Financial Stability & Career Development
At United Way of Central Alabama, we know financial stability is the foundation of a thriving community.
Yet across our region, many families struggle. One in five spend half their income on housing, and 18% of children live in poverty.
DonateWe promote financial stability through a range of services for individuals and families, including utility and rental assistance during times of crisis, housing counseling and access to affordable housing options. We also provide job training, career exploration and placement services, with tailored programs for people facing barriers like disability, limited education or age.
Financial Stability & Career Development Impact
people received financial counseling, job-relevant skill training and more in 2025
employment opportunities were created/provided for persons with disabilities in 2025
clients accessed legal assistance in 2025
tax returns were prepared by volunteers in 2025
families with children were served through Family Stability Services in 2025
Financial Stability & Career Development Solutions
Budgeting & Financial Planning
Help with budgeting and financial planning to help clients manage personal finances and avoid family destabilization and foreclosure.
Financial Assistance
Emergency financial aid for a wide variety of basic needs, including rent, mortgage, utilities, medical copays and childcare.
Financial Literacy Education
Free financial workshops that help both adults and youth manage their money and plan for the future.
Job Placement
Providing foot-in-the-door-jobs, as well as one-on-one coaching and connection to employers.
Job Training and Skills Development
GED test preparation, basic computer skills training and professional certification classes.
Job Transportation Assistance
Access to a number of low-cost transportation options, as well as bus passes, to help people get to work.
Resume Writing and Job Readiness
Resume writing and job-readiness assistance and coaching to improve employment prospects.
Success Planning and Career Prep for Youth
Personalized skills assessments, career mentoring, job exploration and coordinating occupational training in schools.
Volunteer Opportunities
Connecting individuals with a variety of volunteer opportunities to improve soft skills and grow experience.
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FINANCIAL STABILITY & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
Partners and Programs
A.G. Gaston Boys & Girls Club
helps at-risk youth through educational, recreational and leadership activities.
Alabama Goodwill Industries
Offers job training, sheltered employment, counseling and placement for persons with disabilities.
Aletheia House
Provides drug abuse prevention programs, treatment and affordable housing.
Arc of Central Alabama
serves adults, infants and toddlers with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Arc of Shelby County
services individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through intervention, advocacy, supported employment and family support.
Arc of Walker County
provides services for persons with cognitive, intellectual, and developmental disabilities and provides support to family and friends.
Birmingham Urban League
Provides training, basic skills, job placement assistance, housing counseling services and youth development programs.
Childcare Resources
serves as a central resource for families, childcare providers, and those seeking financial assistance.
Disability Rights and Resources
Empowers people with all disabilities to fully participate in the community, achieve independence and advocate for equal access.
Easterseals of the Birmingham Area
provides a variety of services to help individuals with disabilities and special needs in the five-county area.
Easterseals of West Central Alabama
provides workforce development opportunities for students in special education programs and adults with disabilities residing in Chilton County.
Gateway
Provides residential treatment program for adolescents, therapeutic foster care, family counseling, domestic violence intervention and more.
Glenwood
provides services for children, adolescents, adults and families who are affected by autism or a mental health disorder.
Greater Birmingham Habitat for Humanity
Works with low-income families and community partners to build quality, affordable houses.
Hispanic Interest Coalition of Alabama
Coordinates with community resources to provide transitional services and education to improve the lives of Latinos in Alabama.
Kelsey’s Place
Offers free GED prep classes.
The Literacy Council
Provides literacy information for children, adults and ESOL learners and volunteer tutors and organizes community and workplace initiatives.
Positive Maturity
Offers counseling, social, volunteer and employment opportunities for seniors, as well as in-home companions and prescription drug assistance.
United Ability
empowers individuals with disabilities to live full and meaningful lives through innovative educational, vocational and therapeutic services.
Workshops Empowerment
Offers work adjustment, vocational training and job placement to adults with disabilities.
Our Programs
Financial Stability is a fundamental need in order to improve the well-being of the community. United Way of Central Alabama is working in various roles by supporting programs, community partnerships and direct services — in our six county footprint, as well as across the state of Alabama — to help and support individuals to become financially stable. We do this by teaching financial empowerment skills and helping low-income people acquire stabilizing assets.