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Nonprofit Faces Backlash for Profanity at Church Event

6/20/2025

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Urban Alchemy, the nonprofit tackling homelessness in Birmingham, stirred controversy after using profanity at a church event. City Councilor Hunter Williams condemned the organization, which has received over $1 million in funding, for its choice of language. In response, Urban Alchemy vowed to uphold community values while remaining true to its mission.

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Urban Alchemy, the nonprofit tackling homelessness in Birmingham, stirred controversy after using profanity at a church event. City Councilor Hunter Williams condemned the organization, which has received over $1 million in funding, for its choice of language. In response, Urban Alchemy vowed to uphold community values while remaining true to its mission.