Selma, Ala. – On Saturday morning, Green Street Missionary Baptist Church will open its doors to the community for a free food giveaway, marking the start of a monthly effort to help families facing hunger, clothing and housing challenges.

Church volunteers prepare for the event

Members of the congregation gathered on Friday morning to pack boxes of canned goods, assorted pre‑packaged foods and a variety of meats. The church raised enough funds to purchase a substantial amount of food from the Selma Area Food Bank, ensuring that the giveaway can serve as many residents as possible.

First‑come, first‑served distribution

According to Margaret Ann Rawls, a church representative, the distribution will operate on a first‑come, first‑served basis while supplies last. “It is a lot of need for food, clothing and housing,” Rawls said. “So we gon’ start out here. Small amount, but we hope it to grow like big, big, big, like Feed America one day, maybe.”

Faith‑driven service to the community

The initiative reflects the church’s commitment to living out Christian principles of compassion and service. By partnering with the local food bank, Green Street Missionary Baptist Church aims to provide a reliable safety net for Selma residents, especially those struggling after recent economic pressures.

Local leaders have praised the effort as a tangible expression of faith in action. The church’s outreach aligns with broader community goals of strengthening families and fostering self‑reliance through charitable support.

Looking ahead

Rawls and other volunteers hope the monthly giveaway will become a staple of Selma’s charitable landscape, eventually expanding its reach and resources. The church invites anyone in need to attend the Saturday event at 9 a.m. and encourages community members to volunteer or donate to sustain the program.

For more information, contact Green Street Missionary Baptist Church at (555) 123‑4567 or visit their website.

Original reporting: Alabama News Network — read the source article.