Recent severe weather events have impacted communities across Alabama, leaving families in urgent need of assistance....
Alabama Strengthens Anti-Poverty Efforts Through Federal and State Funding Support
Alabama continues to prioritize support for families facing economic hardship through renewed federal and state investments in anti-poverty programs, ...
Digital Access Is Foundational — Yet Barriers to Broadband Continue to Harm Families Across the South
In an era where nearly every aspect of daily life — from education and healthcare to job applications and public services — requires internet acce...
Important Update: Student Loan Limits Changing July 1, 2026
Students preparing for degree programs in architecture, education, and several other academic fields will face reduced federal student loan limits beg...
Alabama LIHEAP Updates (2025–2026)
Alabama Community Action Agencies have now begun receiving their LIHEAP allocations following the federal funding release. While each agency sets its ...
Governor Kay Ivey Directs $2 Million to Alabama Food Banks Amid Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Suspension
In response to the federal suspension of SNAP benefit distributions, Governor Kay Ivey has announced that the State of Alabama will release $2 million...
With SNAP Lapse Underway, More Families Turning to Community Action Agencies
When a major safety-net program like SNAP is threatened by funding disruptions, the impact reaches far beyond the grocery aisle. It hits child care, t...
Meta Expands Montgomery Data Center – A $1.5 Billion Investment in Alabama’s Future
Meta, the global technology company formerly known as Facebook, has announced a significant expansion of its Montgomery Data Center, increasing its to...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Each October, communities across Alabama and the nation unite to recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to honor survivors, remember those w...
Hunger Action Month: Shining a Light on Food Insecurity in Our Communities
Each September, the Feeding America network launches its annual nationwide Hunger Action Month campaign to spread awareness and engage the public in t...