Birmingham
Birmingham
Freeshare Assistance Directory
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You are not alone. We're in this together.
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Prayer Groups
There is power in prayer and in the love of Jesus Christ..
Meet new people, and build lasting relationships that help us grow together.
"6 Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee."
-Dueteronomy 31:6
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1. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 3775 Crosshaven Dr Birmingham, AL 35223
1st Wednesday 10:00 A.M., Kirkwood By the River, Cahaba Room
Remaining Wednesdays 10:00, Carpenter Hall at St Stephens, 2nd Floor
Facilitator: Louise Meredith 205/970-1892 cell, 529-7080 home, calli.meredith@gmail.com
2. St. Mary's-On-the-Highlands Episcopal 1910 12th Avenue S., Birmingham, AL 35205
Facilitator: John Kennedy
Please email kennedy@uabmc.edu before visiting for the first time to confirm meeting time and location.
3. Independent Presbyterian Church 3100 Highland Av S. Birmingham, AL 35205
Wednesdays 5:15 P.M., in the Prayer Room on the ground floor.
Facilitator: Rowena Macnab 205/862-1829 rowmac1@gmail.com
4. All Saints Episcopal Church 110 W Hawthorne Rd, Birmingham, AL 35209
Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:00 P.M., Jackson-Thorpe Room
Facilitators: Beverly Brasell 205/335-9114 brasellbj@bellsouth.net and
Joseph Slane 205/612-8707 joeslane@att.net
5. Prince of Peace Catholic Church 4600 Preserve Parkway Hoover, AL 35226
Mondays 9:30 A.M. in the St. Martin Room
Facilitator: Ken Wade 205/933-3695 Office; 205/822-4776 Hm. kjwade07@gmail.com
6. Shades Valley Presbyterian Church (SVPC) 2305 Montevallo Road, Birmingham, AL 35223
Wednesdays 5:00 P.M. in the 2nd floor Prayer Room
Facilitator: Deb Baragona 205/245-3007 baragonad@aol.com
1stWednesday 10:00, Cahaba Room
Remaining Wednesdays 11:15, Chapel
Facilitator: Elizabeth Downs and Will Hunt
Contact People: Richard Hanna 205/410-5069 Richardhanna1@aol.com and
Anna James 205/447-0214 annabjames@gmail.com
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Food Pantry & Soup Kitchens
And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me
shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst. John 6:35
Gods Holy Spirit works through the love of his children. He will never leave us, for he is in us and brings us together.
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Pathways
*Offers Food, Meals & Support offered as well as shelters and transitional housing.
Contact:
409 North richard Arrington Boulevard
Birmingham
205-322-6854
Greater Birmingham Ministries
*Food Boxes For The First 50 Families
Hours of Operation: Every Friday @ 9AM
https://gbm.org/
2304 12th Ave N
Birmingham
205-326-6821
Church Of The Reconciler
*Offers support for obtaining food stamps, and offers free lunches and snacks. Free clothing.
Contact:
112 14th St N
Birmingham AL 35203
205-324-6402
Hours
Mon-Thur @ 8AM-9:30AM BREAKFAST
Sundays @ 8AM SNACK/BREAKFAST - LUNCH @ 12PM
Mon-Fri @ 3:00 PM Sack Lunch
Office Hours: Mon-Thurs 9AM - 12PM
Urban Ministry
*Offers compassionate programs that include food, shelter, public service assistance, integrity programs, health and welfare programs, education, and community development.
Contact:
http://urban-ministry.org/
1229 Cotton Avenue, SW
Birmingham, AL 35211
205-781-0517
Hours: Monday-Friday 9AM - 4 PM
Eastern Area Christian Ministries
*Offers food and clothing aid for families in crisis situations
800 2nd Avenue S
Birmingham
205-836-9932
Bridge Ministries
*Emergency lodging, direct emergency assistance, help with rent & utilities, dental care, glasses, prescription drugs, and medical goods. non perishable food and personal hygeine products.
Contact:
www.bridgeministriesham.org
1016 19th St S
Birmingham
205-930-0309
Highlands United Methodist Church
*Light Breakfast Monday-Saturday 9AM - 10AM
Contact:
www.highlandsumc.net
1045 20th St S
Birmingham
205-933-8751
Independant Presbyterian Church
*Food Boxes @ 6 Month Intervals. Need Picture ID. Need Appointment. Leave message after 9AM on Monday Only.
Contact:
http://ipc-usa.org
3100 Highland Ave
Birmingham, AL
205-933-1830
St Andrews Episcopal Church - Community Kitchens
*Serving hot meals 5 days a week. Monday-Saturday 12 Noon-1:00 PM, hot lunch inside.
Contact:
1024 12th St S
Birmingham
205-251-7898
Grace Episcopal Church Soup Kitchen
* Serves Lunch every day 1pm to 2pm in Parish Hall.
Food Pantry Distributes Bags of Groceries 3-4 times a month to families in need.
Clothing Free of Charge
Emergency Shelter
Contact:
www.birminghammaidsoutreach.org/services
205 32nd Street South Ste 101
Birmingham AL
205-322-4197
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Housing Assistance
"God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." - Psalms 46:1
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AIDS Alabama
*Only accessible to those who have AIDS|HIV+
Programs Include: Counseling, Outreach, Housing Assistance, Rental And Utility Bill Assistance, and Referrals To Other Government Programs & Local Charities.
Contact:
3521 7th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL
324-9822
Metro West
*Low Income Housing, Financial Assistance & Referrals
Contact:
6124 Myron Massey Blvd
Fairfield, AL
923-1545
Monday, Wednesday, or Friday Morning.
Birmingham Housing Authority
*Section 8 Housing Voucher Assistance Program, Rent, Foreclosure & Housing Counseling, & Family Program
Contact:
521-0652
Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HDRP)
*Ran by Jefferson County Office of Community Development
Contact:
205-325-5761
The Salvation Army
*Low Income Housing Assistance, Resources For The Homeless, Rent Assistance including Shelters For Children, Women, and Men.
Contact:
Bessemer 425-4303
Shelby County Corps 663-7105
Details & Referrals 328-5656
Project Success Ministries
*Offers Financial Assistance Programs & Other Aid Including Counseling, Job Training, Rent, Mortgage Help & A Food Pantry.
Contact:
252-3165
Jefferson County Housing Authority
*Inquire About Current Federal & State of Alabama Housing Programs
Includes Section 8 Housing Vouchers in Alabama, Supportive Housing & Shelters, and General Counseling.
Contact:
849-0123 Ext 1314
Alethia House Men's Services
*Support for substance abuse, counseling, training, employment assistance, transportation, housing assistance.
Contact:
201 Finley Ave West
Birmingham
205-324-6502
Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM
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Rental & Utility Bill Assistance
"Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will
quickly appear; then your righteousness will go before you, and the
glory of the Lord will be your rear guard. Then you will call, and the
Lord will answer; you will cry for help, and he will say: Here am I." - Isaiah 58:8
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AIDS Alabama
*Only accessible to those who have AIDS|HIV+
Programs Include: Counseling, Outreach, Housing Assistance, Rental And Utility Bill Assistance, and Referrals To Other Government Programs & Local Charities.
Contact:
3521 7th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL
324-9822
Greater Birmingham Ministries
*Helps with rent, morgage, and other housing expenses
Contact:
205-326-6821
SSVF from Family Endeavors
*Offers The Following Services to Veterans & Families.
Homelessness Prevention, Emergency Rent Help, Stabilization Services, VA Benefits, Emergency Financial Assistance or Loans to Pay Rent, And Access Low Income Housing Units. Outreach & Case Management is Offered.
Helpline Christian Outreach Ministries Inc
*Apply for help paying rent and other expenses
8 Roebuck Drive
Birmingham, AL
833-7712
The Salvation Army
*Low Income Housing Assistance, Resources For The Homeless, Rent Assistance including Shelters For Children, Women, and Men.
Contact:
Bessemer 425-4303
Shelby County Corps 663-7105
Details & Referrals 328-5656
Project Success Ministries
*Offers Financial Assistance Programs & Other Aid Including Counseling, Job Training, Rent, Mortgage Help & A Food Pantry.
Contact:
252-3165
Urban Ministry Inc
*Emergency Financial Assistance For Rent & Referrals To Other Programs
Contact:
781-0517
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
*Housing Assistance for Low to Moderate Income Individuals & Families. Includes Mortgage and loan insurance as well as monthly rent supplements.
Contact:
950 22nd Street North Birmingham, Alabama
731-2630
Jefferson country Committee for economic Opportunity (JCCEO)
*Substance Abuse Programs, Financial Assistance & Various Community Programs Offered.
Contact:
www.jcceo.org
300 8th Avenue West
Birmingham AL 35204
205-327-7500
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Shelters & Outreach Programs
"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." -Psalms 46:1
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Jefferson County Housing Authority
*Inquire About Current Federal & State of Alabama Housing Programs
Includes Section 8 Housing Vouchers in Alabama, Supportive Housing & Shelters, and General Counseling.
Contact:
https://www.jcha.com/
Pathways Inc Day Center
*Shelter for women & children, includes hot meals, showers, laundry facilities, and clothing.
Contact:
www.pathwayshome.org
409 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd N
Birmingham
205-322-6854
The Salvation Army
*Low Income Housing Assistance, Resources For The Homeless, Rent Assistance including Shelters For Children, Women, and Men.
Contact:
Bessemer 425-4303
Shelby County Corps 663-7105
Details & Referrals 328-5656
Pathways
*Food, Meals & Support offered as well as shelters and transitional housing.
Contact:
409 North richard Arrington Boulevard
Birmingham
205-322-6854
Firehouse Ministries
*Transitional Housing and Shelters For Those Who Are Homeless And Help To Get Permanent Housing. Includes Meals & Other Recovery Services To Help.
Contact:
1501 3rd Ave N
Birmingham, AL 35203
205-252-9571
Urban Ministry
*Offers compassionate programs that include food, shelter, public service assistance, integrity programs, health and welfare programs, education, and community development.
Contact:
http://urban-ministry.org/
1229 Cotton Avenue, SW
Birmingham, AL 35211
205-781-0517
Hours: Monday-Friday 9AM - 4 PM
Hanna Bethany Home - Womens Homeless Shelter
* Shelter, Clothing, Referral to Transport, Group and Individual Counseling For Women in Need Who Can Recieve Shelter.
Contact:
1615 Cullom Street South
Birmingham, AL 35205
205-930-0144
Interfaith Shelter (YWCA)
*Shelter & Support Services & Assistance To Recieve A Place To Call Home
309 23rd Street North
Birmingham, AL 35203
205-322-9922
Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30AM-5:30PM
Jimmie Hale Mission Shepura Mens Center
*Mens Shelter, Dining Room, Clothing, Chapel Services, Recovery Program, Learning Center, Career Prep
Contact:
3420 2nd Ave N
Birmingham
205-324-2271
Lovelady Center
*Transitional Housing & Support. Includes A Prison Re-Entry Program For Women.
Contact:
http://loveladycenter.com
7916 2nd Avenue South
Birmingham
205-951-9230
Hours: Mon-Fri 9AM to 5PM
Old Firehouse Shelter
*Men only overnight Accommodation and education programs. Men can meet with a caseworker to develop a life plan.
Contact:
www.firehouseshelter.com
1501 3rd Avenue North
Birmingham
205-252-9571
Hours: Mon - Sun 6AM - 7PM
St Annes Home
*Womens Shelter and rehabilitation program for those suffering addiction.
Contact:
www.stanneshome.org
2772 Hanover Circle
Birmingham
205-933-2402
Changed Lives Christian Center
*Transitional Housing & Aftercare For Recovery & Re-entry Programs. Wholesome meals provided, and transportation services.
Contact:
http://cl-cc.org
1308 26th Ave N
Birmingham
205-521-6421
First Light Shelter
*Women & Children Emergency Shelter & Program
Contact:
www.firstlightshelter.org
2230 Fourth Ave N
Birmingham
205-323-4277
AIDS Alabama
*Only accessible to those who have AIDS|HIV+
Programs Include: Counseling, Outreach, Housing Assistance, Rental And Utility Bill Assistance, and Referrals To Other Government Programs & Local Charities.
Contact:
3521 7th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL
324-9822
SSVF from Family Endeavors
*Offers The Following Services to Veterans & Families.
Homelessness Prevention, Emergency Rent Help, Stabilization Services, VA Benefits, Emergency Financial Assistance or Loans to Pay Rent, And Access Low Income Housing Units. Outreach & Case Management is Offered.
Bridge Ministries
*Emergency lodging, direct emergency assistance, help with rent & utilities, dental care, glasses, prescription drugs, and medical goods. non perishable food and personal hygeine products.
Contact:
www.bridgeministriesham.org
1016 19th St S
Birmingham
205-930-0309
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Financial Assistance, Legal Assistance & Grants
Fear
thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I
will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee
with the right hand of my righteousness. -Isaiah 41:10
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Bridge Ministries Inc.
*One Time Financial Assistance & Grants For Emergencies
Contact:
930-0309
Legal Services Alabama
*Assistance can deal with evictions from private and public housing, disputes over security deposits, and filing claims for government benefits such as section 8 vouchers or social security disability.
Contact:
205-328-3540
SSVF from Family Endeavors
*Offers The Following Services to Veterans & Families.
Homelessness Prevention, Emergency Rent Help, Stabilization Services, VA Benefits, Emergency Financial Assistance or Loans to Pay Rent, And Access Low Income Housing Units. Outreach & Case Management is Offered.
Project Success Ministries
*Offers Financial Assistance Programs & Other Aid Including Counseling, Job Training, Rent, Mortgage Help & A Food Pantry.
Contact:
252-3165
Urban Ministry Inc
*Emergency Financial Assistance For Rent & Referrals To Other Programs
Contact:
781-0517
Hearth Homeless Prevention
*Offering grants for rent or legal mediation, paying security deposits, homeless shelters, providing motel vouchers in addition to money for first months rent.
Contact:
205-201-7555
Birmingham Volunteer Lawyers Program
*Offers free legal aid and services for civil matters. This includes disctimination or unsafe apartment matters.
205-250-5198
Travelers Aid Birmingham
*Financial Assistance For Relocation & Support
Contact:
www.travelersaidbirmingham.org
1605 5th Avenue North
Birmingham
205-322-5426
Hours: Mon-Fri 8A
Jefferson County Committee for Economic Opportunity (JCCEO)
*Substance Abuse Programs, Financial Assistance & Various Community Programs Offered.
Contact:
www.jcceo.org
300 8th Avenue West
Birmingham AL 35204
205-327-7500
Referrals To Government Programs & Local Charities
AIDS Alabama
*Only accessible to those who have AIDS|HIV+
Programs Include: Counseling, Outreach, Housing Assistance, Rental And Utility Bill Assistance, and Referrals To Other Government Programs & Local Charities.
Contact:
3521 7th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL
324-9822
Mental & Physical Health
Cahaba Valley Healthcare
*Providing Access to Quality Health Care (Low Cost or Free)
Contact:
www.cahabavalleyhealthcare.org
Southlake Parkway Suite 150
Birmingham
205-991-8771
Hours: Tues-Fri 8AM to 5PM
Neighborhood House
Contact:
5001 1st Avenue North
Birmingham AL
205-591-6540
Bridge Ministries
*Emergency lodging, direct emergency assistance, help with rent & utilities, dental care, glasses, prescription drugs, and medical goods. non perishable food and personal hygeine products.
Contact:
www.bridgeministriesham.org
1016 19th St S
Birmingham
205-930-0309
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Assistance For Those With Children
Blessed [is] the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is. -Jeremiah 17:7
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Childcare Resources
*Assists in the financial support of childcare and in informing parents.
Contact:
www.ccr-bhm.org
1904 1st Avenue North
Birmingham
205-252-1991
YWCA Child Care
*Low Cost Child Daycare
Contact:
www.ywcabham.org
309 North 23rd Street
Birmingham, AL 35203
205-322-9922
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Clothing, Household & Furniture
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Eastern Area Christian Ministries
*Offers food and clothing aid for families in crisis situations
Contact:
800 2nd Avenue S
Birmingham
205-836-9932
Jimmie Hale Mission Shepura Mens Center
*Mens Shelter, Dining Room, Clothing, Chapel Services, Recovery Program, Learning Center, Career Prep
Contact:
3420 2nd Ave N
Birmingham
205-324-2271
Church Of The Reconciler
*Offers support for obtaining food stamps, and offers free lunches and snacks. Free clothing.
Contact:
112 14th St N
Birmingham AL 35203
205-324-6402
Greater Birmingham Ministries
*Clothing Assistance Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 9AM to 1PM only
Contact:
205-326-6821
Highlands United Methodist Church
*Clothing including pants, shirts, socks, underwear, and shoes.
Contact:
www.fivepointschurch.org
1045 South 20th Street
Birmingham
Tuesdays and Thursdays 9AM to 10AM
23rd Street Baptist Church South
*Free Clothing
331 23rd Street South
Birmingham
205-251-1752
Southside Baptist Church
*Free Clothing
Subject:
1016 19th Street South
Birmingham
205-933-8381
Free Clothing Tuesdays 7:30AM
(Provide Picture ID and Proof Of Residency @ The Door)
Catholic Center Of Concern
*Free Clothing Thursdays 9AM-2:30PM - Supply Limited
(Bring ID & Utility Bill or Referral From Agency)
Contact:
www.bhmdiocese.org
712 4th Ct W
Birmingham
205-786-4388
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Counseling
"My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments."-Proverbs 3:1-35
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Jefferson County Housing Authority
*Inquire About Current Federal & State of Alabama Housing Programs
Includes Section 8 Housing Vouchers in Alabama, Supportive Housing & Shelters, and General Counseling.
Project Success Ministries
*Offers Financial Assistance Programs & Other Aid Including Counseling, Job Training, Rent, Mortgage Help & A Food Pantry.
Contact:
252-3165
Rehabilitation From Addictions | Friendly Support & Services
Jimmie Hale Mission Shepura Mens Center
*Mens Shelter, Dining Room, Clothing, Chapel Services, Recovery Program, Learning Center, Career Prep
Contact:
3420 2nd Ave N
Birmingham
205-324-2271
Fellowship House
*Offers a low cost friendly substance abuse recovery program designed to meet the needs of each individual suffering from alcohol or drug addiction. Meals provided. Transitional accomodation provided. (Be sure to check out the financial grants section to use if in need. <3)
www.fshbhm.org
1625 12th Ave South
Birmingham
205-933-2430
Althia House Women and Childrens Services
*Womens only outpatient substance abuse program designed to address specific needs and offer care and support for women and children.
Contact:
512 7th Ave S
Birmingham AL 35204
205-279-3999
Hours: Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM
Jefferson country Committee for economic Opportunity (JCCEO)
*Substance Abuse Programs, Financial Assistance & Various Community Programs Offered.
Contact:
www.jcceo.org
300 8th Avenue West
Birmingham AL 35204
205-327-7500
Brother Bryan Mission
*Addiction Recovery Program With Lots Of Prayer & Loving Support, Transitional Housing and Food.
Contact:
https://bbmission.com/
1616 2nd Ave N
Birmingham
205-322-0092
Mon-Friday 9AM - 5PM
Bread & Food Available 10AM
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Find A Career You Love
"Keep thy heart with all diligence;
for out of it are the issues of life." -Proverbs 4:23
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Project Success Ministries
*Offers Financial Assistance Programs & Other Aid Including Counseling, Job Training, Rent, Mortgage Help & A Food Pantry.
Contact:
252-3165
Jimmie Hale Mission Shepura Mens Center
*Mens Shelter, Dining Room, Clothing, Chapel Services, Recovery Program, Learning Center, Career Prep
Contact:
3420 2nd Ave N
Birmingham
205-324-2271
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