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Your Trusted Community Support in Huntsville, AL
At Rose Of Sharon Soup Kitchen, we are driven by a mission to share God's love and grace by addressing the physical and spiritual needs of the homeless and underserved. For over two decades, we have provided hot meals, hygiene services, emergency shelter assistance, and holistic recovery programs to individuals, families, and veterans in Huntsville and Madison County. Our no-barriers approach ensures everyone receives dignity and support through initiatives like Life Meal, Life Box, and Heart-to-Heart advocacy services.Guided by faith, we collaborate with community partners to bridge gaps in social services, offering pathways to wellness, employment, and spiritual renewal. Our team of dedicated staff and volunteers creates a safe, family-friendly environment where compassion drives every interaction, transforming lives through practical aid and unwavering hope.
Services
Hot Meals
Food Boxes
Hygiene Kits
Emergency Shelter
Rehabilitation Support
Legal Assistance
Employment Services
Pet Supplies
Mail Services
Community Partnerships
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of compassionate service to Huntsville's underserved communities.
- Our no-barriers approach ensures immediate access to meals and critical resources.
- We provide holistic programs combining physical care with spiritual and recovery support.
- We partner with local organizations to create comprehensive community solutions.
- Our faith-driven team delivers personalized advocacy and dignity-focused assistance.
What people say
Fell in love
Beautiful services
Immediately take their time
Selflessly give resources
Successful rehab placements
Services
Hot Meals
Our Life Meal program serves hot, home-cooked breakfast and lunch daily using real dishes in a welcoming setting. Two meals per day nourish both body and soul for homeless individuals, families, and community members. This service creates a safe, family-friendly environment where dignity and compassion guide every interaction.
Hygiene Kits
Customized hygiene kits provide essential supplies tailored to men, women, and children. Shower services, laundry access, and personal care items promote cleanliness and self-respect. These resources help maintain dignity while addressing basic needs for underserved populations in our community.
Emergency Shelter
We coordinate emergency shelter placement and cover direct costs for individuals in crisis. This service includes advocacy, temporary housing solutions, and care coordination. Our team connects guests with safe accommodations while developing long-term stability plans.
Rehabilitation Support
Addiction recovery programs include 12-Step meetings, educational workshops, and job placement assistance. We partner with treatment centers to provide rehabilitation support and ongoing advocacy. This service empowers individuals to overcome addiction and rebuild their lives.
Food Boxes
Life Box program distributes balanced ingredient boxes for preparing nutritious meals at home. Surplus food from our Life Pantry reduces waste while combating food insecurity. These resources ensure families and individuals have access to healthy food options.
People
Theresa Wilson
Executive Director
Theresa Wilson leads with over 20 years of experience in community outreach and nonprofit management, directing holistic programs that combine spiritual guidance with practical support for underserved populations.
Charles Chuck Free
Director of Operations
Charles Free oversees daily operations with a focus on efficient service delivery, ensuring seamless coordination between meal programs, advocacy services, and community partnerships.
Red Chu
Director of Finance and Development
Red Chu manages financial resources and donor relations, maintaining fiscal responsibility while expanding funding opportunities to support the organization's growth and sustainability.
Questions
What meal services do you offer?
We serve hot breakfast at 9:00 AM and lunch at 11:00 AM Tuesday-Friday using real dishes in a welcoming setting.
How can I volunteer?
Visit our Volunteer page to sign up through our online portal or contact us directly at (256) 536-2970 for opportunities.
Do you provide emergency shelter?
Yes, we coordinate emergency shelter placement and cover direct costs for individuals in crisis through our Heart-to-Heart program.
What other resources are available?
We offer hygiene kits, food boxes, legal assistance, job placement services, and 12-Step recovery meetings for underserved populations.
Are services faith-based?
Our programs combine practical support with spiritual guidance, but all services are available regardless of religious affiliation.