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SUMMARY:New Tax Volunteer Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Our community needs more tax prep volunteers. \nDemand for free tax preparation continues to grow\, and we need more volunteers to meet the need. Join our team for the 2026-2027 tax season and help individuals and families keep more of what they earn. Attend this volunteer information session to learn about available roles\, training requirements and how you can make a difference. \nInterested in becoming a tax-preparation volunteer? \nJoin us for a new volunteer information session\, and you will: \n\nMeet the United Way team.\nGain insight into the Free Tax Program’s impact on our community.\nLearn what it’s like to be a tax volunteer.\nTour our workspace.\nPre-register to reserve a seat for your preferred training date (before registration opens to the general public)\n\n  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/new-tax-volunteer-information-session-3/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Initiatives,Free Event,VITA
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ORGANIZER;CN="United Way of Central Alabama Financial Stability Services":MAILTO:workshopsmailbox@uwca.org
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SUMMARY:Free Financial Workshop: The Facts of Fair Housing
DESCRIPTION:Do you know your housing rights\, types of fair housing violations and how complaints are filed? Hear from a Fair Housing expert and gain an understanding of federal\, state and local fair housing laws. \nRegister for In-Person \nRegister for Zoom  \n 
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/free-financial-workshop-the-facts-of-fair-housing/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Financial Workshop
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SUMMARY:New Tax Volunteer Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Want to make a real difference in your community? Join us to learn how you can become a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteer with United Way of Central Alabama. Each year\, thousands of our neighbors rely on UWCA’s Free Tax Preparation program for trusted help with filing their taxes—and volunteers are the key to keeping this service free. \nAt this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nThe steps to becoming a certified VITA volunteer.\nHow to complete the IRS’s open book certification.\nThe many ways you can get involved—no accounting background required!\n\nIf you’re willing to learn and eager to help\, this is a great opportunity to provide valuable assistance to your community while gaining new skills. \n👉 Sign up today and take the first step toward becoming a VITA volunteer!
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/new-tax-volunteer-information-session-2/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Financial Stability,VITA
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SUMMARY:New Tax Volunteer Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Want to make a real difference in your community? Join us to learn how you can become a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteer with United Way of Central Alabama. Each year\, thousands of our neighbors rely on UWCA’s Free Tax Preparation program for trusted help with filing their taxes—and volunteers are the key to keeping this service free. \nAt this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nThe steps to becoming a certified VITA volunteer.\nHow to complete the IRS’s open book certification.\nThe many ways you can get involved—no accounting background required!\n\nIf you’re willing to learn and eager to help\, this is a great opportunity to provide valuable assistance to your community while gaining new skills. \n👉 Sign up today and take the first step toward becoming a VITA volunteer!
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/new-tax-volunteer-information-session/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:VITA
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ORGANIZER;CN="United Way Financial Stability Services":MAILTO:workshopsmailbox@uwca.org
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SUMMARY:The Facts of Fair Housing
DESCRIPTION:Know Your Rights: Free Fair Housing Workshop\nDo you know your rights as a renter or homebuyer? Join us for a free educational workshop led by a Fair Housing expert. This session will help you understand federal\, state and local fair housing laws—what they cover\, how to recognize violations and what to do if your rights are violated. \nTopics include:\n\nWho is protected under Fair Housing laws?\nWhat counts as housing discrimination or a reasonable accommodation?\nWhat are the legal responsibilities of landlords and tenants?\nWhy is having a written lease essential?\n\nGuest Speaker: Lila Hackett\, Executive Director\, Center for Fair Housing\nBring your questions—and your lunch!This is a brown bag event. Everyone is welcome.
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/the-facts-of-fair-housing/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Financial Stability,Free Financial Workshop,Homelessness Prevention
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SUMMARY:Home Sweet Home Dessert Drive
DESCRIPTION:The United Way Area Agency on Aging (UWAAA) Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program needs your help to sweeten the holidays for Boarding Home residents in Jefferson County! \nHome “Sweet” Home for the Holidays is an opportunity to provide a special treat to those who are not able to be with their loved ones this holiday season.  Volunteers are needed to DONATE desserts for the 40 participating boarding homes across the county. \nYou can drop off store-bought cakes\, cookies\, and pies beginning TUESDAY\, DECEMBER 17th thru WEDNESDAY\, DECEMBER 18th between 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Alice Williams Building\, Room 102. \nWe know the holidays can get busy and finding the time to drop off donations may become a juggling act! We will also be accepting donations using any grocery delivery service such as Instacart\, Shipt or Walmart if accessible.  If you are dropping off your treat\, please be sure to complete the donation form located on the documents tab of this opportunity. \nPlease register NOW to let us know if you are planning to donate items for our Boarding Home Residents!
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/home-sweet-home-dessert-drive/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Senior Support
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SUMMARY:Free Financial Workshop: Learn How to Avoid Financial Scams and Fraud
DESCRIPTION:Navigating financial decisions can be tough\, especially with scammers and cybercriminals trying to exploit you. Each year\, billions of dollars are lost to scams and fraud. Equip yourself with the knowledge to safeguard your money by attending this essential workshop. You’ll learn: \n\nHow to identify scam warning signs\nStrategies to prevent identity theft and other financial threats\nSteps to take if you suspect fraud\n\nJoin us to empower yourself with the tools to protect your finances. \nClick below to register:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttend In Person\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttend Online\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nHaving trouble registering? Contact workshopsmailbox@uwca.org. \n 
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/free-financial-workshop-learn-how-to-avoid-financial-scams-and-fraud/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Financial Stability,Free Financial Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240510T130000
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SUMMARY:Seniors and Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Older American’s Month\, “Powered By Connection” by attending our Community Education event on Seniors and Mental Health. \nSeniors and Mental Health\, presented by United Way Area Agency on Aging\,\nwill explore the importance of mental health on our senior population\, recognize the barriers in accessing counseling and provide you with resources to help aging adults with mental health needs. \n1.25 CEU Credits for Social Workers and Counselors. \nThis is a free event and lunch will be provided. Space is limited and you must register to attend.
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/seniors-and-mental-health/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240220T123000
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SUMMARY:Homebuying 101 Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Attend In Person \nAttend Online \n  \nHaving trouble registering? Contact workshopsmailbox@uwca.org.
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/homebuying-101-workshop/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Financial Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231030T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231030T160000
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SUMMARY:"Exploring Ageism" Training
DESCRIPTION:United Way Area Agency on Aging (UWAAA) invites you to attend a FREE informative training on “Exploring Ageism.” Learn about what Ageism is\, how it impacts our thoughts on aging\, the impact of services for seniors and residents’ rights in long-term care. \nRefreshments will be served.\nCEUs are pending upon approval.   \n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/exploring-ageism-training/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231017T123000
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SUMMARY:Credit 101
DESCRIPTION:Whether attempting to obtain a loan or credit card\, getting utilities in your name\, or even applying for employment\, a vital component of your financial life is understanding credit and your credit report. To feel confident and competent in understanding how credit works\, join us to get answers to the following questions: \n\nWhat are the benefits of having good credit?\nWhat is a good credit score?\nHow is a credit score determined?\nWhat are the best steps to take to improve your credit score?\nAnd much more…\n\nSpeaker:\nPeter Bevel\nAssistant Vice President\nBranch Manager\nSouth State Bank \n  \nRegister to attend in-person here. \nRegister to attend online here. \n  \nHaving trouble registering? Contact workshopsmailbox@uwca.org.
URL:https://www.uwca.org/event/credit-101/
LOCATION:United Way of Central Alabama Alice Williams Building\, 3620 8th Avenue South\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
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