Good Shepherd of the Hills Have Faith Challenge

Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church has stepped forward in a powerful way to support families in our community.

Leadership Gift from Good Shepherd: $30,000

Community Goal: $200,000

The church’s leadership gift launches a community-wide Have Faith Challenge, inviting other churches, faith communities, and neighbors to come together to help ensure families have access to nutritious food and essential resources.

“We have seen an increase in need, especially through Good Shepherd’s Gold Mine Thrift Shop. By working together, we thought we could help restore hope and faith to many and bring a little light into the world.”

— Rev. Kim Litsey, Rector, Good Shepherd of the Hills Episcopal Church

Foothills Food Bank Executive Director Leigh Zydonik and Rev. Kim Litsey

Who This Challenge Supports

Every dollar raised through the Have Faith Challenge directly supports:
  • Children and families facing food insecurity
  • Seniors on fixed incomes
  • Working families struggling with rising costs
  • Single parents and individuals facing job loss, illness, or unexpected expenses
  • Many neighbors visiting the food bank for the first time

Why This Challenge Matters Now

  • Since September 2025, visits to Foothills Food Bank pantries have increased by 30%
  • During the same time, food donations have increased by only 7%
  • This growing gap makes it harder to keep shelves stocked for families who need help
The Have Faith Challenge is an invitation to churches and faith communities across the area to work together toward the $200,000 goal and stand with neighbors during a difficult season.
“We are so thankful to Good Shepherd for stepping forward with such kindness and courage. Their gift inspires others and reminds our neighbors that they are not alone.”
— Leigh Zydonik, Executive Director, Foothills Food Bank & Resource Center

We are grateful to every church, organization, and individual who chooses to be part of this challenge and help ensure no neighbor faces hunger alone.

Together, we can turn faith into action and hope into help.

Donate by clicking our donate button below; call us at 480-488-1145 ext. 252; or mail your check to PO Box 715, Carefree, AZ 85331.