Through weekly deliveries to three Vestavia Hills City Schools, Ascension Episcopal Church meets the needs of approximately 41 students facing food insecurity on weekends. On Fridays, nutritious, prepackaged foods are discreetly placed into the backpacks of students who receive free or reduced-cost lunches by school counselors. Ascension volunteers currently deliver to Cahaba Heights Elementary, Dolly Ridge Elementary, and Vestavia East Elementary. (Southminster Presbyterian currently serves the students of Vestavia West.) The goal is to eventually be able to serve at risk middle and high school students as well. On May 8, 2025, Ascension will host its annual Food Truck Festival. Proceeds from the event will help continue to support programs including the Weekend Backpack Program. All are invited to attend. For more information or to donate, contact Associate Rector Emily Collette at (205) 822-3480.
Pictured from left: The Rev. Emily Collette and The Rev. Jack Alvey
