Violence prevention. Resource connection.

Our work brings prevention education, awareness, advocacy, community involvement, and practical resource connection together so people can find trusted organizations and services that meet their needs.

WHAT WE’RE DOING NOW

Active in the work that brings communities together.

Resource connection is only part of what we do. Safe Steps Alabama Community Connections also participates in community projects, awareness efforts, educational initiatives, collaborations, and events that bring people together and promote safer, stronger communities.

RECEIVING ORGANIZATION NEEDED

Jake’s Warmth Annual Blanket Drive

An annual winter drive founded and organized by Priscilla Boyles in memory of her son, Jake Boyles. Blankets, coats, gloves, hats, and scarves will be collected as dates and drop-off locations are determined.

Safe Steps is proud to support, promote, and facilitate this community collection effort. A receiving organization is needed to accept the collected winter items after the drive and help distribute them to individuals or families in need.

Collection dates coming soon

Drop-off locations to be announced

RESOURCE PROJECT

Programs for Kids Directory

Safe Steps has gathered youth and children’s programs into an easier-to-use directory to help families discover opportunities in North Alabama.

The directory currently includes programs in Limestone, Madison, Lauderdale, and Morgan counties, with direct links to original program sources and careful cost labels.

Ongoing

North Alabama

Browse the directory

ONGOING

Violence Prevention & Community Awareness

Education, public awareness, community conversations, advocacy, and resource sharing bring attention to violence and safety issues affecting individuals, families, and communities.

This work addresses violence prevention broadly and evolves as community awareness topics and advocacy efforts change.

Ongoing

Alabama communities

Learn about our mission

ONGOING

Resource Connection

Safe Steps helps people identify organizations, programs, and community resources based on the type of assistance they are seeking.

Outside organizations provide their own direct services. Safe Steps helps people understand what resources exist and how to make those connections.

Ongoing

Alabama

Explore resources

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT / EVENTS

Showing up, listening, and building stronger communities.

Explore upcoming opportunities and a continuing record of Safe Steps Alabama Community Connections’ community involvement, outreach, and collaborations.

Events & Community Collaborations

UPCOMING & CURRENT EVENTS

Upcoming

Community Connections Crew Meeting

Date: 2026-09-17
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: First Baptist Church Madison, Fellowship Hall, 4257 Sullivan St, Madison AL 35758
Host: Safe Steps Alabama Community Connections
Safe Steps Role: community involvement initiative
Category: Community Meeting

A welcoming crew meeting for neighbors to connect, support Safe Steps outreach, and get involved in community action.

Upcoming

6th Annual Community Cookout

Date: 2026-09-20
Time: 4:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: Legacy Park, 6001 Cecil Fain Drive, Huntsville AL
Host: CHILL Huntsville and Stop the Violence
Safe Steps Role: Participating as part of a community collaboration
Category: Community Collaboration

A free family-centered community cookout focused on unity, connection, and neighborhood support.

Upcoming

Athens Veterans Day Parade

Date: 2026-11-11
Time: TBD
Location: Athens Alabama
Host: Athens community partners
Safe Steps Role: Safe Steps Alabama Community Connections and Community Connections Crew participating
Category: Community Presence

Safe Steps Alabama Community Connections and the Community Connections Crew are participating in Athens to honor veterans and support community unity.

PAST EVENTS

Past Event | Community Collaboration

From Violence to Solutions: What Can We Do Together?

Date: 2026-08-26
Time: 5:30 PM–7:30 PM
Location: Huntsville Public Library, 3011 Sparkman Dr. NW, Huntsville AL 35810, Meeting Room
Host: CHILL Huntsville & Stop the Violence
Safe Steps Role: Invited Community Panel Participant
Category: Past Event, Community Collaboration, Violence Prevention

A collaborative panel focused on practical violence-prevention solutions, resource connection, and long-term community partnership.