Advance Community

Advance Community has a long, rich history of fostering optimal health and wellness in under-resourced communities both locally and globally. Since 2000, our domestic program has empowered thousands of Latino individuals across Arizona to improve their health—regardless of zip code or socioeconomic circumstance.

This year, for Arizona Gives Day, we are proud to feature a program that directly impacts seniors right here in Arizona.

Our Stove to Table program provides healthy meals and valuable nutrition education to low-income seniors, helping them live the healthiest, most independent lives possible.

Every week, we deliver 450+ fresh, nutritious homemade meals directly from our kitchen to seniors in low-income housing across Maricopa County. With the help of over 500 volunteers throughout the year, our dedicated Nutrition Program team cooks these meals using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

The Stove to Table menu changes weekly, introducing seniors to a wide variety of nutritious, delicious meals. Each meal is labeled with its ingredients, empowering them to make informed, healthy choices for their well-being.

Last year, our Stove to Table program served 10,000 meals, thanks to our generous donors. Our 2025 goal is to raise $10,000, which will help us provide 1,000 additional meals to seniors in need.

Testimonials

"The care, love, and concern for individuals is what we specialize in." -Jeri Royce, President & CEO

"Our clients can’t stop talking about how much they love the meals. It’s been incredible to see the joy and comfort they bring to our community." – Rudy Solis, Justa Center

"These meals have made such a meaningful difference for our members. Each delivery brings not just nourishment, but a sense of care and connection." – Jeanne Caldwell, Home Assist

"Knowing that over 400 people each week can rest with full stomachs—it’s more than a meal, it’s a sense of dignity and hope." – Paul Holtzman, Nutrition Program Director

About Advance

At Advance Community, we envision a world where every person thrives, creating new possibilities and promising futures.  In the communities we serve, achieving this vision can be challenging. Children growing up in unsafe environments, lack of accessible healthcare infrastructure, and limited resources often hinder families from focusing beyond immediate survival.

For over 50 years, Advance has been a beacon of hope, working tirelessly to improve lives and create sustainable futures in under-resourced communities across the globe.  We address urgent needs, enabling individuals and families to focus on building better futures.

By addressing immediate needs and empowering communities, Advance Community is creating new possibilities and promising futures worldwide.