Caring Heart Outreach is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Arab, Alabama, dedicated to serving the overlooked and under-served in our rural communities. What began as a small effort to provide clothing and basic supplies has grown into a multi level outreach supporting teens, seniors, and families across Marshall and surrounding counties.
What We Do Today:
At Caring Heart Outreach, we believe dignity should never be a luxury. That’s why we focus on programs that meet essential needs with compassion and respect:
Teen Pantry (BLAST Zone) – Monthly hygiene packs, snacks, and school supplies for middle and high school students, helping teens show up to school with confidence and hope.
Senior Legacy Pantry – Groceries, hygiene items, and wellness support for seniors 65+ living with food insecurity.
🏠 Caring Heart Legacy Center – A new community hub that provides free space to other nonprofits, churches, and agencies for workshops, training, and outreach, strengthening our entire rural community.
♻️ Thrift Store with Purpose – Every used items donated for our thrift store and every purchase helps fund our outreach efforts, turning gently used items into life changing support.
Our Mission:
We are not just meeting immediate needs—we are building a lasting legacy of hope, resilience, and community led change. Every food box, every hygiene pack, every partnership is an investment in a healthier, more connected Alabama.
Why Your Support Matters:
Seniors should not have to choose between groceries, hygiene, and their daily medicines.
Teens should not have to skip school out of embarrassment because they lack basic supplies.
Rural families should not feel forgotten simply because they live far from urban resources.
Your partnership helps us restore dignity, empower families, and build stronger communities across four area.
Call to Action (buttons/links):
👉 Donate Now – Every gift stays local and changes lives.
👉 Volunteer With Us – Join us in making a tangible difference.
👉 Learn More About Our Programs – See how your support impacts lives.
Teen Pantry
Caring Heart Teen Pantry was started to ensure that ALL TEENS have the proper personal hygiene items and food at home so that they can concentrate on being teens and not worried about having basic necessities.
Donating
Does it matter WHERE you donate your items? Yes, it DOES! Not all thrift stores help individuals in need in our communities. Make a direct impact by making a tax deductible donation, not only monetary, but household items that you are no longer in need of.
Volunteering
If you, your church, or your organization would like to get involved and volunteer with our outreach, please give us a call! We have so many ways that you can help.