, Scottsdale, Rio Verde and Fort McDowell Reservation.

Volunteers prepare hundreds of food boxes filled with items to help more than 300 families per month, according to a press release.

At the food bank, families can also pick up bread, dairy and meat donated by local grocery stores.

What to donate

SBC is collecting the following items for the Extended Hands Food Bank. All items should be unopened and unexpired.

White or brown rice, peanut butter and jelly (plastic jar), canned or dry beans, boxed meals (tuna helper, etc.), canned chicken or tuna, crackers, canned fruit or vegetables, pasta and pasta sauce (plastic jar), granola/cereal bars, cereal (boxed/bagged)

The need for non-perishable food and hygiene items is year-round, and these organizations rely on the support of local churches and organizations to meet the demands. The press release said. They also offer assistance with long-term solutions and help identify and address deeper life issues.

For questions, contact localoutreach@scottsdalebible.com or call 480-824-7200.