1. Jefferson County Housing Authority (JCHA): The JCHA offers Section 8 housing vouchers, which can be used to rent an apartment from a private landlord. To qualify, you must meet certain income and eligibility requirements. You can apply for a Section 8 voucher through the JCHA website or by visiting their office.
2. Housing Authority of the Birmingham District (HABD): The HABD also offers Section 8 housing vouchers. To apply, you must meet certain income and eligibility requirements. You can apply for a Section 8 voucher through the HABD website or by visiting their office.
3. Birmingham Affordable Housing Coalition (BAHC): The BAHC is a nonprofit organization that works to provide affordable housing to low-income individuals and families. They have a list of affordable housing units available in the Birmingham area. You can search their database on their website or by contacting their office.
4. Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR): The DHR offers a number of programs that can help low-income individuals and families afford housing. These programs include the Housing Choice Voucher Program and the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit program. You can learn more about these programs on the DHR website.
5. Local churches and community organizations: Some churches and community organizations in Birmingham offer affordable housing units. You can contact your local church or community organization to see if they have any affordable housing units available.