WELCOME TO WOODLAWN UNITED
Working alongside residents, nonprofit partners, and business owners to create the vibrant and sustainable neighborhood they envision for the Woodlawn community of Birmingham, Alabama.
The mission of Woodlawn United is to serve as a catalyst and facilitator for the transformation and revitalization of the Woodlawn community. Inspired by our residents, our vision is to grow a safe and healthy community where children learn and play, families live in quality housing, parents work in stable jobs, businesses thrive, and everyone contributes to the growth of Greater Birmingham.
Safe, high-quality housing serving residents at all income levels with a high percentage designated to preserve long-term, permanent affordability in the neighborhood.
High-quality, neighborhood-serving continuum for student growth, learning, and achievement at every level starting at birth and through college and beyond.
Community-specific mix of facilities, programs, and services that honor local history, reflect the priorities of residents, promote healthy lifestyles, create jobs, and reduce crime.
Skills training, job placement, and entrepreneurship support empowering residents to build sustainable futures with a focus on long-term financial stability and economic resilience within the community.
You can make a difference in Birmingham by helping to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty in Woodlawn.
Volunteer with Woodlawn United as we join Woodlawn residents and business owners in creating a safer and healthier neighborhood.
A Week of Growth, Joy, and Purpose This week reminded me exactly why I love what I do. Our Programs Team at Woodlawn United hosted Rise and Thrive Camp: Thrive Week—a week of engaging, structured activities designed for children who were out of school for intersession, or as many call it, “fall break.” From 11 […]
