Our Mission
The Urban Ministry Center is an interfaith agency
serving poor and homeless people in Charlotte, NC,
with love, compassion and tangible help.

 

Bridges Out of Poverty Seminars
Part I:  Class Matters
Part II:  Building Relationships
New Dates Announced!
 

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Volunteers Needed for Feb 22-26 Survey
Be part of the solution to ending chronic homelessness in Charlotte.  Here's how:  The Urban Ministry Center's Moore Place,  a sup... Read more

Demand for Services Rising
Since 2007, the number of free, hot lunches served in the St. Peter's Soup Kitchen at the Urban Ministry Center has risen nearly 20%, with demand... Read more

Souper Bowl of Caring
The Souper Bowl of Caring is a national effort led by young people to use Super Bowl weekend as a rallying point to focus attention on hunge... Read more

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2009 Honor Card Features Willie Gray
Determination, pride and dignity best describe Willie Gray, our honor card artist for 2009. At the Urban Ministry Center, we never cease to be amazed at the creativity that arises out of hardship. Originally from Marion, NC, Willie came to Charlotte looking for a new beginning after a downturn in the textile industry. But the new beginning ended in job loss and homelessness. Willie came to the Urban Ministry Center for help and direction. He also found our ArtWorks 945 program, which allowed him to transform his experiences into extraordinary works of art. Willie’s unique depictions of Charlotte’s urban landscape are full of light and life. His strong strokes and vibrant colors... Read more

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Bridges Out of Poverty

Shout Out!

Put your hands together for Marcia Jackson!  By combining her passions for smart shopping, mad couponing and helping others, Marcia has saved Urban Ministry untold dollars while providing food and supplies to our kitchen and our Homeless to Homes residents.  Thank you, Marcia!

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