The Need Is NOW!

And so is our response.

Families are feeling the immediate impact of the government shutdown, with food assistance programs paused and cupboards growing bare.

Food Crisis Rapid Response is here to rally our community.

 

This food drive will benefit:

Start a Food Drive
Make a Donation
Find a Drop-Off
Request a Pick-Up
QUESTIONS?

START A FOOD DRIVE

Lead the Response That Feeds Families

Whether you’re part of a business, church, school or neighborhood group, your leadership can make an immediate difference. Hosting a food drive is a powerful way to rally your community and provide critical relief during this food crisis. We’ve made it easy to get started!

Step-by-Step Guide:

  1. Sign Up Your Drive
    Complete a quick form to register your food drive. 

  2. Choose Your Collection Type
    Decide if you’ll collect non-perishable food items, monetary donations, or both. We will provide custom flyers and recommended food lists to help guide donors.

  3. Promote and Share
    Use our ready-to-go promotion kit to spread the word through email, social media, and local networks. The more people know, the greater the impact.

  4. Deliver or Schedule Pickup
    Once your drive is complete, you can drop off donations at one of the listed locations or request a pickup for larger collections.

  5. Celebrate and Inspire
    Share photos and results with us to highlight your impact and inspire others to join in. Use #foodcrisisrapidresponse2025 on your posts.

Yes! I'd Like to Register My Food Drive!

“When you can’t feed a hundred people, then feed just one.”
— Mother Teresa

Whether you volunteer, contribute or donate, EVERY ACT OF HELP MATTERS!

MAKE A DONATION

Give Help Immediately

For those experiencing food insecurity right now, time matters. A direct donation allows the food bank to purchase high-need items quickly and distribute them where they’re needed most. Even a small gift can fill a shelf, a pantry or a child’s plate.

DONATE ONLINE

Use the secure PayPal form below to make a one-time or recurring gift. All donations go directly to the Community Food Bank of Central Alabama and are tax-deductible.

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DONATE NOW!

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FIND A DROP-OFF LOCATION

Crunch Fitness - Alabaster

509 1st St SW
Alabaster AL 35007

Crunch Fitness - Hoover
1694 Montgomery Hwy
Hoover, AL 35216
Jefferson County Family Court

1801 3rd Ave N
Bessemer AL 35020

Jefferson County Family Court

120 2nd Ct N
Birmingham AL 34204

Jefferson County Department of Human Resources

2001 12th Ave N
Birmingham AL 35234

REQUEST A DONATION PICK-UP

Request a Donation Pick-Up

If you’ve organized a food drive but need assistance with transportation, use the form below to request a pick-up. Our team will coordinate a day and time that works for you.

Have Questions? Let's Talk.

If you’re unsure where to start or want to discuss how you or your organization can get involved, we’re here to help. Just fill out the form below and someone will give you a call.