Taking place at 7:30 PM at The Fennec, located at 1630 2nd Ave South, Big Top 2026 promises an unforgettable evening filled with entertainment, connection, and purpose. Guests will step into a vibrant circus atmosphere featuring themed surprises, live music from Fly by Radio, Tito’s Handmade Vodka cocktails, casino games, a silent auction, Tito’s Silent Disco with DJ Mark AD and a high-energy mix of food and festivities throughout the night.

More than a celebration, Big Top plays a vital role in supporting Glenwood’s mission. Proceeds from the event directly fund programs that serve children with autism and behavioral health needs. These programs provide critical support such as behavior management, communication tools, social skills development, daily living assistance, and essential resources that help children build independence and lead fulfilling lives.

General admission tickets are available for $100 and can be purchased online at www.glenwood.org/bigtop. For guests looking to elevate their experience, Friends of Glenwood VIP tickets offer early entry, access to VIP areas, specialty Tito’s cocktails, a curated food menu, and additional exclusive perks.

Those hoping to attend also have a chance to win tickets. Contestants can text TICKETS to 844-435-2973 for an opportunity to win a pair of general admission tickets to Big Top 2026.

Big Top 2026 is made possible through the generous support of its sponsors, including C.S. Beatty Construction, Drummond Company Inc., Emily and Carter Burwell, Inline Lighting & Electrical, Robins & Morton, The John and Kerri Family Foundation, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Wind Creek and Poarch Creek Indians. Sponsorship opportunities are still available and can be found at www.glenwood.org/bigtop.

Join us under the Big Top for a night of celebration that makes a lasting impact for children at Glenwood!

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Despite his cognitive strengths, Isaac struggled with behaviors that made school difficult. In the classroom, he could exhibit aggression and defiance and had trouble participating in group settings. One preschool after another told his parents the same thing: they could not meet his needs. Even specialized programs for children with higher support needs eventually turned him away.

The situation became so dire that Isaac’s mother, Emily, took several months of leave from work because there were simply no other options.

“It felt like we were constantly being told he didn’t fit,” Emily said. One former preschool described keeping Isaac enrolled as “forcing a square peg into a round hole.” The phrase stayed with her, not because it felt accurate, but because it revealed a deeper issue. “There are a lot of squares in the world,” she reflected, “that could fit if you just expanded the round hole with the right resources and support.”

That belief is at the heart of Glenwood’s kindergarten program.

When Isaac’s school district first suggested placement at Glenwood, Emily was afraid her son was being “punted” to a behavioral setting where his academic growth would stall. At the time, Isaac’s twin sister was coming home learning to read and write, while Isaac was still working on sitting at a table for more than three minutes.

“It really was one of my lowest points as a parent,” Emily said.

What she did not yet know was that Glenwood’s kindergarten program was built specifically for children like Isaac, children whose abilities are clear but who need additional support to reach their fullest potential in a traditional classroom.

Dr. Amelia Spencer, a program evaluation analyst at Glenwood, holds a Ph.D. in early childhood special education and has years of experience teaching preschool and elementary-aged children. When she joined Glenwood, the initial plan was to explore needs for preschool and kindergarten aged children. But after listening to families and school systems across the region, she recognized a critical gap at the kindergarten level.

“A lot of these kids are COVID babies,” Dr. Spencer explained. “They may have been in and out of preschools or daycares, but they haven’t been in structured group settings with academic and behavioral expectations until they walk into public school. And when that happens, it often doesn’t go well.”

Glenwood’s kindergarten program serves children who already have academic skills. These are children who can read, do math, draw and problem-solve, but need additional behavioral and emotional support to use and grow those skills in a classroom setting. Too often, families hear a painful but candid response from preschools: We can’t take your child.

Glenwood was created to be the bridge in that moment. The program is not an endpoint, but a pathway back to a more successful school experience.

From Isaac’s first months at Glenwood, the difference was clear. The program operates with an intentionally high staff-to-student ratio, roughly one adult for every two children, with some students receiving one-on-one support. The environment is structured but nurturing, predictable but flexible. Routines are consistent. Transitions are carefully supported with verbal cues, visual schedules and rituals that help children anticipate what comes next.

One of the program’s most effective strategies is also one of its simplest: meeting children exactly where they are.

For Isaac, that meant Pokémon.

One afternoon, Emily found a thick binder in Isaac’s backpack. Inside were laminated pages filled with images of his favorite Pokémon characters, each paired with dotted lines for practicing writing their names. The binder was filled with customized, Pokémon-themed reading and writing exercises created just for him.

“I was so moved,” Emily said. “Someone took the time to learn what motivates him and used it as a bridge to teach him.”

That individualized approach extends beyond academics. Each day includes three structured circle times, one focused on academics, one on social-emotional learning and one on reflection. Children practice identifying emotions, discussing what went well and naming what felt hard. Classroom expectations center on being kind, respectful and safe. The program is also intentionally screen-free, which helps reduce meltdowns and keeps children engaged with each other.

The growth Isaac has experienced over the past year has been undeniable.

He has learned emotional regulation skills that now carry into his home life. When he feels overwhelmed, he sometimes retreats to a calm-down corner he created in his closet. Instead of escalating, he asks, “Can you help me calm down?” a sentence his parents never imagined hearing during moments of distress.

The changes have transformed daily life for the entire family. A year ago, Isaac and his twin sister had to be kept apart due to unpredictable aggression. Today, they play together on Saturday mornings, inventing stuffed-animal adventures while their parents sleep in.

“This is huge for us,” Emily said.

Isaac’s confidence as a learner has also flourished. During a recent visit to his grandparents’ house, Isaac asked to play chess. Emily tried to redirect him, assuming it would be too complex. Isaac insisted and calmly explained each piece. He had learned it at Glenwood.

“This means a lot to me,” Emily said. “Not because of chess itself, but because someone believed in Isaac’s ability to learn something complex and put in the effort and patience to teach him something I even thought was too challenging.”

For Dr. Spencer, stories like Isaac’s are the clearest measure of success. The goal is not to permanently remove children from their home school systems, but to prepare them to return. Glenwood works closely with school districts, creating detailed transition plans and, when appropriate, accompanying children into their new classrooms to help ensure continuity of support.

“I didn’t want this to be a funnel,” Dr. Spencer said. “I want schools to be open-armed and ready to take these kids back.”

What began as a pilot program with eight students has already expanded. With the move to Glenwood’s Sicard Hollow location, the kindergarten program now has room for continued growth, including a second classroom opening in January 2026. Expansion, however, remains intentional. Staffing, resources and quality of care always come first.

For families like Isaac’s, the impact is immeasurable.

“At the end of the day, all we want is for our kids to be happy,” Emily said. “I know Isaac is truly happy and cared for at Glenwood. Despite all his challenges, he has kept his love for school. And I believe Glenwood is the reason why.”

In a system where so many children are told they do not fit, Glenwood’s kindergarten program is proving something powerful: with the right support, structure and belief, they do.

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This is pecan season at Glenwood, a tradition woven into Alabama’s holiday rhythm for nearly half a century. Behind every bag of glossy halves or candied clusters is a story far richer than the pecans themselves. It is a story of community, purpose, and individuals with autism and behavioral health needs growing into greater independence.

Glenwood’s pecan sale began in the late 1970s, thanks to a group of philanthropic women who “adopted” Glenwood as their cause after the Allan Cott School was created. They tried several fundraisers, but one idea stuck and became a legacy: pecans.

“It was just such a great idea,” said Shanda Daniel, special projects manager at Glenwood. “And it just grew into what it is now.”

In the early years, everything was packed by hand. Pecans arrived in 30-pound boxes and were poured into a custom-built conveyor known as the Mighty Mitchell machine. Up to 90 pounds of pecans at a time rattled down the track to be weighed and tubbed, producing 2,000 to 3,000 tubs each holiday season.

Today, the operation looks different, but the heartbeat is the same. Just like those early days, the individuals Glenwood serves are right in the middle of the action.

Recalling a moment from this year’s pecan season, Shanda said, “One of the guys was helping me load cases. I asked him if he wanted me to take over and he said, ‘No, no, no, I can do it.’ When he finished, he was just smiling. He was so proud of himself.”

Individuals help pack grocery store orders, stock shelves, and perhaps their favorite part, ride along on deliveries. “They love being out in the community,” she added. These moments build confidence, routine, and independence in ways that cannot be taught in a classroom.

Over nearly five decades, the fundraiser has built a community of its own, sometimes in the most unexpected ways. Longtime customers return year after year, often sharing stories, memories, or greetings that pick up right where they left off. “You recognize their voice; they recognize yours,” Shanda said. “Even if you’ve never seen them, you have a connection.” Those small moments of familiarity are part of what makes pecan season so special. “I love doing this,” she said. “I love seeing the difference it makes.”

The pecan sale supports every corner of Glenwood’s work, from behavioral health services to educational support to workforce development. When you buy a bag, you are not just getting one of the state’s best holiday snacks. You are helping someone develop job skills, build independence, and participate meaningfully in their community. Or, as Shanda put it simply, “You’re helping individuals support themselves and be able to sustain their lifestyle here at Glenwood.”

You can buy pecans anywhere, but Glenwood pecans carry something extra: a story nearly 50 years in the making, a community that grows stronger with each season, and the unmistakable joy of knowing you helped someone take another step toward independence. When you take a bag home, you become part of that story too.

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Whether you have relied on waiver services for years or are just beginning the process, your perspective is important. These sessions are informal, welcoming, and designed to focus on what matters most to the people who use these supports.

Join the conversation — in person or online — and help strengthen services for individuals and families across our community.

Region IV
December 5, 5-7pm
400 Interstate Park Drive, Montgomery, Alabama
Join virtually here: https://mhalabama.zoom.us/j/83134012774?pwd=XF0xgDVdjSM03s5C37Ey9mrMxg5EyS.1

Region III
December 9, 5-7pm
Cindy Haber Center, Inc.
1452 Government Street, Mobile, Alabama
Join virtually here: https://mhalabama.zoom.us/j/87638391607?pwd=FrgI4M4hEbhmkNmCpQ5eUxdVglECgV.1

Region II
December 12, 5-7pm
ADMH Region II Office
1305 James I. Harrison Jr. Parkway, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Join virtually here: https://mhalabama.zoom.us/j/88570229330

Region V
December 15, 5-7pm
ADMH Region V Office
631 Beacon Parkway West, Suite 211, Birmingham, Alabama
Join virtually here: https://admh.webex.com/admh/j.php?MTID=m3352dfaae7c0c5490a25cb20314fc782

Region I
December 16, 5-7pm
Madison 310 Board Office
219 Jim Harding Way, Huntsville, Alabama
Join virtually here: https://mhalabama.zoom.us/j/81759799277

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For some, like nine-year-old Xander, that means learning to express feelings and words that were once out of reach. For others, like three-year-old Beau, it means discovering the joy of being understood.

When Xander arrives at Glenwood’s Behavioral Therapy Center for speech therapy, he confidently makes his way down the hall to the therapy room with no reminders or guidance needed. It was not always like this. Just a few months ago, Xander, who has an autism diagnosis, was mostly nonverbal and often frustrated by the barriers he faced when trying to express himself. Today, he greets his therapist with a smile, ready to engage. He even surprises his mom with new words and skills after each session.

“His entire behavior has changed,” said his mother, Jeanna. “He used to lash out when he couldn’t communicate, but that has become rare since starting therapy. He smiles and laughs more. He speaks with his voice more than he did before.”

Stories like Xander’s are why families across Birmingham turn to Glenwood’s Behavioral Therapy Center. The center offers assessments, therapy, education, and support for children and teens up to 19 years old, meeting kids where they are, whether or not autism is part of their journey.

“Ms. Effie is incredible, and Xander works so well with her,” Jeanna said. “She constantly provides me with resources and even connected us with Libby’s Friends, a nonprofit that helps families with the financial challenges of special needs care, to get him a device. It’s been life changing.”

Families like Xander’s have seen life-changing progress, and that same dedication to meeting each child’s needs extends to families like Beau’s.

Unlike many of Glenwood’s clients, Beau does not have an autism diagnosis. His family chose the Behavioral Therapy Center for speech therapy after a school evaluation this summer.

“I called several providers in Birmingham, but their response times were discouraging,” said his mother, Rachel. “Then I found Glenwood. Within a week, they contacted me and scheduled an appointment. Their responsiveness and customer service were excellent, and I immediately felt we were in the right place.”

From the very first session, Rachel knew she had made the right choice. “I cried because I could already see improvements,” she said. “In just a couple of months, Beau has gone from frequent meltdowns and frustration to finishing his words with excitement. He is starting to communicate without the same struggles, and we celebrate each little victory, sometimes with cookies.”

For Beau, therapy is filled with laughter, games, and plenty of encouragement. “He loves playing games with Ms. Effie,” Rachel said. “She always knows when he needs to move around or take a break. She mixes play with learning, so he never gets bored or overwhelmed.” Most importantly, Beau is growing more confident and is excited about going to school.

At Glenwood, no two therapy journeys look the same. Each is shaped around the child’s strengths and goals. Xander’s sessions often include practicing words, imitating sounds, and using assistive communication programs such as LAMP (Language Acquisition through Motor Planning). But just like Beau, therapy also includes joy, such as choosing a favorite activity during break time or celebrating the discovery that he can read.

Though Xander and Beau are at different stages, their stories highlight the same truth. Glenwood’s Behavioral Therapy Center is a place where children and families find hope. Here, progress does not just happen in the therapy room. It shows up in the classroom, at the dinner table, and in the smiles of kids who are learning to be heard.

“If another parent were considering speech therapy at the Behavioral Therapy Center, I would tell them to do it,” Jeanna said. “Your child will gain confidence and find their voice. Trust me.”

At Glenwood, every child’s voice matters, and every breakthrough, big or small, is worth celebrating.

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The evening honored members of Glenwood’s Hope Society, those who have contributed $1,000 or more throughout the year, and celebrated the organization’s ongoing mission of hope, inclusion, and opportunity. Guests enjoyed an inspiring program featuring messages from Glenwood’s Board Chair, Andy Martin, and President and CEO, Christy Castleberry, who expressed deep gratitude for the donors whose generosity fuels Glenwood’s life-changing work.

A highlight of the evening was a powerful keynote address by Mary Partin, Chief Executive Officer of the Dan Marino Foundation. Drawing from her experience leading one of the nation’s most respected organizations serving individuals with autism, Partin shared stories of innovation, perseverance, and the transformative power of community. Her message reminded attendees that every act of giving, whether of time, talent, or treasure, helps build a more inclusive and hopeful future.

“Mary’s message truly captured what Glenwood is all about,” said Justin Ragland, Director of Communications and Marketing for Glenwood. “She reminded us that when a community comes together in support of those we serve, there is no limit to what we can achieve.”

Throughout the evening, donors were celebrated for their compassion and commitment, which make it possible for Glenwood to provide therapy, education, and residential services to thousands of children, adults, and families across Alabama each year.

As the night concluded with a moving video tribute set to “That’s What Friends Are For,” guests reflected on the lives touched by their generosity and the lasting difference they help make every day.

Glenwood extends heartfelt thanks to all Hope Society members for their unwavering support and belief in our mission. Together, we continue to create pathways to hope, healing, and opportunity for those who need it most.

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Each honoree has played an important role in building Glenwood’s legacy. Their daily commitment has created safe spaces, nurtured growth, and brought hope to countless lives. As was shared during the luncheon, “Through your service, you bring hope and care to those who need it most. Your compassion and commitment truly transform lives.”

This year’s honorees include:

10 Years of Service

• Denise Randle
• Kendra Moore
• Larita Jacobs
• Mackens Rinchere
• Keeyana McLish
• Percy Storey
• Canesha Smart

20 Years of Service

• Mirian Bunting
• Debra Reese
• Vivuetta Hamilton
• Shanda Daniel

25 Years of Service

• Nikita Savage

30 Years of Service

• Sandra Toney
• Vicki Trawick

35 Years of Service

• Donnie Brock
• Cinda Walchli

40 Years of Service

• Pamela Holderfield

We are humbled by their remarkable dedication. Each milestone is more than just years on the calendar. It represents lives changed, challenges overcome, and moments of joy made possible by their steadfast service.

On behalf of the entire Glenwood community, we extend our deepest gratitude and congratulations to this year’s honorees. Your work embodies the very heart of our mission, and your legacy will continue to inspire for years to come.

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At home, Ollie’s focus was almost entirely on phones and electronics, but the fixation often led to more frustration than joy, sometimes resulting in broken devices — as many as four in a single week. His family knew he needed a place that could help him build new skills, discover new interests and develop positive ways to connect with the world around him.

That place turned out to be Glenwood’s Allan Cott School.

From day one, the team worked to gently limit Ollie’s dependence on electronics while introducing him to a variety of new activities and leisure skills. The results have been inspiring. Ollie has worked out in the gym with Glenwood’s recreational coordinator, Caleb LaRue, and discovered a love for the treadmill. He has splashed in the pool, played simple ball games in the hallway and recorded silly voices to play back for a laugh.

More importantly, Ollie is learning to communicate more effectively, keep himself safe and find healthy, positive ways to experience joy. At Allan Cott School, students like Ollie receive individualized education and support from highly trained educators and therapists who understand their unique needs and are committed to helping them thrive. Every success, whether it’s a smile on the treadmill, a moment of safe play or a new word spoken, is a step forward.

We are so proud of Ollie’s progress and can’t wait to see what he accomplishes next!

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Allan Cott School today announced its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and/or School Breakfast Program. Local school officials have adopted the following household size and income criteria for determining eligibility:

Children need healthy meals to learn. Allan Cott School offers healthy meals every school day. Breakfast costs [0]; lunch costs [0]. Your children may qualify for free meals or for reduced price meals. Reduced price is [0] for breakfast and [0] for lunch. Below are some common questions and answers to help you with the application process.

1. WHO CAN GET FREE OR REDUCED PRICE MEALS?
   1. All children in households receiving benefits from Alabama SNAP, the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) or Alabama TANF, are eligible for free meals.
   1. All children in the households receiving benefits from Medicaid are eligible for free or reduced meals.
   1. Foster children that are under the legal responsibility of a foster care agency or court are eligible for free meals.
   1. Children participating in their school’s Head Start program are eligible for free meals.
   1. Children who meet the definition of homeless, runaway, or migrant are eligible for free meals.
   1. Children who are directly certified are eligible to receive free meals.
   1. When known to Allan Cott School], households will be notified of their children’s eligibility for free meals based on their participation (or a household member’s participation) in the: Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP); Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR); or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), if the State program meets Federal standards.
   1. When known to [Allan Cott School], households will be notified of any child’s eligibility for free meals based on the individual child’s designation as Other Source Categorically Eligible, as defined by law. Children are determined Other Source Categorically Eligible if they are:

Homeless, Migrant, Runaway,

A foster child, or

Enrolled in Head Start or an eligible pre-kindergarten program (see: SP 40-2013: Q&As Regarding the Participation of Head Start Programs in Child Nutrition Programs, https://www.fns.usda.gov/qas-regarding-participation-head-start-programs-child-nutrition-programs-0).

• HOW DO I KNOW IF MY CHILDREN QUALIFY AS HOMELESS, MIGRANT, OR RUNAWAY? Do the members of your household lack a permanent address? Are you staying together in a shelter, hotel, or other temporary housing arrangement? Does your family relocate on a seasonal basis? Are any children living with you who have chosen to leave their prior family or household? If you believe children in your household meet these descriptions and haven’t been told your children will get free meals, please call or e-mail vheine@glenwood.org.

• DO I NEED TO FILL OUT AN APPLICATION FOR EACH CHILD? No. Use one Free and Reduced-Price School Meals Application for all students in your household. We cannot approve an application that is not complete, so be sure to fill out all required information. Return the completed application to: Valerie Heine, 150 Glenwood Ln, Birmingham, AL 35242

• SHOULD I FILL OUT AN APPLICATION IF I RECEIVED A LETTER THIS SCHOOL YEAR SAYING MY CHILDREN ARE ALREADY

APPROVED FOR FREE MEALS? No, but please read the letter you got carefully and follow the instructions. If any children in your household were missing from your eligibility notification, contact Valerie Heine, 150 Glenwood Ln, Birmingham AL, vheine@glenwood.org immediately.

• CAN I APPLY ONLINE?

________ Yes! You are encouraged to complete an online application instead of a paper application if you are able. The online application has the same requirements and will ask you for the same information as the paper application. Visit [website link to application] to begin or to learn more about the online application process. If a paper application is needed, you may request one. Contact [name, address, phone number, e-mail] if you have any questions about the online application or to request a paper application.  

_____X___ No, an online application is not available at this time.

• MY CHILD’S APPLICATION WAS APPROVED LAST YEAR. DO I NEED TO FILL OUT A NEW ONE? Yes. Your child’s application is only

good for that school year and for the first few days of this school year, through 09/01/25. You must send in a new application unless the school told you that your child is eligible for the new school year. If you do not send in a new application that is approved by the school or you have not been notified that your child is eligible for free meals, your child will be charged the full price for meals.

• I GET WIC. CAN MY CHILDREN GET FREE MEALS? Children in households participating in WIC may be eligible for free or reduced-price meals. Please send in an application.

• WILL THE INFORMATION I GIVE BE CHECKED? Yes. In accordance with program regulations school officials will be verifying the income of some households at some time during the school year. Selected households will be requested to provide income documentation in order to continue receiving free and reduced-price meals.

• IF I DON’T QUALIFY NOW, MAY I APPLY LATER? Yes, you may apply at any time during the school year. For example, children with a parent or guardian who becomes unemployed may become eligible for free and reduced-price meals if the household income drops below the income limit.

1. WHAT IF I DISAGREE WITH THE SCHOOL’S DECISION ABOUT MY APPLICATION? You should talk to school officials. You also may ask for a hearing by calling or writing to: Valerie Heine at vheine@glenwood.org

1. MAY I APPLY IF SOMEONE IN MY HOUSEHOLD IS NOT A U.S. CITIZEN? Yes. You, your children, or other household members do not have to be U.S. citizens to apply for free or reduced-price meals.

1. WHAT IF MY INCOME IS NOT ALWAYS THE SAME? List the amount that you normally receive. For example, if you normally make $1000 each month, but you missed some work last month and only made $900, put down that you made $1000 per month. If you normally get overtime, include it, but do not include it if you only work overtime sometimes. If you have lost a job or had your hours or wages reduced, use your current income.

1. WHAT IF SOME HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS HAVE NO INCOME TO REPORT? Household members may not receive some types of income we ask you to report on the application or may not receive income at all. Whenever this happens, please write a 0 in the field. However, if any income fields are left empty or blank, those will also be counted as zeroes. Please be careful when leaving income fields blank, as we will assume you meant to do so.

1. DO I HAVE TO PROVIDE MY SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER? Only the last 4 digits of the social security number of the household’s primary wage earner or another adult household member (or an indication of “none”) is required.

1. MAY I DECLINE BENEFITS? Yes. Households notified of their children’s eligibility must contact Allan Cott School or school if they choose to decline the free meal benefits.

1. WHAT IF ALL CHILDREN ELIGIBLE FOR BENEFITS ARE NOT ON THE NOTICE OF ELIGIBILITY LETTER? If children or households receive

benefits under Assistance Programs or Other Source Categorically Eligible Programs and are not listed on the notice of eligibility and are not notified by the school of their free meal benefits, the parent or guardian should contact the school or should submit an income application.

1. WE ARE IN THE MILITARY. DO WE REPORT OUR INCOME DIFFERENTLY? Your basic pay and cash bonuses must be reported as income. If you get any cash value allowances for off-base housing, food, or clothing, it must also be included as income. However, if your housing is part of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative, do not include your housing allowance as income. Any additional combat pay resulting from deployment is also excluded from income.

1. WHAT IF THERE ISN’T ENOUGH SPACE ON THE APPLICATION FOR MY FAMILY? List any additional household members on a separate piece of paper, and attach it to your application. Contact Valerie Heine, 150 Glenwood Lane, Birmingham, AL 35242 (205) 795-3264, vheine@glenwood.org to receive a second application.

1. MY FAMILY NEEDS MORE HELP. ARE THERE OTHER PROGRAMS WE MIGHT APPLY FOR? To find out how to apply for Alabama

SNAP or other assistance benefits, contact your local assistance office or call (800) 382-0499.

If you have other questions or need help, call (205) 795-3264.

Sincerely,

Valerie Heine

Nondiscrimination Statement

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

1. mail:
   U.S. Department of Agriculture
   Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
   1400 Independence Avenue, SW
   Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or
2. fax:
   (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or
3. email:
   Program.Intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

USDA NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly.

In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

1. mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture
   Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
   1400 Independence Avenue, SW
   Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or
2. fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or
3. email: Program.Intake@usda.gov

 This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Departamento de Agricultura de Estados Unidos

Declaración de no discriminación

De acuerdo con la ley federal de derechos civiles y las normas y políticas de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de los Estados Unidos (USDA), esta entidad está prohibida de discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad, edad, o represalia o retorsión por actividades previas de derechos civiles.

La información sobre el programa puede estar disponible en otros idiomas que no sean el inglés. Las personas con discapacidades que requieren medios alternos de comunicación para obtener la información del programa (por ejemplo, Braille, letra grande, cinta de audio, lenguaje de señas americano (ASL), etc.) deben comunicarse con la agencia local o estatal responsable de administrar el programa o con el Centro TARGET del USDA al (202) 720-2600 (voz y TTY) o comuníquese con el USDA a través del Servicio Federal de Retransmisión al (800) 877-8339.

Para presentar una queja por discriminación en el programa, el reclamante debe llenar un formulario AD-3027, formulario de queja por discriminación en el programa del USDA, el cual puede obtenerse en línea en: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027s.pdf, de cualquier oficina de USDA, llamando al (866) 632-9992, o escribiendo una carta dirigida a USDA. La carta debe contener el nombre del demandante, la dirección, el número de teléfono y una descripción escrita de la acción discriminatoria alegada con suficiente detalle para informar al Subsecretario de Derechos Civiles (ASCR) sobre la naturaleza y fecha de una presunta violación de derechos civiles. El formulario AD-3027 completado o la carta debe presentarse a USDA por:

1. correo: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; o
2. fax: (833) 256-1665 o (202) 690-7442; o
3. correo electrónico: program.intake@usda.gov

Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

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