Free Food Distribution in Boles Acres, Wednesday Oct. 28
Published 27 October 2026
Free groceries will be handed out Wednesday morning, October 28, 2026, at the Boles Acres Fire Station, 10 Sage Ave. The Rotary Club of White Sands runs this mobile food pantry with Roadrunner Food Bank on the fourth Wednesday of every month, and the club's calendar lists an 8 a.m. start. The next one is Wednesday, November 25, the day before Thanksgiving.
Every family has a tight month now and then. A move, a new job or a big utility bill can bring it on sooner than you expect, and this is one of the quiet ways our neighbors help each other out.
When and where is the Boles Acres food distribution?
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Date | Wednesday, October 28, 2026 |
| Next date | Wednesday, November 25, 2026 |
| Time | Starts at 8 a.m., per the Rotary club's calendar (the Chamber of Commerce calendar lists 8:30 to 10 a.m.) |
| Place | Boles Acres Fire Station, 10 Sage Ave., Boles Acres |
| Hosts | Rotary Club of White Sands and Roadrunner Food Bank |
| How often | The fourth Wednesday of every month |
| Cost | Free |
The date, time and place come from the Rotary Club of White Sands calendar listing and the Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce community calendar. Since the two list slightly different start times, arriving by 8 a.m. is the safest bet.
What should I know before I go?
Neither listing mentions a sign-up or any paperwork. If you have questions about what to bring, call the Rotary Club of White Sands at (575) 921-3622, the number on the club's website, before you head out.
A few simple tips help any mobile pantry go smoothly:
- Come early, since food at mobile distributions can run out.
- Clear space in your trunk or back seat, and bring a few sturdy bags or a box.
- Be patient with the volunteers. They are your neighbors giving up a weekday morning.
Is there another distribution before Thanksgiving?
Yes. The next Boles Acres distribution is Wednesday, November 25, 2026, the day before Thanksgiving, at the same fire station. It is a good one to put on the calendar now.
If you need help sooner, my guide to the mobile food pantry and local food banks lists pantries around Alamogordo, and my post on help paying heating bills in Otero County covers another big winter expense.
How can I help?
If you are in a position to give back, the Rotary Club of White Sands is the group behind this distribution. The club meets Thursdays at 12:05 p.m. at the Christus Hospital of Southern New Mexico Conference Center, 2669 Scenic Dr., and you can reach it through its website.
Roadrunner Food Bank supplies the food and takes donations online. For more ways to pitch in around town, see my list of places to volunteer in Alamogordo this fall.
What does this mean for people moving to Boles Acres?
Boles Acres sits just outside Alamogordo, and the fire station is a real community hub. Besides the monthly food distribution, it is also one of the county's voting convenience centers on Election Day, November 3. You can read more about life around town on my neighborhoods page.
Places where neighbors show up for each other like this are a big part of why people love living here.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next food distribution in Boles Acres?
The next one is Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the Boles Acres Fire Station, 10 Sage Ave. The one after that is Wednesday, November 25, 2026.
What time does the Boles Acres food distribution start?
The Rotary Club of White Sands calendar lists an 8 a.m. start, and the Chamber of Commerce calendar lists 8:30 to 10 a.m. Arriving by 8 a.m. is the safest bet.
Who runs the Boles Acres mobile food pantry?
The Rotary Club of White Sands hosts it with Roadrunner Food Bank. It happens on the fourth Wednesday of every month.
Is the food distribution free?
Yes, the groceries are free. Call the Rotary Club of White Sands at (575) 921-3622 if you have questions before you go.
How can I volunteer with the Boles Acres food distribution?
Reach out to the Rotary Club of White Sands through its website or at (575) 921-3622. You can also donate to Roadrunner Food Bank online.
Dates, times and the location are from the Rotary Club of White Sands calendar and the Alamogordo Chamber of Commerce community calendar, as of 27 October 2026. Details can change, so check with the Rotary club before you go.