Learn Who We Are

Urban Ministries of Durham is a private 501(c) 3 non-profit organization governed by a 18-member Board of Directors with 27 staff members and more than 2,000 volunteers.

Urban Ministries of Durham was developed and is partially supported by a diverse group of faith communities as well as many individuals, foundations, corporations, and levels of government. We're non-proselytizing and welcome guests regardless of their beliefs, religious affiliation, or non-preference. We do offer optional spiritual support, and a chaplain is available to meet with clients for spiritual counseling.

UMD distinguishes itself from other organizations that care for Durham's homeless and impoverished neighbors by serving as a comprehensive service provider of food, shelter, clothing and supportive services for over 6,000 men, women and children annually. We welcome guests with mental illnesses, active addictions, and those seeking outside employment.

News & Needs

May 14, 2013

UMD thanks Bleu Olive, Confections of a Cookie Addict, & The Caudles

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May 1, 2013

Join us for Volunteer Orientation May 9

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April 19, 2013

Strings Attached concert benefiting UMD: Claire Holley May 3

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April 2, 2013

Empty Bowls raises $52,000 for neighbors

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March 19, 2013

Vert & Vogue partners with Urban Ministries of Durham to help women in need

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January 8, 2013

UMD partners with Wheels4Hope

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December 5, 2012

Buy Holiday Honor Cards to benefit neighbors through UMD

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December 5, 2012

UMD thanks Duke Doing Good in the Neighborhood

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November 21, 2012

UMD thanks Beth El Synagogue

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November 19, 2012

Nine men & women graduate from UMD Recovery Program

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October 29, 2012

Magpie event, Rebuilding Lives featured in Durham Magazine

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October 26, 2012

Yiddish Songfest to benefit UMD

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October 12, 2012

Magpie hosts shop for a cause

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July 14, 2012

Run with Wool E. Bull and benefit UMD

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June 15, 2012

Operational Changes A Success

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June 4, 2012

UMD Meets Stewards Fund Challenge

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April 9, 2012

New UMD Staff

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April 4, 2012

UMD Wins Awards for SPENT

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April 4, 2012

May 19 - Fourth Annual Beloved Community

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April 4, 2012

Empty Bowls 2012 a success

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February 14, 2012

Volunteers make a difference! Spring Orientation 2012

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January 3, 2012

Businesses Get Involved with Third Tuesdays Together

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December 15, 2011

Watch: ABC 11 Airs Segment on "Spent"

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