Let’s end substandard housing in Alabama and help Ms. Sanford make her home warm, safe, dry, and beautiful! It’s time for Alabama Rural Ministry‘s 10th Annual Sweet Homes for Alabama fundraiser! Formerly known as “Poverty Awareness Week” and “No More Shacks,” we are launching our Sweet Homes for Alabama fundraising campaign from September 1st through … Read more
Just several hours before the shack officially launches! I am excited about the number of families we are going to be able to serve because of the impact of this event! The days are getting shorter, cooler, and I personally am getting more excited! And…looks like we will get a little rain. If you are … Read more
Day 7( Recap from Thursday) I awoke that morning knowing it was my last day. Last day to sleep outside, last day to have to wash up in a large sink, last day to have to trek to the bathroom from outside, last day to be warmed by a fire. Living in the shack takes … Read more
Day 6 (Wednesday recap)- Throw off the blanket… As Alabama weather would have it…I went from shivering to a deep need for sunscreen. Last night I had to throw off the blankets. No complaints just observations. Highlights from yesterday: – Lots of guests hanging out!!!! We had a great crew come yesterday to visit. This … Read more
Day 5 (Tuesday recap)-The grace to understand… Just a short video for ya! Well, It guess it is like the bottom of the 8th as I write. The total this morning is $25,296. Very encouraged as we chip away but ready to go home. This can be fun for a few days but fatigue sets … Read more