Where Can Local Families in Need Find Help in Huntsville?

  • Where to find assistance for food, clothing, and toys during the holiday season in Huntsville.

We all know parenting is tough, especially when it’s time to navigate extra stresses and expectations. But when you’re going through a financial rough patch, it can bring on a whole new layer of stress. Let’s help a fellow mama out by spreading the word about these local Huntsville and North Alabama agencies that are here to help and offer local families some assistance.

assistance programs for families

WHERE TO FIND CLOTHING

Need a winter coat? There are a number of groups offering warm clothes for kids and adults.

Catholic Center of Concern
1010 Church Street NE, Huntsville, AL 35801
256-963-9355
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This clothing room is operated on a walk-in basis. Hours are Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Be sure to bring a photo ID for all adults and a social security card for all household members. The Catholic Center of Concern also offers diapers once every 30 days. Diaper pick ups are Monday through Friday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Rose of Sharon
2412 Memorial Parkway NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
256-536-2970
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Rose of Sharon once operated a thrift store, but now they give away their stock on a walk-in basis: men’s and ladies’ clothing, jackets, shoes, and boots. No children’s clothes are available at this time. They also provide toiletries, toothpaste, deodorant, bath towels, and blankets as supplies are available. It’s a good idea to call first to inquire about available resources. Clothing vouchers can be replenished once a month. Be sure to bring one form of ID.

Christmas Charities Year Round
2840 Jordan Ln NW, Huntsville, AL 35816
256-837-2373
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Not just for toys, Christmas Charities assists with warm coats & clothes for children in your household up to age 18, as long as they’re in school. Christmas Charities will host two walk-in days this year before Christmas, during which they’ll have some food boxes available on a first come, first served basis. Christmas Charities Year Round is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. This assistance is available for Madison County only.

Whitesburg Baptist Church
3911 Pulaski Pike NW, Huntsville, AL 35810
256-881-0952
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This clothing closet is free and available to the public. No appointments are necessary. Hours are Monday through Thursday from 9 am – 12 pm. Visitors must bring a photo ID and social security card.

assistance programs for families

WHERE TO FIND FOOD

In need of Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner supplies for your family? Here are the places in Huntsville and North Alabama to check.

Food Line
256-534-2424
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Food Line is a telephone screening and referral service for various food pantries in Madison County. They’ll take your call and get you connected with an appointment time at a food pantry in your area.

Manna House
2110 Memorial Parkway SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
256-503-4848
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Manna House provides meal distribution for individuals and families on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 3 a.m. – 6 p.m. No documentation is required.

Rose of Sharon
2412 Memorial Parkway NW
Huntsville, AL 35810
256-536-2970
Website
This fully active food kitchen serves over 200 meals a day, and offers a safe, comfortable, and homey place to enjoy a meal. Rose of Sharon will be hosting a community meal for Thanksgiving on Thanksgiving Day at noon. Transportation can be provided if you call ahead of time to arrange a ride. Otherwise, no reservations are needed.

Rose of Sharon also offers food boxes to anyone food insecure. Pickup is by appointment and typically runs Tuesday through Friday from 9am until noon. Rose of Sharon does not take ID and no paperwork is needed. People from all walks of life and all income statuses are welcome!

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HELP WITH TOYS

Going through tough times and need help getting Christmas gifts for your child? Although the signups for well-known places like Toys for Tots have already passed, there are still several last-minute options available this year.

Santa’s Secret Shop
2815 University Drive, Huntsville, AL 35816
256-536-1953
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Santa’s Shop is a Christmas toy ministry for parents who can not afford new toys at current retail prices. These are offered at deeply discounted prices. The Neighborhood Thrift Store, a ministry of Second Mile Development, also sells gently used toys.

Christmas Charities Year Round
2840 Jordan Ln NW, Huntsville, AL 35816
256-837-2373
Website
Christmas Charities Year Round will provide Christmas gifts for children through the Operation Believe Stocking Stuffer Project. Stockings will be stuffed by local donors and will potentially include toys, clothing, and toiletries. Details for stocking pickup have not been announced.

Manna House
2110 Memorial Parkway SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
256-503-4848
Website
Manna House typically provides emergency food and toys on select days leading up to Christmas. Dates for 2022 are not yet available, so you may call for more information.

Call 2-1-1

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If you need free assistance, the first place you should start is with the United Way of Madison County. This excellent organization works with just about every other organization that serves families and children in the Rocket City. The United Way helps to meet needs year-round, so they’re already established when it comes to things like which places are offering free food in Huntsville such as produce, hot meals, or non-perishables. Just click on the need below to find their resources, or if you’re in Madison County, call 2-1-1 to speak to an actual human. They can also answer specific questions about your personal situation.

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