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Calling all Birmingham foodies!
On Thursday, April 24, your next meal out can do more than just satisfy your cravings—it can help fight HIV in Alabama. Dining Out For Life is back for its 16th year, and all you have to do is eat at one of the many participating restaurants to make an impact.
Read on for everything you need to know, including which restaurants are joining the fight against HIV, why it matters and how to participate.
What is Dining Out for Life?
Each year, Dining Out For Life unites cities across the country for one purpose: to support people living with or affected by HIV.
Locally, AIDS Alabama partners with Birmingham restaurants to raise money and awareness for critical services like:
- Medical care
- PrEP + other prevention efforts
- Housing
- Support groups
- Advocacy
Dine out at these local restaurants on April 24
For every meal served at a participating restaurant on April 24, a portion of your bill helps fund community-based programs supporting those impacted by HIV right here in the South.
- When: Thursday, April 24, between 7AM-10PM
This year’s event is bigger than ever, with an amazing lineup of Birmingham restaurants stepping up to the plate, including:
- Alicia’s Coffee Shop
- Big Bad Breakfast (Homewood)
- Bottega Café
- Chez FonFon
- El Barrio
- Frothy Monkey (Homewood + Downtown)
- The Mayor
- Rojo
- Slice Pizza & Brew (Crestline, Vestavia, Homewood + Lakeview)
- + more!
Exclusive pop-up dinner: Ocean is hosting an Asian-inspired pop-up dinner from 5:30–9PM in their newly renovated courtyard, complete with themed dishes made just for the event. Reservations are required, just call (205) 933-0999.
Find the full list of participating restaurants here.
Why it matters
It’s more important than ever to join the fight against HIV in Alabama.
Here are five reasons to mark your calendars for Thursday, April 24:
- Federal funding gaps put services at risk—your support fills the gap
- Access to care is vital, especially for underserved communities
- HIV rates are most prominent in the South—Alabama needs our help
- Support local restaurants still recovering from the pandemic + economic challenges
- Spark conversations to reduce stigma, raise awareness + save lives
Plus, you can even win free meals! By simply making a donation to AIDS Alabama, all diners are entered to win free meals from participating restaurants.
“This event is essential to our mission—it helps fill the funding gaps where federal support falls short. Every dollar raised goes directly toward providing housing, healthcare, education, prevention and outreach for individuals affected by HIV across Alabama. These funds ensure we can continue offering critical services like medical care, support groups, case management and advocacy to those who need it most.”
Gina Mallisham, Director of Development, AIDS Alabama
Volunteer as a table captain or ambassador
Want to go beyond the meal? You can make a bigger impact by signing up as:
- Ambassador: Greet guests, spread awareness, collect donations + rock a Dining Out For Life apron
- Table Captain: Rally your friends to dine out and encourage donations
Sign up as an ambassador or table captain here. If you have questions or want more information, contact Gina Mallisham at gina.mallisham@aidsalabama.org.
Ready to make an impact? Mark your calendar for Thursday, April 24, grab your crew + plan a meal at one of Birmingham’s participating restaurants benefitting AIDS Alabama.
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