Get Involved

Birmingham’s challenges are real, but so is its movement for progress. If you believe in equity, community, and possibility, there are real ways to plug in and make a difference. From volunteering to advocacy, here’s how you can get involved in building a stronger Birmingham.

Volunteer Your Time

Lend your skills and time to local nonprofits and grassroots organizations making an impact.

• The Dannon Project – Support reentry programs through mentoring, tutoring, or job prep.

• Jones Valley Teaching Farm – Volunteer in youth programs or urban gardening.

• Urban Ministry – Help with food distribution, housing repair, and youth services.

• Black Voters Matter – Alabama Chapter – Volunteer during voter registration drives and local events.

 Donate or Fund Local Initiatives

Invest in organizations and leaders that reflect Birmingham’s future.

• Choose monthly giving to small nonprofits. Even $10 a month can make a difference.

• Contribute to crowdfunding campaigns that directly support families, students, and small businesses.

• Partner with local mutual aid networks that support food access, housing, and transportation.

 Attend Local Events & Town Halls

• Show up to school board meetings, city council forums, or community cleanups — your presence speaks volumes.

• Join neighborhood associations or civic clubs that align with your interests.

• Support cultural events that celebrate Birmingham’s diversity and history.

Advocate for Change

• Stay informed via local outlets like Birmingham Watch, AL.com’s Black Experience, and WBHM Public Radio.

• Share accurate information about issues like police reform, education, gentrification, and housing access.

• Use your voice online and offline to amplify community efforts, not overshadow them.

Be Consistent, Not Just Curious

Get involved in Birmingham by volunteering, donating, and standing with the people creating real, community-led change every day.

Get Involved

• Don’t just visit — return.

• Don’t just read — respond.

• Don’t just watch — work.

Make a Difference Today

Your involvement can help us create a brighter future for the kids of Birmingham. Join us in standing with the people creating real, community-led change every day. In Birmingham, kids deserve safe streets and fully funded schools. They do not deserve to be caught between crime and budget cuts.