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

  • Coats: M - XXL

    Long Sleeved T-Shirts: M - XXL

    Sweatshirts/Hoodies: M - XXL

    Jeans: M - XXL

    Wool Socks: M - XXL

    Gloves: M - XXL

    Thermals Tops: M - XXL

    Thermal Bottoms: M- XXL

    Beanie Hats

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

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

    Clothes Washer

    Clothes Dryer

    Deep Freezer

    Refrigerator

    Iron

    Ironing Board