City of North Miami to Host Community Food Distribution with Mayor Alix Desulme, Ed. D., and Local Partners
NORTH MIAMI, FL (January 14, 2026)
The City of North Miami, led by Mayor Alix Desulme, Ed.D., in partnership with Planet Harvest, Joshua’s Heart Foundation, and the Jewish Community Services of South Florida, will host a free community food distribution on Friday, January 16, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the North Miami Police Department, located at 700 NE 124 Street, North Miami, FL 33161.
The event is open to the public and will be conducted on a first-come, first-serve basis while supplies last. Families and individuals will receive free groceries as part of the City’s continued commitment to addressing food insecurity and supporting residents with essential resources.
“This food distribution is about meeting people where they are and making sure our residents have access to healthy food,” said Mayor Alix Desulme, Ed.D. “Through strong partnerships with organizations, such as Planet Harvest, Joshua’s Heart Foundation, and the Jewish Community Services of South Florida, that share the same values, we are able to come together and provide real support to families across North Miami.” The City encourages attendees to arrive early and plan accordingly to transport groceries safely. For more information, residents may contact 305-895-9815 or email cdesmarattes@NorthMiamiFL.gov.
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About the City of North Miami
North Miami is a suburban city located in northeast Miami-Dade County, Florida. It is roughly 10 miles (16 km) north of Miami. The city lies on Biscayne Bay which surrounds the Biscayne Bay Campus of Florida International University. North Miami is home to a diverse demographic of residents. With more than 64,000 residents, North Miami is the sixth largest city in Miami-Dade County. We are home to the Oleta River State Park; the largest urban park in the Florida State Park System and the nationally accredited Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA North Miami).