Calendar of Events
Presented below is an event calendar outlining the activities organized by the Alabama Rural Coalition for the Homeless and the Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care. Should you wish to enroll in a particular training session, the registration links are conveniently provided within each event description. For specific training preferences, visit the Trainings and Technical Assistance Opportunities page for detailed guidance. Please note that the calendar is subject to adjustments based on community requirements, alterations in funder directives, and other pertinent considerations.
OUR VISION
All Alabamians have a safe, decent and affordable
home with the support necessary to sustain it.
OUR MISSION
To BRIDGE the gap between
Housing and Homelessness.
OUR VALUES
Respect. Responsibility.
RESILIENCY.
The Balance of State (BoS) Continuum of Care (CoC) typically encompasses a large and diverse geographic area, including both rural and non-contiguous jurisdictions. In the case of the Alabama Balance of State Continuum of Care (AL507 BoS CoC), it was established in 2004 and currently serves a total of forty-two (42) counties. These counties are as follows: Barbour, Bibb, Blount, Butler, Chambers, Chilton, Choctaw, Clarke, Clay, Cleburne, Coffee, Conecuh, Coosa, Covington, Crenshaw, Cullman, Dale, Dallas, Escambia, Fayette, Geneva, Greene, Hale, Henry, Houston, Jackson, Lamar, Lee, Macon, Marengo, Marshall, Monroe, Perry, Pickens, Pike, Randolph, Sumter, Talladega, Tallapoosa, Walker, Washington, and Wilcox.
Want to make an outreach Request?
Are you or have you seen someone sleeping in the woods, on the streets, in their cars, in an abandoned building, or in another place not meant for human habitation? If so, complete the following outreach form: HOMELESS or KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS? COMPLETE OUTREACH REQUEST
OUR MOVEMENT
42 rural counties of individuals, organizations and communities working together to end homelessness.
COVID-19, Other Infectious Diseases and Safety Measures
As part of the ongoing COVID-19 Planning Forward phase, ARCH regularly assesses the Health Protection Levels in the region where it is located. Although the State has lifted its mask mandate, we remain mindful of individuals with preexisting conditions. Additionally, due to our staff and partners frequently engaging in street outreach with vulnerable populations, sometimes in unsafe conditions, we encourage the use of masks within our facilities. However, individuals who choose not to wear masks assume personal responsibility, releasing ARCH from any resulting harm. The health and safety of our community members and staff remain our utmost priority, and we appreciate your understanding and commitment to safety. Please be aware that anyone entering the office must sign a waiver that addresses COVID-19 and other safety considerations. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
Non-Discrimination Policy:
ARCH upholds a firm commitment to non-discrimination and shall not engage in discriminatory practices based on race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of its activities or operations. These activities encompass various aspects, including but not limited to the appointment and termination of ARCH's Board of Directors, hiring and termination of staff or contractors, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services.
ARCH operates as an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination. We strictly prohibit any form of discrimination in employment, recruitment, Board membership, employment advertisements, compensation, termination, promotions, upgrading, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant based on race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any other discriminatory reason.
ARCH adheres to equal housing opportunity principles: ARCH provides housing assistance without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, physical or mental handicap, familial status, national origin, or other protected classes. As per federal law and the policies of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), ARCH is strictly prohibited from engaging in discriminatory practices based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, or familial status.