Midtown Farmers Market Hosted by U-Haul Opens 2020 Spring Season

U-Haul International is hosting the Midtown Farmers Market for the third spring season. The event provides the Midtown Phoenix community with a chance to gather and support local, sustainable business practices.

The first 2020 farmers market on Feb. 4 offered a wide range of vendors selling local food, fresh produce and Arizona-made goods. With Valentine’s Day upcoming, many vendors had heart-shaped treats and love-themed gifts for sale.

“We’re excited to kick off our third year hosting the market,” said Alexia Bednarz, U-Haul Community Advocate for Corporate Sustainability.

“Our objective is to provide U-Haul Midtown Campus Team Members with convenient access to local healthy foods. In doing so, we’re connecting with nearby businesses and neighbors to participate in a culture of community, health and wellness. U-Haul continually aims to be a positive and integral member of the community. The success of the Midtown Farmers Market is a perfect example.”

Highlighting Local Charities

U-Haul invites dozens of neighboring businesses as well as farmers to ensure purchases support the local economy. In addition to supporting Arizona residents, 10% of market proceeds go to rotating partner charities.

Thanks to its supporters, the Midtown Farmers Market has raised thousands of dollars for nonprofits such as the American Cancer Society, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Mary’s Food Bank and Andre House.

“Supporting our community is important, and the farmers market gives our charity partners the chance to showcase their organizations,” added Megan McDermott, U-Haul Community Relations Specialist. “They are able to highlight their positive work while benefiting from the event proceeds. Farmers market attendees are always eager to support a good cause.”

The next Midtown Farmers Market hosted by U-Haul will be April 14. It will also serve as a prelude to Bike to Work Day on April 15.

Finally, U-Haul is proud to make the health and wellness of its Team Members a top priority. The Company broke ground on its multi-million dollar conference and fitness center in December.

U-Haul Supports Tillman Scholars at 20th Annual Pat’s Run

A determined group of U-Haul® Team Members and 30,000 likeminded neighbors raced 4.2 miles to honor the life of Pat Tillman and raise money for more than 850 Tillman Scholars. The 20th annual Pat’s Run took place April 13 in Tempe, where Tillman attended school and...

U-Haul Volunteers Support Special Olympics Athletes through Guardian Games

The Guardian Games have been a popular community event across the Valley since their inception in 2017. Sanderson Ford®, a longstanding U-Haul® partner, spearheads the friendly competition to fundraise for Special Olympics Arizona® and develop a closer relationship...

2020 charity farmers market health and wellness healthy lifestyle midtown farmers market midtown phoenix sustainability

What’s New

U-Haul Supports Tillman Scholars at 20th Annual Pat’s Run

A determined group of U-Haul® Team Members and 30,000 likeminded neighbors raced 4.2 miles to honor the life of Pat Tillman and raise money for more than 850 Tillman Scholars. The 20th annual Pat’s Run took place April 13 in Tempe, where Tillman attended school and...

U-Haul Volunteers Support Special Olympics Athletes through Guardian Games

The Guardian Games have been a popular community event across the Valley since their inception in 2017. Sanderson Ford®, a longstanding U-Haul® partner, spearheads the friendly competition to fundraise for Special Olympics Arizona® and develop a closer relationship...

U-Haul Offers 30 Days Free Storage at 10 Stores in Southern Louisiana

U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage to residents impacted by the tornadoes and flooding affecting much of southern Louisiana, including the New Orleans metro area. Severe weather has brought fierce winds and heavy rains to the region. A tornado caused...

Tornado Recovery: U-Haul Offers 30 Days Free Storage in Conyers, GA

U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to residents impacted by tornado damage in and around Conyers, Ga. Severe weather struck the Atlanta metro area late Tuesday night with Conyers being among the communities hit hardest. A...

U-Haul Volunteers Gain Satisfaction from Service at St. Mary’s

U-Haul® volunteers recently helped St. Mary’s Food Bank put a fresh spin on its mission to provide food for people in need across Arizona. Thanks to St. Mary’s partnership with meal-kit company HelloFresh®, people facing food insecurity can now receive both an...

Texas Panhandle Wildfires: U-Haul Offering 30 Days Free Storage

U-Haul® is offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box® container usage to residents impacted by the wildfires across the Texas panhandle. The Smokehouse Creek Fire started on Monday and has burned more than 1 million acres. It’s the largest in the state’s...

U-Haul and ACS Join Forces in Climb to Conquer Cancer

The Climb to Conquer Cancer of Phoenix is the American Cancer Society’s largest single-day climb event in the world. Every February in Arizona, thousands of cancer survivors, family members, caregivers and supporters participate in the Climb to Conquer Cancer. U-Haul...

U-Haul, Tribute Journey Spread Valentine’s Day Love to Veterans

February 14 is not just Valentine's Day. It is recognized as a National Salute to Veteran Patients day. During Valentine's Day week each year, U-Haul and the Tribute Journey say “thank you” to veterans of the U.S. Armed Services who are cared for in Department of...

U-Haul International Moves with U-Box Makes Moving Abroad Easy

Every new year invites new adventures. If your 2024 adventures include moving abroad, U-Haul International Moves® is equipped and licensed to support your exciting transition each step of the way. The U-Haul® brand is known globally for empowering do-it-yourself...