Ending Hunger in West Alabama
Millions of Americans struggle to put food on the table, and the West Alabama Food Bank (WAFB), based in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is committed to changing that. Operating year-round, WAFB secures, stores, and distributes food to hunger relief programs across the region. Our 52,000 square foot facility, equipped with on-site cooler and frozen storage, enables us to distribute vital resources effectively. In 2017 alone, we distributed an estimated 4 million pounds of food and supplies throughout West Alabama.
In our service area, including Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Lamar, Marion, Pickens, Sumter, and Tuscaloosa counties, food insecurity rates range from 15% to 31%, significantly higher than the national average of 12.7%.
Founded in 1987, WAFB is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to alleviating hunger in nine West Alabama counties. Serving a population of over 315,000 residents—more than 15% of whom live in poverty—WAFB has distributed more than 17 million pounds of food through our partner agencies. As a proud member of Feeding Alabama and an affiliate of Feeding America, we are part of a nationwide effort to end hunger.
Find Food
If you're in need of food assistance, the West Alabama Food Bank can help connect you with a nearby food pantry. Serving multiple counties in the region, we partner with local pantries, churches, and community centers to provide nutritious food to those facing food insecurity. To find a pantry near you, select the "FIND FOOD" button.
Get Involved
The West Alabama Food Bank works with more than 93 partner agencies, corporate partners and a network of volunteers to feed more than 200,000 children, families and seniors annually. There are multiple ways to get involved and join the fight against hunger in our communities!
Donate
Make a payment or set up recurring payments right now so your generosity can make an immediate impact. Every $1.00 you give equates to 6 meals for those in need!
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