FOOD BOX DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM
MDM distributes free healthy food boxes as part of a weekly program in Birmingham neighborhoods that are classified as food deserts (communities that do not have easy access to supermarkets).
HOUSEKEEPING RULES
Requirements to be served:
- You must be present to receive service.
- You may be allowed to pick up for someone else only if you are listed on file as a proxy for that person AND depending on supply levels at that time.
- Different households in the same car will be served.
- You must show proof of residence to receive service when multiple households are in the same car.
- Please obey all traffic laws.
- Do NOT cut in line. Doing so will cause you to be removed and sent to the back of the line. If someone cuts line, please inform us as soon as possible so that we can handle the situation. Do not confront them. Let us handle the situation.
- First come, first served. No walk-ups.
- All rules and policies are subject to change as needed at our discretion
Your patience and understanding are greatly appreciated as we are all experiencing times of transition and uncertainty. What we are certain of is that God has already provided everything we need, and He is faithful and worthy of our trust in HIM.
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FREE FOOD BOX DISTRIBUTION
2025-2026 SCHEDULE
📍For-Word Christian Center
2200 Avenue C, Ensley, Birmingham, AL 35218
(the former Southern Family Market)
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 @ 3:30 PM (serving 300) *
‼️ November 11th, 2025 Distribution CANCELED ‼️
Boxes moved to Nov. 20th Distribution
Thursday, November 20th, 2025 @ Time TBD (serving 700)
🍂 🦃 Thanksgiving Distribution 🦃 🍂
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025 @ 3:30 PM (serving 300)*
(Last distribution of 2025)
Tuesday, Jan 13th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, Jan 22nd, 2026 @ 3:30 PM**
Tuesday, Feb 10th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, Feb 19th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM**
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, March 19th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM (Easter Distribution ✝️)**
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 @ 3:30 PM**
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, May 21st, 2026 @ 3:30 PM**
Tuesday, June 9th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, June 18th, 2026 @ 12:30 PM (4th of July Distribution 🇺🇸)**
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, July 23rd, 2026 @ 12:30 PM**
Tuesday, August 11th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, August 20th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM**
Tuesday, Sept 8th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, Sept 17th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM**
Tuesday, October 13th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, Oct 22nd, 2026 @ 3:30 PM**
Tuesday, Nov 10th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM*
Thursday, Nov 19th, 2026 @ TBD (Thanksgiving Distribution 🦃)**
Tuesday, December 8th, 2026 @ 3:30 PM (Last distribution for 2026)*
If supplies run out, click here to find the Mobile Grocery stop nearest you and shop. Prices are geared towards helping you put more food on your table. Your dollars go much further than at a traditional grocery.
NOTE:
* Menu items provided by Food Bank of Central Alabama
** Menu items provided by Mercy Deliverance Ministries, it’s donors, & partner agencies.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Do you want to be part of something bigger than yourself? Be a part of Mercy Deliverance Ministries’ upcoming projects. Join the best team of volunteers ever! Help provide fresh food options and health and wellness services to those in need.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
- 2nd Tuesday of the Month – sorting and distributing food boxes in Ensley during the 1st Food Box Distribution of the month (see schedule)
- Tuesdays and Thursdays – sorting and assembling food boxes in Hoover for the 2nd Food Box Distribution of the month (see schedule)
- Assembly of MDM’s Homeless Care Packages (schedule varies)
SUPPORT US
We invite you to join the MDM community. Let’s work together to provide access to fresh food and quality healthcare to those in need. Together, we truly can make a change in our communities and throughout the world.