Celebrating Homeownership Month With Woodlawn United

Homeownership Month Spotlight

At Woodlawn United, we view homeownership as essential for community stability and personal prosperity. To support more families in achieving this goal, we offer various programs in partnership with several organizations.

1. Homebuyer Education Workshops: These workshops provide guidance on budgeting, credit improvement, mortgage options, and home inspections to help potential homeowners make informed decisions.

2. Down Payment Assistance Programs: We partner with city and state agencies to offer grants or low-interest loans, easing the financial burden of down payments.

3. Affordable Housing Initiatives: By collaborating with developers and nonprofits, we increase the availability of affordable housing for low- to moderate-income families.

4. Financial Literacy and Credit Counseling: Our programs offer personalized advice to improve credit scores, manage debt, and build savings, creating a strong financial foundation for homeowners.

5. Community Land Trusts (CLTs): CLTs keep housing affordable by holding land and ensuring homes on this land remain affordable for future generations, promoting long-term stability.

6. Home Maintenance and Repair Assistance: We provide resources and assistance for home maintenance and repairs to help homeowners maintain their properties and prevent costly damages.

Through these initiatives, Woodlawn United is committed to making homeownership achievable and sustainable for all residents. For more information, please visit our website or contact our office.

Kids Kasino at the YWCA!

Join the YWCA for an exciting event coming up this Saturday to support the critical work of the YWCA Central Alabama’s Child Development Center. As the YWCA celebrates its 120th year of serving the Greater Birmingham community, we invite you to go “all in” for KIDS Kasino on Saturday, August 19 from 6-10 p.m. at the YWCA Central Alabama for an evening of casino-style gaming, food, and fun! We hope you will bring your whole family for a night out with childcare available for the evening on site. Please see the flier attached.

While we have made great strides in our 120-year history, raising funds for the Child Development Center has never been more crucial. The nationally accredited Child Development Program provides high-quality, early education to children in the Greater Birmingham area no matter the circumstances that bring their family to the YWCA Central Alabama. It makes certain that children experiencing homelessness or living in low-income or at-risk households are kindergarten-ready, and have a safe place to learn, grow, and play.

Follow the link below to purchase your ticket! One ticket can cover the cost of milk for an entire class for a week or provide meals for 2 students all week. If you are not able to buy a ticket, please consider giving a smaller amount. Even $10 can cover socks and wipes for a baby

Call for Teaching Artists Summer Camps 2023

Space One Eleven is offering paid teaching positions to artists with previous teaching experience for its 2023 summer art camps for rising 2nd through 12th-grade students.

Click here for more information and to apply.

Requirements: Must be at least 18 to apply and have a background in art, art education, or a related field. Experience working with children in a studio setting is preferred.

For any additional questions please email clairelesar@spaceoneeleven.org.

Crestwood South Neighborhood November Holiday Social

From The President Of Crestwood South Neighborhood Association:

Our last neighborhood meeting of 2022 will take place on November 28th at 6:30 PM at Crestwood Tavern. Following tradition, our November meeting will be an opportunity for fellowship with our neighbors. Prior to festivities, we will conduct a short neighborhood meeting to finalize any end-of-year business. Bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Plates, cups, cutlery, and drinks will be provided. Please provide your own serving utensils.

We look forward to seeing you all there!

News You Can Use - Upcoming Community Events

Tuesday, October 25

• Homeownership program

  • No-cost virtual homeownership workshop. This session also continues our Holiday Savings Challenge and will provide quality resources to help you accomplish your goals of savings and homeownership. 11:30 a.m. via ZOOM. See attached.

Saturday, October 29

• Trunk-a-Treat and Alpha Charlie Car Show

  • The Southern Museum of Flight has partnered with Alpha Charlie Grill to bring you our Trunk-a-Treat and Alpha Charlie Car Show!! Bring the kiddos and your ride if you would like to enter the contest! Festivities start at 10 am at the Southern Museum of Flight! We hope to see you there!!

  • The event is free. It is $10 to enter the car show.

  • Scan the QR code on the attached flyer for car show registration

Tuesday, November 1

• Community Garden Expo

  • Featuring activities and exhibitors and more. Birmingham Botanical Gardens Lecture Hall. $10. Lunch provided. 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. See attached for details.

Second Thursdays in October

• PNC presents Financial Forums on the Railroad

  • Second Thursday of October from 12-1 p.m. at Railroad Park

  • Nov. 10 – Understanding Mortgages

  • Dec. 8 – How to Obtain Credit

Citywide Resource Fair This Saturday at BPL!

HCBU Research and Innovation Week Career Fair