by Ryan Bartels | Aug 27, 2018 | My Story
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – The Jimmie Hale Mission recently celebrated its annual Christmas in August festivities in an effort to raise funds and awareness regarding homelessness and hunger in a time of year that traditionally sees a significant reduction in financial giving....
by Ryan Bartels | Aug 21, 2018 | My Story
Four cosmetology students from Aveda Institute Birmingham offered complimentary haircuts to dozens of clients at the Shepura Men’s Center on Tuesday morning. The students don’t earn any class credit in exchange for their services, but instructors Patricia...
by Ryan Bartels | Aug 10, 2018 | My Story
The River Ridge and Galleria Circle locations of Men’s Wearhouse in Birmingham recently contributed countless suits and other business attire to the Shepura Men’s Center thanks to the company’s 11th annual Suit Drive. Customers at Men’s Wearhouse were treated to 50...
by Ryan Bartels | Jul 24, 2018 | My Story
The lemonade stand setup outside Justice Florist (5402 Birmingham Rd.) in June might have looked like your average mid-summer thirst-quenching stop, but the impact it has made to many is significantly bigger than filling a handful of piggy banks. Sales underway...
by Ryan Bartels | Jul 20, 2018 | My Story
The Shepura Men’s Center will soon be able to accommodate additional food storage with the expansion of the main freezer in the dining hall. The renovation was made possible thanks to a grant from an anonymous donor last year. Melvin Stoves levels and smooths the...
by Ryan Bartels | Jun 12, 2018 | My Story
“I had a good childhood and a good dad,” Chris shared with us. “My dad was my best friend and when he passed away that was very tough for me. His death sent me into a tailspin.” “Alcohol was my outlet and it eventually became my main issue,” Chris said. “My own...
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