Mobile Fire-Rescue's annual boot drive runs Thursday through Saturday at four stores. Last year it raised $20,000, split between Dumas Wesley and the MDA.

Mobile firefighters will be out with their boots at four stores from Thursday through Saturday, collecting for the Dumas Wesley Community Center and the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Mobile Fire-Rescue announced its annual Boot Drive on Tuesday. Firefighters will collect from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, Thursday, Nov. 12, through Saturday, Nov. 14, the department said in its announcement.

Where to find them

The department listed four donation spots:

  • Rouses in Spring Hill Shopping Center
  • Sam’s Club at Springdale Mall
  • Walmart on Schillinger Road
  • Walmart at Tillman’s Corner

Tillman’s Corner is about nine miles southwest of downtown Mobile.

Last year’s total

Last year’s drive raised $20,000, the department said. Dumas Wesley and the Muscular Dystrophy Association each received $10,000. Firefighters hope to build on that this year.

“Mobile Fire-Rescue is thrilled to continue the Boot Drive tradition,” Fire Chief Barry Glisson said. “We’re proud to engage with the public and accept generosity on behalf of our community partners Dumas Wesley and the Muscular Dystrophy Association, as they continue their missions to help those in need.”

Where the money goes

The Dumas Wesley Community Center is a nonprofit at 126 Mobile St. Its own website lists programs including a community food pantry, a clothing closet, transitional housing, utility assistance, senior and youth programs and an annual toy store.

“These funds help Dumas Wesley continue providing vital programs and services to the under-served individuals and families in our community,” Kate Carver, the center’s executive director, said in the department’s announcement. “Every donation, no matter the amount, helps us extend our reach and serve more people in need.”

Carver also thanked the Mobile Firefighters’ Foundation and everyone who gives to the drive.

What it means for you

  • When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 12, through Saturday, Nov. 14.
  • Where: the four stores above.
  • How: drop cash in a firefighter’s boot. The department’s announcement does not mention card payments, so bring cash if you want to give.
  • Can’t make it? Dumas Wesley takes gifts through the donate link on its website.

For more ways to spend the weekend around town, see things to do in Mobile.