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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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?

Family Promise of Birmingham is one of only TWO shelters in North Central Alabama that serves families consisting of:

  • Husbands and wives with children

  • Men with children

  • Women with children - one must be a male child 10 years or older

  • 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:

  • No untreated mental health issues

  • No active domestic violence

  • 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

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PERMANENT STAFF

Family Promise of Birmingham

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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. 

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ERICA WHEELER

Day Center Support

Erica joined Family Promise of Birmingham in 2018. She helps our guests with transportation and maintains the Day Center.

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TARI WILLIAMS

Day Center Coordinator

Tari has helped our team tremendously by acting as the Day Center Coordinator since 2012.

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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:

     

    • Gas gift cards

    • Wal-Mart or Target gift cards

    • Publix gift cards

    • Trash bags

    • Paper towels

    • Bathroom Tissue

    • Buckets with cleaning supplies

    • Postage stamps

    • Copier paper

    • Laundry soap/dryer sheets/bleach

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    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.

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    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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