West Alabama Food & Wine Festival Seeks New Nonprofit Beneficiary

NORTHPORT, AL — The West Alabama Food & Wine Festival is looking to add a new nonprofit beneficiary to join Turning Point Alabama for its second year.

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The festival has raised $210,000 over the past 12 years for local nonprofits and is set to return to downtown Northport on April 27, 2025.

Since relocating to downtown Northport for the 2023 and 2024 festivals, the event has supported the American Red Cross, West Alabama Food Bank (WAFB) and Turning Point Alabama.

The festival board plans to continue its tradition of supporting local causes in 2025 by selecting a new nonprofit alongside Turning Point.

Nonprofits interested in being considered as beneficiaries for the 2025 festival can apply via the festival’s website by clicking here.

The application deadline is Oct. 20, with selections announced by Nov. 5.

“The services we provide at Turning Point are literally life-saving and life-changing for victims and children who have escaped abuse,” Turning Point Director Derrick Osborn said. “Being a beneficiary of the Food and Wine Festival is a huge blessing, allowing us to help more clients and offer them additional options on their journey to independence. Plus, it’s one of the most enjoyable events we’ve been involved with.”

Debbie Sanford, co-chair of the 2025 festival, also expressed pride in the event's legacy as it gears up with its 12th year.

“There are many dedicated nonprofits in our area working tirelessly to improve our communities," Sanford said. "The WAFWF considers it a privilege to support these organizations through our contributions.”

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