Serving families with children who are experiencing homelessness, on the brink of homelessness, and those who have found housing and/or are transitioning back to self-sufficiency.
About Us
A FOCUS ON PREVENTION
Family Promise  is the nation’s leading organization working to prevent and end family homelessness.
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Ending homelessness means investing in homelessness prevention – that is, stopping people from becoming homeless to begin with. This involves a change in the way we think about homelessness. Rather than managing the problem through emergency services, such as soup kitchens and shelters, it makes more sense to intervene before the loss of housing occurs, or if someone does experience homelessness, to get them stably housed as quickly as possible.
PREVENTION MATTERS
Episodes of homelessness have a direct, measurable impact on our children. Children who experience homelessness are:
More than 40% of Americans are a $400 expense away from financial distress.
The threat of crisis looms too closely for many families. Preventing families from spiraling into homelessness is an essential aspect of the Family Promise mission.
Notes of Gratitude
THE FOLLOWING SENTIMENTS COME FROM FAMILIES WE'VE SERVED
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Stories of Hope
Watch the video below to learn more about the transformational power of your donations.
DONATE OR VOLUNTEER
The problem of homelessness is complex. You can make a difference in the lives of our families by making a donation or by becoming a volunteer.
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NEED HELP?
Call: (205) 918-0246
Family Promise of Birmingham is one of only TWO shelters in North Central Alabama that serves families consisting of:
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Husbands and wives with children
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Men with children
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Women with children - one must be a male child 10 years or older
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Guardians with Children
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Families must be capable of participating in a family environment supervised by volunteers. There is absolutely no fee for services. All adults must pass a thorough criminal background screening, as well as a drug test. Other criteria include:
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No untreated mental health issues
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No active domestic violence
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Interviews and intakes are completed Monday-Friday from 7:30 am until 2:00 pm by appointment only. We are not an emergency shelter - meaning families do not move in the same day as inquiry phone call.
​To make a referral, complete a phone interview, or for more information, please call Rana Cowan at 205-918-0246, or email director@familypromisebham.org
PERMANENT STAFF
Family Promise of Birmingham
RANA COWAN, LBSW
Executive Director/
Social Worker
Rana is a graduate of the University of Montevallo’s School of Social Work. She has been with us since we opened in 1998. She is the first and last point of contact for guests and those seeking help to avoid homelessness.
ERICA WHEELER
Day Center Support
Erica joined Family Promise of Birmingham in 2018. She helps our guests with transportation and maintains the Day Center.
TARI WILLIAMS
Day Center Coordinator
Tari has helped our team tremendously by acting as the Day Center Coordinator since 2012.
THE
BOARD
Drew Smith, President
Claire Hardesty, Vice President
Brenda Tidwell, Treasurer
Keith Harrelson
Elizabeth Hayes
Tom Lamkin
Pamela Marsh
David Reese
Greg Rhodes
Jean Roberson
Natalie Arendall
Preston Hairell
Anne Catherine Hairell
Dr. Rosemary Fisk
Dr. Matt Matlock
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HOW TO HELP
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Your help and donations are crucial to allow Family Promise to continue to make a difference in the lives of homeless families.
Ask your congregation to become active and involved with Family Promise.
Volunteer at one of the Host Congregations.
Make a financial donation now.
Become a Sponsor.
Support, sponsor and attend our fundraising activities.
Family Promise of Birmingham
P.O. Box 531233
Birmingham, Alabama 35253
Phone: (205) 918-0246
E-mail: director@familypromisebham.org
WISH LIST
We are always in need of the following:
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Gas gift cards
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Wal-Mart or Target gift cards
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Publix gift cards
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Trash bags
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Paper towels
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Bathroom Tissue
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Buckets with cleaning supplies
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Postage stamps
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Copier paper
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Laundry soap/dryer sheets/bleach
HELP US CHANGE THE WORLD
Make an Impact
We wouldn’t be able to run Family Promise of Birmingham without the generous contributions from donors across the globe. Your support has the power to immediately make a difference in someone’s life. All of your support goes towards making a difference, so every penny counts. We look forward to working together and changing the world.
Get in touch with
Family Promise of Birmingham
Mailing Address: PO Box 531233, Birmingham Al 35253
Street Address: 1016 19th St South
Birmingham, AL - United States 35205
Phone: (205) 918-0246
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