Be part of something that makes a difference.
There are simple ways, every week, to share God’s love with others.

At Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, ministry doesn’t just happen on Sundays.

Through ongoing collections and outreach efforts, we care for our neighbors, support families, and meet real needs in our community.

These ministries are part of who we are—and everyone is invited to take part.

Every item given, every act of kindness, and every moment of service becomes a light of hope.

We believe God uses even the smallest gifts to shine His love into the lives of others.

 

Here are some of the ways you can get involved right now:

🔹 Ongoing Collections

  • Food donations for those in need

  • Hygiene and personal care items

  • Seasonal drives (school supplies, holiday needs, etc.)

🔹 Community Ministries

  • Blessing Box support

  • Little Library book donations

  • Local outreach and service opportunities

👉 Drop off items during office hours or bring them with you on Sunday.
👉 Want to get more involved? Let us help you find your place to serve.

 BE KIND BIRMINGHAM
A local ministry serving people experiencing homelessness and poverty through clothing, hygiene items, and other essential supplies.

Year-Round Needs:

  • Men’s pants, belts, t-shirts
  • Children’s clothing
  • Tennis shoes
  • Personal-size hygiene items
    Men’s and children’s clothing are always in short supply

Seasonal Collections:

  • June–July: School supplies
  • October–February: Coats, hats, gloves, scarves

Mats for the Homeless:

  • Donate plastic bags for plarn
  • Contribute completed mats
  • Group meets twice/month; home contributions welcome

Drop-Off Locations:

  • FLC collection boxes or FLC door
  • Val’s Print Shop – 121 Park Road, Pleasant Grove
    (Clearly mark all items)

 

 BLESSING BOX + LITTLE LIBRARY
 
BLESSING BOX
A free community food box where anyone may take food or leave donations to help others
Location: Back of the parking lot, right side of FLC, toward the trees; purple box
  • Non-perishable foods & toiletries
  • Suggested items:
    • Soups & stews, chili
    • Canned chicken, tuna, ham
    • Cereal (single & full-size)
    • Granola bars, fruit cups
    • Peanut butter & jelly
    • Oatmeal / grits packets
    • Pasta & sauces
    • Personal toiletries
  • Placement: In Blessing Box; if full, leave in clearly marked bag at FLC or beside FLC door
LITTLE LIBRARY
A free book-sharing library for children, youth, and adults. Take a book or leave one to help others read.
  • Location: Back of the parking lot near the Blessing Box; red box 
  • Children’s & young adult books
  • Adult & religious books
  • Placement: In library; if full, leave in clearly marked bag at FLC door
 SAV-A-LIFE (Hueytown)
A ministry supporting mothers, babies, and families through layette items, baby clothing, and maternity supplies. Donations may be dropped at the FLC or the Hueytown office in clearly marked bags
 
  • Collection: Year-round
  • Requested items: Layette items, baby clothes (up to 24 months / 4T), maternity clothes, baby booties (yellow, green, blue preferred)

Drop-Off Locations:

  • FLC (inside or beside FLC door, clearly marked bags)
  • 2719 19th St. North, Hueytown, AL
    • Hours: Mon/Wed/Thu 9 AM–4 PM, Tue 9 AM–6 PM
MCCOY ADULT DAY CARE
Supporting adults  living with dementia and the caregivers
  • Small prizes for games, activities, and special events
    • Examples: puzzles, coloring books, crayons/markers, playing cards, small stuffed animals, word search books, craft supplies, stickers, fidget toys
  • Rock-A-Thon (February) – fundraiser & awareness
  • Drop-off: FLC or monetary donations via church office
  • Address & hours: 1843 Bessemer Rd, Birmingham, AL 35208; Mon–Fri, 8 AM–4:30 PM
BIRMINGHAM HUMANE SOCIETY

Promotes the humane treatment of  animals

  • Towels, empty pill bottles, newspapers
  • Drop-off: FLC box in clearly marked bags

OTHER OUTREACH / SPECIAL EVENTS

  • Society of Saint Andrew – Souper Bowl Sunday (January): Annual hunger-relief offering for hunger relief  They are a hunger-relief nonprofit focusing on food wastage and poverty-induced starvation
  • Embrace Alabama Kids – White Christmas Offering (Nov–Dec): Support for children & families.  Embrace Alabama Kids is a non-profit, faith-based organization dedicated to serving vulnerable children and families in crisis across the state of Alabama
  • UMCOR: Disaster relief giving- They are  working globally to alleviate suffering and advance hope and healing.