Lexy Smith speaks with Leona Leonard, Executive Director of Agua Fria in Avondale serving six cities in the Southwest Valley. Leonard explains how the food pantry began with a church in 1981. Leonard shares details on their mobile pantry, access to showers and meals. Leonard explains how everything is at no cost to the recipient. Leonard outlines several of the programs including the baby care and clothing bank. Leonard shares stories of users on the other side of adversity.
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Original airdate: 9/24/2023
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