Crisis Response & Resource Support

United Way of Central Alabama connects people to

help in times of need.

United Way connects individuals to resources
for support and safety in times of need or crisis.
Some examples include housing assistance, disaster support and crisis intervention.

Our Impact in 2023

164,574

people connected to vital resources through our partners and call centers

28,503

2-1-1 Calls

18,510

Area Agency on Aging Calls

28,255

Crisis Center Calls

6,159

Clients received crisis support

5,796

Clients received emergency shelter

7,895

clients were assisted with disaster prevention

39,000

clients received information & referrals

1,947

Clients received temporary relief

5,659

clients received transportation

7,866

clients received clothing

12,100

clients received hygiene products


Partners & Programs

2-1-1 of Central Alabama
American Red Cross – Mid Alabama Region
Blount County Aid to Homeless Children (DHR)
Chilton County Emergency Assistance Center
Crisis Center
Daybreak – Family Resource Center of NW Alabama
Family Connection
Family Sunshine Center

Pathways
Safehouse of Shelby County
Salvation Army Birmingham Area Command
Salvation Army – Walker County
St. Clair County Department of Human Resources
Travelers Aid Society of Birmingham, Alabama
YWCA of Central Alabama


Latest News

Highlights from UWCA’s 2023 Annual Report

United Way of Central Alabama’s 100th year was one to remember.

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The ‘Invaluable’ Work of United Way 2-1-1 Specialists

United Way of Central Alabama 2-1-1 call specialists responded to more than 27,000 calls in 2023

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United Way of Selma-Dallas County receives $400K in donations for tornado relief

United Way of Selma-Dallas County has received donations for tornado relief that totaled almost $400,000.

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