The Link of Cullman County

06/08/2026

Have you applied for SUN Bucks yet? Check out the link below.

No parent should have to worry about how they’ll keep food on the table for their children during the summer months.

That’s why SUN Bucks is such an important resource for Alabama families. Through the Summer EBT program, eligible children can receive a one-time benefit of $120 to help families purchase groceries while school is out.

Most eligible families are enrolled automatically, but if you haven’t received benefits and think your child may qualify, there’s still time to apply! The deadline for 2026 benefits is August 15, 2026.

Visit https://alabama-sunbucks.com/ to complete an online or paper application, or call 800-443-3536 for assistance.

It never hurts to apply or ask if you’re eligible. And please help spread the word by sharing this information with family, friends, neighbors, and anyone who may benefit.

Together, we can help ensure Alabama children have access to the nutrition they need to learn, grow, and thrive all summer long.

06/08/2026

Wishing a very happy birthday to our Board Member, Angela Burns!🎉🎉

Angela has served on The Link’s Board of Directors for the past two years, bringing wisdom, encouragement, and support to every meeting, program, and event she attends. Her positive spirit and servant's heart make a lasting impact on both our organization and the people we serve.

As a dedicated professional with Alabama Farm Credit and a proud mom of two, Angela somehow still finds time to invest in her community and champion our mission. Whether she’s cheering on the Crimson Tide or cheering on The Link, her enthusiasm, compassion, and commitment shine through in everything she does.

Angela, thank you for the heart, insight, and leadership you bring to our team. We are grateful for you and hope your birthday was filled with plenty of reasons to celebrate. Happy Birthday!🎂

06/06/2026

STEAM Camp: A Week

Day 4: Cut Out Art, Rainbows in a Jar, Catapults, and 5-5 Vex AIM Soccer

06/06/2026

STEAM Camp: A Week

Day 3: Alien Cities, Airhorns & Spin Drums, Underwater Fireworks, and 1-1 Vex AIM soccer

06/06/2026

STEAM Camp: A week

Day 2: Water colors, bubble-ology, water balloon drops, and coding Vex 124 Robots

06/06/2026

STEAM Camp: A Week

Day 1 - Tie dying shirts, creating crystals, making magnetic slime, and learning commands on Vex 123 robots

06/05/2026

📣 Friendly Reminder 📣

Our monthly Caregivers Support Group is happening THIS WEDNESDAY June 10th at 9:00 AM at The Link (708 9th Street SE)!

Thinking about joining for the first time? We would love to have you! Here's what you can expect:
☕ Coffee and light refreshments to help you start the morning in a welcoming, relaxed environment.
❤️ Meaningful conversation led by a trained facilitator in a confidential, supportive setting.
🤝 Opportunities to connect with other parents and kin caregivers who understand the unique joys and challenges of this journey.
📝 Helpful resources, referrals, and community connections to take home.

This month's discussion will focus on tackling "Mom Guilt" and those feelings of wondering if you're doing enough, making the right decisions, or carrying a heavier load than you should.

Whether you've attended before or this is your first visit, there's a seat waiting for you. We hope you'll join us! 💙

06/05/2026

The Pantry at The Link served over 300 families just this week alone!
If you would like to help us keep The Pantry stocked and provide your neighbors with great quality food, take a look at the two wishlists below, and send us some food!

Wal-Mart
https://www.walmart.com/registry/RR/67e1274c-5c13-492d-b3ae-6413d58a3a5f

Amazon
https://a.co/05Irdkvu

06/04/2026

"An older gentleman visited The Link looking for food assistance. At the time, I was checking him in and getting brief snippets of his story. He had recently come out of chemotherapy and was in need of food assistance.
I ended up shopping with him that day. As we walked through the pantry, I was hyping up some of the food we had available and sharing recipe ideas for some of our more unusual items like radishes and bok choy. As we talked, he began opening up about his worries regarding cooking and how to prepare meals for himself, which naturally led into more recipe suggestions and conversation.
After we finished shopping, we walked out to his vehicle. As we were loading his groceries, he suddenly began sobbing.
I listened and did my best to comfort him while he shared how harrowing 2025 had been. He told me that just one month before completing chemotherapy, he had lost his wife of 52 years.
He was now trying to navigate life on his own and felt completely lost, especially with cooking. His wife had always handled that part of their household.
He also told me that the kindness shown by me, Mrs. Joy, and several of our volunteers had affected him deeply. He said it made him happy to know he could come here and expect kindness during one of the most difficult seasons of his life.
I am not particularly good at handling moments filled with that much emotion, but I did my best. More than anything, I wanted him to know that he was welcome here and that we would be happy to help whenever he needed us.
He thanked me, thanked The Link, and shortly afterward, drove home with his backseat full of groceries."
A True Neighbor Story by our Food Rescue Coordinator, Blake Ashcraft

06/04/2026

We give away A LOT of Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) in The Pantry on a weekly basis, and we hear often that people have never eaten them or don't know how to cook them!
Here is a quick and simple recipe that anyone can accomplish!
If you have a garbanzo bean recipe that you love, leave it in the comments!