Citadel Cares

At the Citadel, we are called to Build, Impact and Restore people... one of our major vehicles to achieve this call is through the Citadel Cares Center.  As  a non-profit organization the goal for our Community Center is to provide services for basic resources that increase self-sufficiency and improve the quality of life for low-income and underserved families. 

 By offering basic resources like food distribution, housing and employment resources,  we look to improve opportunities for economic stability and overcoming multiple barriers such as criminal backgrounds, language barriers, long-term poverty and lack of skills and/or formal education.

Currently due to Covid-19, we are offering our center online to continue to provide access to resources, information and updates conveniently and safely. 

Rental assistance:

If you are currently in need of rental or utility financial assistance in Maricopa County please see details and link below:

 An eligible household may receive up to $3,500 per month for both rent and utility assistance, depending on their need. Past-due balances dating back to March 2020 will be given priority. Future assistance will be allowed in three-month increments. Assistance is available for a maximum of 18 months. One-time assistance of up to $500 is available to landlords for court and attorney-related costs associated with each housing unit or renter Eligibility for rent and utility assistance is based on the renter’s address and ability to meet the following federal criteria:

• The renter has a risk of homelessness, housing instability, or unsafe living conditions demonstrated by the following:
  • Eviction notice
  • Utility shutoff notice
  • Past due rent notice
  • Past due utility notice
  • Any other evidence of unsafe or unhealthy living conditions or housing instability
• The renter or member of the renter’s household has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
• The renter’s household income is less than or equal to 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI)

Visit for more info or for application:  https://housing.az.gov/general-public/rental-assistance-resources-eviction-prevention/maricopa-county

Services available:

Computer Lab (currently by appointment only) - is available to search and apply for jobs. We also offer classed on resume writing, interviewing and job skills. 

We are currently working with our community partners and organizations to revamp and reorganize our Food Pantry Program. 

Please check back in for updates and future events. 

If you would like to donate, partner with us or find out how to connect with one of these resources,  email us at info@citadelaz.com 

Citadel Cares is a community partner serving residents in the West Valley. We collaborate with other non-profit organizations including:

– African American Christian Clergy Coalition  

- The House that Love Built 

- Deeper Living Home  

- The Sunshine Group Homes  

- VITA – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

- Food Pantry 2 Go events in partnership with Shamrock Foods & Farm to Table  

-In addition to our ongoing partnership with the City of Peoria and city of Buckeye. 

If you would like to donate, partner with us or find out how to connect with one of these resources,  email us at info@citadelaz.com 

Citadel Cares Center is a ministry extension of The Citadel of Praise Christian Church, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We pursue to maintain quality partnerships and positive community interactions all while working in excellence! We maintain financial integrity and stewardship and strive to maximize our programs with every grant and donation we receive.  The Citadel Cares Center qualifies for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit as  an extension of CCC. This means that when you donate to Citadel Cares Center, you can reduce what you owe in Arizona state taxes up to $800 (married couple) or $400 (individual). Donations can be made on our Donate page or by mail to 8738 W Cholla St, Suite 1, Peoria AZ 85345.

Giving Goods:

 - Non perishable food

- Travel sized hygiene products

By supporting Citadel Cares, you partner with us in our mission to impact the community by providing food and resources and making a difference in the lives of those we come into contact with. 

For more information on donations or for questions on donating, email us at info@citadelaz.com