Want to help our homeless friends?

At our day shelter downtown, we meet our homeless friends’ physical, mental, and spiritual needs while consistently offering opportunities for growth. We are so grateful for any of these items that you could provide to help us care for our friends living on the streets. About 85% of our clients are men, and 15% are women. 

To arrange drop off or pick up of any of these items, please contact Jim McFarland at jim@urbanpurpose.org or call (205) 296-2796.

  • Please provide travel-sized Items only.

    Deodorant

    Lotion

    Bar Soap

    Hand Sanitizer (2 oz.)

    Toothpaste

    Toothbrush (Soft)

    Hand/Body Sanitizer Wipes

    Gallon-Size Freezer Ziploc Bags

    Quart-Size Freezer Ziploc Bags

  • Underwear (Bottoms): M - XXL

    Short Sleeve T-Shirts: M - XXL

    Wind/Sweatpants: M - XXL

    Jeans: M - XXL

    Athletic/Khaki Shorts: M - XXL

    Socks: Mens 9-13/Womens 7-10

    Sneakers: Mens 9-13/Womens 7-10

    Work Boots: Mens 9-13/Womens 7-10

    Flat Sandals: Mens 9-13/Womens 7-10

    **We cannot accept dress clothing or dress shoes.**

  • We need the following items donated or purchased for the Compound:

    Ziplock bags (q

    Laundry Pods

    Contractor sized Trash bags