Wiregrass Area United Way Food Bank

The Wiregrass Area Food Bank is a non-profit organization dedicated to combating hunger in the Dothan, Alabama area. As a hunger relief charity, the Food Bank operates as an independent entity with a small team of five employees, supported by a dedicated network of volunteers and a board of directors. The organization collects and distributes donated food to member non-profit agencies serving those in need across a six-county service area in Alabama. Their reach extends to Houston, Henry, Dale, Geneva, Barbour, and Coffee counties, ensuring that food assistance is readily available to communities facing food insecurity. The Food Bank maintains a warehouse equipped with frozen and refrigerated storage, enabling them to efficiently manage and distribute a wide range of food and grocery products. Leveraging a nationwide network of food banks, the Wiregrass Area Food Bank secures access to resources at minimal cost, allowing member agencies to operate their food programs efficiently. This collaborative approach ensures that donated food is directly channeled to those who need it most, without any financial burden on recipients. The Food Bank relies on several funding sources, including a shared maintenance fee from affiliate agencies, as well as generous donations from churches, civic clubs, businesses, and individual citizens. For more information about the Wiregrass Area Food Bank and its services, please visit their website at wiregrassfoodbank.com