Food Donation FAQs

  • 1) Taking pictures or videos of people using the FREEdge & FREEzer is not allowed

    2) Meals must be made following local health & safety guidelines

    3) Pre-made meals must list ALL INGREDIENTS, ALLERGENS and DATE of PREPARATION

    4) Meat, bread & pastry must be packaged and placed directly into the freezer

    5) For large donations of prepared food, separate into individual servings

    6) Partially used/Opened food items ARE allowed, just no personally consumed leftovers

    7) If food is expired or has visibly gone bad throw it away

    8) Do not donate anything you or your loved ones wouldn't eat

  • Desired items:

    – Sealed / Packaged food items

    – Individually packaged meals (Pre-made meals MUST list ALL INGREDIENTS, ALLERGENS and DATE of PREPARATION)

    – Produce (bagged and dated)

    – Dairy & Non-Dairy Items

    – Meat (unopened only, place in freezer)

    – Bread & Pastries (place in freezer)

    – Frozen Food

    – Shelf Stable Items

  • Anytime! The FREEdge is open 24/7

  • To donate to the Tucson FREEdge simply:

    1. Drop food donations off in the fridge, freezer, or on the shelving

    2. That’s it! If you would like to let us know about your donation, feel free to snap a photo of the donation and send it to (520

  • If you would like to be a FREEdge partner, to make regular non-cash (food) donations , please fill out our FREEdge Partner Form and review our Partner Guidelines before making a donation.