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Giving Tuesday is December 2, 2025. Check out these 16 great local ministries and non-profits you can help Giving Tuesday and beyond.
1. American Village- Help this nationally pioneering classroom and American History and civics education center in Montevallo, Ala. continue to engage and inspire students in experience-based academic programs related to American history, civics and government. Visit www.americanvillage.org/donate to make a tax-deductible donation and learn more.
2. Birmingham Boys Choir- This non-profit nurtures young men through the transformative power of music. Alongside music literacy and vocal training, choristers are taught a set of foundational life principles—truths that shape not only how they sing, but how they live. Donations cover tuition assistance, music education resources, and performance opportunities, www.birminghamboyschoir.org.
3. Brother Bryan Mission- Donations to the oldest mission in Birmingham directly support Brother Bryan’s work of serving the economically, emotionally, and spiritually impoverished men in the city. Donations can be a one-time or recurring gift. Learn more at www.bbmission.com/donate.
4. Daniel Cason Ministries- There are many ways to support this ministry that serves those living in the poorest communities in Birmingham. Host a food drive, volunteer at outreach events, and monetarily donate. Visit www.danielcason.org to find more details.
5. Empowered to Conquer- Since its inception in 2009, this non-profit Christian ministry has been grounded in a simple vision- for every student to have the skills and support they need to live an empowered life. Learn more at www.empoweredtoconquer.org.
6. Foster Coalition- Focused on uniting advocates for foster care, Foster Coalition is a place for foster care collaboration to help support Alabama’s foster children. Helping churches establish and maintain a foster care ministry is a key component to Foster Coalition. Find details at www.fostercoalition.org/donate.
7. Grace Klein Community- With the purpose of providing relief to the poor, disadvantaged and underprivileged, Grace Klein ministers to those in need in several ways including the FeedBHM food rescue initiative. Visit www.gracekleincommunity.com to learn more.
8. Jimmie Hale Mission- Support the Mission in its efforts to provide lasting recovery from the root causes of homelessness by donating monetary gifts. There are also many volunteer roles from which to choose. Learn more at www.jimmiehalemission.com. Read about Jimmie Hale’s latest expansion project on page 19.
9. LIVE2540- Inspired by Matthew 25:40, this nonprofit provides free, quality, and compassionate healthcare to Liberia’s most vulnerable children through the Jesus Loves Me Children’s Center. There are multiple ways to support this nonprofit. Find more details at www.live2540.org.
10. Sav-A-Life- Dedicated to serving women and families experiencing an unplanned pregnancy, Sav-A-Life Crestwood, North Jefferson, and Vestavia provide free and confidential services, counseling, education, and support to women to carry their babies to term. You can support this mission by donating financially or giving your time through volunteering. Learn more at www.savalife.org.
11. Sav-A-Life Shelby- With the mission to develop a culture of life where abortion is unnecessary and undesirable in Shelby County while offering the hope of the Gospel, Needs include monetary and material (diapers, wipes, baby wash, etc.) donations. There are also many volunteer roles available. Visit www.savalifeshelby.org to learn more.
12. The Foundry- For more than 50 years, The Foundry has brought hope, healing, and restoration to those fighting addiction. Help them continue to provide faith-based substance abuse recovery by shopping at The Foundry Thrift Stores, donating, or volunteering. Visit www.foundryministries.com to find more details.
13. Two by Two Animal Rescue- With the mission of giving life to abandoned, abused, stray, and distressed animals, Two by Two has been saving animal lives for more than 20 years. You can support their mission by fostering or adopting. Visit www.twobytworescue.com to learn more.
14. United Way Meals on Wheels- Dedicated to improving the lives of homebound seniors and disabled individuals in Jefferson County, Meals on Wheels delivered more than 230,000 meals last year. Volunteers are needed to prepare, pack and deliver meals. Volunteer opportunities can be tailored to your time constraints as well as the community you would like to serve. Learn more at www.mowjeffco.org.
15. Vapor Ministries- With the vision to meet needs, feed souls, and elevate God, Vapor Ministries establishes sustainable centers for alleviating poverty and multiplying disciples in third-world environments. Support this mission by donating, shopping at Vapor Thrift stores in Vestavia, Greystone, Westover, and Pell City, sponsoring a child, and volunteering. Learn more at www.vaporministries.org.
16. The Learning Tree- For over 40 years, this non-profit has provided educational and residential programs and applied behavior analysis clinics for children and adolescents with intellectual disabilities, including those with autism. Your tax-deductible contributions allow The Learning Tree to continue offering services in Birmingham and across the southeast and grow new and existing programs. All donations go directly to providing resources for the individuals served, www.learning-tree.org. †
