Announcements:
Please be advised that our ALIVE! Admin Office is currently without heat, so many staff are working remotely. Please call or email if you need assistance.
The ALIVE! Offices will be closed starting December 24, 2025, and will reopen on January 2, 2026.
The ALIVE! Community Food Hubs will be closed starting Wednesday, December 24, 2025, and will reopen on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
The Family Assistance Program will be closed starting Wednesday, December 24, 2025 and will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026, for food referrals and on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, for emergency funding referrals.
Please do not submit referrals to Family Assistance for either home grocery delivery or emergency financial assistance during this time.
About ALIVE!
Founded in 1969, ALIVE! is the oldest and largest nonprofit serving Alexandrians facing food insecurity and housing instability. With support from 50 interfaith congregations, thousands of volunteers, and caring neighbors, ALIVE! helps more than 20,000 people each month access groceries, financial assistance, and other essential support.
Together, we’re neighbors helping neighbors, and building a more compassionate and connected Alexandria—
where no one has to face crisis alone.
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