River Region Needy Information Center

Montgomery, AL Information

You should find many areas and links for information on this website, including, food, shelter, clothing, financial assistance, help for the elderly, caregivers, assisted living, funeral cost, help paying bills such as utilities, water bill, power bill, electricity, gas etc. Also find help for all types of abuse and the abused. Other suggestions for helping the needy is welcome. May God Bless You This Day!

"211" refers to a free phone number that connects people to essential community services like housing assistance, food banks, mental health resources, and more, essentially acting as a hotline to access local support networks in your area; you can dial 211 to reach this service. Visit their webpage

Find Food Search using 25 mile radius - The Heart of Alabama Food Bank serves the 12-county river region in Central Alabama. Through our 200-plus partner agencies, we distributed over 27 million pounds of food to people in need
last year.

Vision of Grace Transition Home

Vision of Grace Transition Home 501c3 is a charitable non-profit service organization that provides homeless families in Montgomery, Alabama with shelter in a single family home since 2008. All utilities and expenses are paid by VOGTH, allowing families to save for the future.

We are committed to assisting local families with repositioning themselves back to a self-sustained life. Ninety-eight percent (98%) of our families are successful in reaching independence. We partner with other local organizations like Family Promise of Montgomery, Inc. to provide additional services such as financial planning and budgeting training, to ensure they understand the importance of money management and saving to deal with unexpected occurrences. Most importantly this prepares them for a smooth transition to their own home.

Families stay in our home an average of 4 to 5 months at no cost to them, with the exception of a nominal per month maintenance fee that begins at $25. Doing so gives them a firm footing on which to land, and become self-sustained again. Board members are seen here with children of one family assisted by our program. This was on our "back to school supplies giveaway day."

Help for the Homeless! This site offers many areas of help for the needy and homeless. Make this a priority to see! MACH’s Street Outreach program provides services and case management to those living on the streets or in places not meant for human habitation. Street outreach workers provide practical support and guidance to those sleeping rough or experiencing homelessness, helping them create support plans for themselves and encouraging them to participate in programs that enable them to be housed. The MACH staff is on call five days a week during business hours to respond to requests for assistance received directly by MACH and through the 2-1-1 Connects Call Center.

Salvation Army Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/salarmymontgomery/

HandsOn River Region was founded in 1974 as the Voluntary Action Center following a community-wide study conducted by the Junior League of Montgomery and the Community Council of the Montgomery Area United Way. Our goal is to grow capacity of area nonprofits through our five programs while providing coordinated, managed volunteerism to the community. Voluntary Action Centers evolved through the years, eventually merging with the Points of Light Foundation in 2007 to form the HandsOn Network of volunteer management agencies.

Beyond volunteer mobilization and management, HandsOn River Region also manages the 2-1-1 Information and Referral Helpline, coordinates regional disaster preparedness and response, collects and disseminate data to assist in providing services to combat homelessness, and operates the area’s largest Christmas charitable giving program.

Montgomery Community Action Agency combats poverty and advocates for self-sufficiency through programs and services which assist low-income citizens in the River Region.

Uncle Sam Helps the Needy USA.GOV - Learn how to apply for government programs for living expenses including food stamps (SNAP), welfare (TANF), rent assistance, Lifeline, LIHEAP etc.

Friendship Mission, Inc. (FMI) offers emergency shelter, food, other basic needs, and connections to resources to those in need. Since its 1996 founding, the work, the geographic and demographic reach, and the programmatic goals have all expanded and transformed to better serve those most in need.

FMI operates 365 days of the year. Constant community support throughout the year makes it possible to provide basic needs to those who have the least. The services reach far beyond providing shelter, we offer hope for a more stable life ahead. FMI connects its participants to resources so that they can learn to live independently in a home of their own.

Those who live at Friendship Mission, our resident clients, have up to 12 months to work with an FMI Case Manager to build a personal plan to self-sufficiency.

Find a Food Pantry near you. Searchable field for your location.

Meals on Wheels for the Elderly - Meals on Wheels Montgomery AL Metro Area helps homebound senior residents of Montgomery, AL Area 60 years or older receive a hot, nutritious meal 5 days a week. If you are aware of a senior who may be facing food insecurity, follow their link to learn more and fill out an application.

Goodwill - Help in Finding a Job! - I asked if AI if Goodwill's career services required payment.

No, Goodwill's career services are free. Goodwill's career centers offer personalized support to help job seekers. Services include (some locations do not offer these services):

• Job search support: Help finding jobs, filling out applications, and exploring new career paths
• Resume writing: Assistance with writing resumes
• Job training programs: Tuition-free programs that help individuals gain skills and certifications
• Career coaching: One-on-one coaching to help job seekers reach their goals
• Job placement assistance: Referrals to local employment opportunities

Check this out, day shelter, laundry/dryer, Food & Clothing.

• Why a Day Shelter ? By being a day shelter, it offers a place for individuals to seek refuge during the daytime when they might not have anywhere else to go. The center's primary goal is to provide support, care, and assistance to these individuals while they navigate their circumstances.

• How does it help the community? By providing essential services and care, it aims to uplift the lives of those who are struggling, ultimately contributing to the overall well-being of the community as a whole. We recognize that transformation starts with addressing immediate needs and establishing trust with the people we serve.
• Why build trust? Trust is fundamental to any community support initiative. By offering a safe space and essential resources, the Mercy House fosters a sense of reliability and dependability, encouraging individuals to seek assistance without hesitation.
• Being here helps keep us in-tune with Community needs: Being in close proximity to the community allows the Mercy House to gain valuable insights into the specific needs and challenges faced by the people we serve. We are a boots-on-the-ground organization. This proximity enables us to adapt and tailor our services to effectively address the unique circumstances of the community.
• Providing Essential Facilities: The Mercy House offers vital facilities that directly address the immediate, basic human needs of those it serves. The clothing closet ensures that individuals have access to clean and appropriate clothing, maintaining their dignity and self-esteem. The laundry/dryer units provide a means for individuals to wash and dry their clothes, promoting personal hygiene and comfort. We provide access to showers to help individuals freshen up, as well.
• Food Pantry: Hunger is a prevalent issue among individuals facing challenging circumstances. Our food pantry helps to alleviate immediate hunger, providing individuals with nourishment and sustenance, promoting their health and stability.
• A Springboard for Further Support: The Mercy House is not just a place of momentary relief but also a gateway to additional resources and support. By establishing trust and understanding the needs of the community, the center can effectively guide individuals towards other services and programs that can assist them in finding stable housing, employment, healthcare, or other essential support systems.

Check Out the Mercy House Facebook Site

New Walk of Life Church & Central Alabama Community Foundation - Dean Albritton Memorial Scholarship

(Open to graduating seniors from any high school in Autauga, Elmore or Montgomery County)
The Dean B. Albritton Memorial Scholarship was established by Dean’s husband and her four sons as a tribute to her remarkable legacy of faith. Her journey of faith is well documented in her books, Misplaced Heart and The Yellow Butterfly. Dean’s love of Christ made her passionate about ministry to the poor in her community and across the world. This scholarship honors Dean’s conviction that education is the pathway out of poverty and the doorway to a life of service to others.

The scholarship benefits graduating seniors at schools located in Autauga, Elmore, or Montgomery County. First consideration will be given to minority students associated with New Walk of Life Church in Montgomery. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

Application Requirements: High School Transcript, References, and Essay
Deadline: March 1

The Emergency Assistance Ministry provides limited financial and material assistance to families and individuals in times of crisis. Material assistance can be provided for food,clothing, furniture and appliances, household
items, and personal hygiene items.

Financial assistance is available for medicine, utilities, rent, and transportation. Emergency Assistance Ministry operates by appointment only. 

The Caring Center strives to provide services to individuals in need of spiritual, physical, and/or emotional support in the name of Jesus. Each week the Caring Center provides food, clothing, household items, furniture, and financial assistance to those in need.

Love Loud Montgomery - Forest Park Ministry is a cooperative effort of Montgomery Baptist Association churches to reach those in need of physical and spiritual needs. They seek to live out Proverbs 21:13.

Carastar Health is a public, nonprofit corporation providing comprehensive services to support evolving mental health needs across four counties in central Alabama: Montgomery, Autauga, Elmore, and Lowndes. We believe that mental health is the foundation of all health. We help ensure the best possible daily function of people within their community, while working to erase stigma. Carastar seeks to offer improved independence, encouragement, and hope.

Fees are charged for services provided. However, some individuals may qualify for a reduced fee based upon family income and size. Some insurances may be billed for eligible services.

RIVER REGION UNITED WAY is a locally-based nonprofit organization dedicated to identifying community needs, solving problems and strengthening communities in our five-county River Region.

We do this by being the Hand Raisers, the Change Makers and the Problem Solvers in the communities we serve. With our community partners, we work to create real, lasting change. We support community programs and initiatives that address community needs or gaps in services, and support our goal of preventing problems from happening in the first place.

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