Fighting Food Insecurity

Fighting Food Insecurity Where It’s Needed Most

Free Mobile Summer Food Program

For children who rely on free or reduced lunch during the school year, Summer Break leaves a gap in food security. The Community Food Bank of Central Alabama estimates that 100,000+ lose access to food during summer break. The YMCA of Greater Birmingham is committed to serving families who face this reality. Returning in Summer 2025, the YMCA is delivering free food  to residential communities identified as food insecure. The Summer Food Program brings the YMCA and its services to those who could benefit the most and leverages volunteerism and community partnership to propel the program.

Give More Than Just a Meal

Thanks to generous donors like you, the Summer Lunch Program feeds hundreds of children each week throughout the summer. Because of you, children are not just fed – they have the nourishment they need to stay healthy in spirit, mind and body.

The community can also donate items to any of the Y’s 7 Membership Branches or have items shipped to the location of their choice. As we approach summer, we will begin collecting fresh foods in addition to snacks and drinks! Stay tuned for a list of needed items and other ways to help. 

A Volunteer-Led Initiative

The Summer Lunch Program is led by volunteers, who give their time to serve youth throughout Birmingham.  You can volunteer one day, one week, or all summer long! There are opportunities for schools groups, churches, clubs and individuals to help their neighbors. Click below to see volunteer opportunities near you!

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