ALIVE! is hosting three free food distributions this week in Alexandria, and the nonprofit is offering shelf stable groceries, produce and eggs for hungry families.
“People are encouraged to drive through,” the city said in a release. “Walks-ups should maintain 6 feet social distance, wear a face mask and bring carts or reusable bags to carry food home.”
The distributions will be held on:
- Thursday, August 27, in the parking lot of Charles Houston Recreation Center (901 Wythe Street) from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
- Saturday, August 29, at Cora Kelly School (3600 Commonwealth Avenue) from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
- Saturday, August 29, at John Adams Elementary School (5651 Rayburn Avenue) from 8:30 to 1030 a.m.
The nonprofit has given out hundreds of thousands of pounds of food since the pandemic started in March, and is also currently in need of volunteers.
ALIVE! is providing food at two distributions this week. On Thursday, August 27, from 4 – 5:30 p.m., in coordination…
Posted by Department of Community & Human Services, City of Alexandria, VA on Tuesday, August 25, 2020
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