BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Throughout July, AmFirst and ABC 33/40 joined forces for the 2025 Feeding Families Across Alabama Food Drive, rallying the community to fight food insecurity across the region.Thanks to the remarkable generosity of members and partners, AmFirst’s combined collection ofnonperishable food items and monetary donations will provide more than 87,000 meals through theCommunity Food Bank of Central Alabama, the CU reported.
Community Food Bank of Central Alabama serves over 60,000 children, seniors, and families annually across 12 counties. With one in five people in Central Alabama facing food insecurity, these donations will help provide thousands of meals to neighbors most in need.
“This food drive truly demonstrated the caring spirit of our members and employees,” Jody Mattson, AmFirst’s director of philanthropy and community engagement, said in a statement. “Through their generosity, we continue to make a meaningful impact in the fight against hunger in our communities.”
AmFirst President and CEO Kevin Morris added, “We are committed to supporting families across Alabama, and we’re grateful for everyone who contributed. Every pound of food and every dollar donated helps us make a real difference in the lives of our neighbors.”
