Can you believe it’s been almost 7 months since we laid the foundation for our new building? With our building almost complete, we wanted to take the time to look back over the past few months and celebrate the progress! January In January, we watched as the construction team laid the foundation for our new…
At First Stop, we recognize the importance of a person’s story. Their name, their life, and the specific circumstances that led them to where they are. Darryl is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and Reserves. He was also homeless. If you’ve donated a meal or volunteered with First Stop, you’ve probably…
Give Monthly Everything Just $50 a month can mean the world to a homeless individual—20 hot showers, 50 one-way bus passes, regular meals, clothing for their next interview, etc. And to many of us, $50 could just be the equivalent of a lunch delivery service, 1-2 lattes per week, or a quick meal for the…
Hi, First Stop friends! Meet Rosie! Rosie has been volunteering with First Stop for the past four years. When she was in seminary, she began thinking about ways to reach people with church in the outside world. She was inspired by the Community of St. Joseph—a church that brings services to the homeless camps…
Meet Greg. Until March of 2022, Greg had been homeless for nearly eight years. But at First Stop, we know that homeless doesn’t mean hopeless and that it takes consistency and trust to help someone back into independent living. Hannah, one of our Case Managers, first met Greg in the summer of 2021. Through regular…
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We hardly ever think about the distances we walk unless we are doing something special like visiting a theme park or playing a round of golf. An average visitor to Disney World walks over 8 miles per day. A golfer walking 18 holes will typically cover 5 miles in an afternoon. If you rent a…
The city of Huntsville is growing and so is its homeless population. And Alabama is not unique in these changes. According to HUD Secretary Marcia L. Fudge in a recent press release, “Homelessness in the United States was increasing even before COVID-19, and we know the pandemic has only made the crisis worse.” The increase…
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Year In Review: 2021 From Our Executive Director As I write this letter, it’s hard for me to believe that I am already in my 8th month at First Stop. Time is moving quickly, and so many good things are happening here. Becoming the Executive Director of First Stop has been both exciting and exhilarating. …