What is the
West Alabama Food Bank?
The West Alabama Food Bank (WAFB) was incorporated in 1987 as a 501 (c)
(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to help alleviate hunger
and food insecurity in nine West Alabama counties including Bibb,
Fayette, Greene, Hale, Lamar, Marion, Pickens, Sumter and Tuscaloosa.
Our Tax ID# is 63-0947676.
West Alabama Food Bank warehouse.
The WAFB operates a 10,000 square foot warehouse with on site cold
storage. WAFB member nonprofit agencies pick up and distribute food to
the hungry in their respective communities. Through these agencies the
WAFB has distributed over seven million pounds of food.
How can I help?
You or your group can join by:
- Joining the WAFB as a member agency.
- Making a financial contribution.
- Organizing a food drive.
- Making a donation of food.
Who Benefits
from the
West Alabama Food Bank?
For Agencies:
The West Alabama Food Bank will collect surplus and salvageable food and
distribute it to agencies serving the needy. By bringing surplus food to
a central location, participating agencies will save time, money and
energy which could be put to better use.
Agency, Christian Center of Concern, Fayette, Ala.
For Business:
The WAFB offers businesses an alternative to throwing away food. By
donating food, businesses may be eligible for tax deductions. Most
importantly, businesses will contribute to the growth of a healthy
community.
For Communities:
Food donated to the WAFB will find its way to the needy in our community
through churches, soup kitchens, food pantries and residential programs.
Food Drive, Central High Spanish Club.
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WAFB
Executive Director
Henry M. Lipsey Executive
Director
Quinton “Q” Knox, is a
native of Tuscaloosa and a graduate of Central High School. He has three
children ages 8, 7 and 4.
Malcolm Croft
Salvage Supervisor
Michael
“Mike” Cole, Agency Relations Coordinator. Mike is a native of
Tuscaloosa and graduated from Central High School. Mike and his wife,
Virginia, have three children. |
