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Bags of Hope: Interfaith Heat Relief Bag Packing Events

July 03, 2025 in Faith In Action

TUCSON: postponed - new date/location TBA

TEMPE: Sunday, July 20, 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Community Christian Church
1701 S College Ave, Tempe, AZ 85281

Join Arizona Faith Network for a powerful, hands-on service opportunity as we come together across communities to pack Heat Relief Bags for those most vulnerable to Arizona’s extreme summer temperatures. These interfaith events are open to all who want to help protect lives and show compassion in action.

Each event will include community-building, light refreshments, and the chance to pack bags that will be distributed through AFN’s network of Heat Relief Sites and outreach partners. 

How You Can Help:
🌟 Attend and share the event
🌟 Donate – You can give funds to support supplies by clicking here or bring items to one of the events (see RSVP form for a list)
🌟 Ship supplies – Buy and ship directly to us from our Tucson Area Amazon Wish List, our Phoenix Area Amazon Wish List or contact Katie.Sexton@azfaithnetwork.org for shipping details.

Make a tangible difference this summer. Help pack Bags of Hope and ensure no one is left in the heat. Please RSVP using the link below so that we can keep you updated via email.

RSVP

Volunteers Needed 

The Respite Coalition of Tempe will operate three cooling & hydration centers this Summer in Tempe: in June at University Presbyterian Church, in July at Desert Palm UCC, and in August at Community Christian Church. In order to staff the centers, they have created a "SignUpGenius" link with either 3 or 4-hour volunteer shifts. If you'd like to help them ensure that the community is cared for during the hottest part of the year, please consider volunteering using the link below.

COOLING AND HYDRATION CENTER SIGN UP

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