Mobile Firefighters Rally to Support the

Dumas Wesley Community Center and Muscular Dystrophy Association

Mobile, AL – From Thursday, November 12 through Saturday, November 14, 2026, Mobile Fire-Rescue will host its annual Boot Drive Fundraiser, benefitting the Dumas Wesley Community Center and the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Mobile firefighters will be stationed across the city collecting donations to support the work of both organizations.

“Mobile Fire-Rescue is thrilled to continue the Boot Drive tradition,” said Chief Barry Glisson, Fire Chief with Mobile Fire-Rescue. “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.”

Last year, Mobile Fire-Rescue raised $20,000 through the Annual Boot Drive, providing $10,000 each to Dumas Wesley and the Muscular Dystrophy Association. This year, firefighters hope to build on that success with continued support from the Mobile community.

“We are incredibly grateful to Mobile Fire-Rescue, the Mobile Firefighters’ Foundation and everyone who contributes to the Annual Boot Drive,” said Kate Carver, Executive Director of the Dumas Wesley Community Center. “These funds help Dumas Wesley continue providing vital programs and services to the under-served individuals and families in our community. Every donation, no matter the amount, helps us extend our reach and serve more people in need.”

Donation Locations (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.):

• Rouses in Spring Hill Shopping Center

• Sam’s Club at Springdale Mall

• Walmart on Schillinger Road

• Walmart at Tillman’s Corner

For more information about the Annual Boot Drive or to schedule an interview, please contact Captain Steven Millhouse (MFRDMedia@cityofmobile.gov) or Joni Hendee, Marketing and Public Relations Director at jhendee@dumaswesley.org or 251-479-0649.