Free water distribution set for Thursday in Yuma County at American Legion Post 19

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) - Locals across Yuma County will have a chance to receive free water this Thursday as two local ministries prepare to distribute thousands of bottles to the public.

Starting at 7 a.m., Benevolence in Action Ministries and the Gethsemani Food Ministry will hand out five truckloads of water at American Legion Post 19.

Organizers say the effort is part of their ongoing commitment to support families and individuals across the region, continuing decades of outreach work throughout Yuma County.

“We’ve been doing pretty good ever since we started," Rev. Alex Montoya, a minister at Benevolence in Action Ministries, said. "The line gets around two or 300 cars sometimes… Every penny counts. Every penny counts.”

The free distribution is open to the public and water will be available on a first-come, first-served basis until supplies run out.

Organizers encourage residents to arrive early as previous events have drawn large crowds and high demand.

The ministries involved say they hope the event helps ease the burden for households during a time when basic needs continue to stretch family budgets.