Calling on caring neighbors

Churches have temporarily closed, entire countries are on lock-down, and it seems everywhere we look, there is more bad news to be heard. Yet, amid all these changes, the kindness from others remains.

As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread and cause alarm worldwide, we here at Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest want to take a moment to step back and consider the work that still needs to be done. It is our belief that, though times like these can cause panic and disinformation, it also has the tendency to bring out the best in people. We ask only that you consider sharing or donating what you can, and know that we are thankful for having you as part of our community.

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What Can I Do To Help?

LSS-SW continues to provide needed support to its many programs and clients who are left wondering how this current pandemic will affect their daily lives.

Many of these items are not available in stores. Do you have even a few cans of food or rolls of toilet paper to spare?

  • Diapers, wipes, and formula

  • Toilet paper and hygiene items

  • Non-perishable foods

  • Cleaning supplies

Donation drop-off times and locations:

Phoenix

When: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest, 2502 E. University Drive, Suite 125, Phoenix, AZ, 85034

Tucson

When: Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: 3364 E Grant Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716

If you have a question about donations, send us a note using the form below.

LSS-SW is taking the outbreak seriously and will continue to adhere to CDC best practices all the while serving our clients, delivering essential information, and ensuring the well-being of our staff. We remain steadfast in our commitment to protecting the most vulnerable in our communities, from those in our Aging and Disability programs to the refugees resettled here in the U.S. Just as it always has, it will take the support of our entire community to persevere in these good works.

In times such as these, let us hold one another, support one another and walk with confidence through Spring 2020. For we are brought together here and now to bring stability, dignity and respect to all who are part of the Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest Community.  

our President & CEO Connie Phillips has issued a statement in response to the COVID-19 outbreak and how our services—and the communities we serve—have been affected. Read the full statement.

What Else Should I Know?

Although our way of life has changed substantially in the name of caution and safety of the most vulnerable among us, we are—and continue to be—in this together. For more resources on how you and your family can stay safe, please take a look at the resources below: