Benevolence in Action Ministries host free food drive at American Legion Post 19
Paul Vozzella
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – Dozens of local volunteers came together in Yuma Friday to lend a helping hand to community members in need.
The Benevolence in Action Ministry hosted a free food drive at American Legion Post 19, distributing meals to hundreds of residents facing hardship.
A semi-truck filled with food from San Luis arrived early in the day, providing supplies to an estimated 200 cars that lined up for assistance.
Organizers said the need for food has grown more urgent in recent weeks, particularly with the ongoing government shutdown and an increase in homelessness during the colder months.
“Food is hard to come by right now, and we just want to make sure the people who are doing without food stamps and without jobs…get a little something,” said Rev. Alex Montoya of the Benevolence in Action Ministry.
The ministry has been running the food drive for several months but hopes to expand its outreach in response to rising demand.
Rev. Montoya said the group aims to make the event a weekly effort and is prepared to travel long distances to gather supplies.
“We go as far as Vegas, Los Angeles, Tucson….wherever we can get a load, even New Mexico,” Montoya said.
As the community continues to face economic challenges, the ministry’s volunteers remain committed to ensuring that no one in Yuma goes hungry.