HOPE Atlanta

Rising hashtag rates, coupled with the SCOTUS Johnson v. Grants Pass ruling, could strain hashtag 's support systems and increase the urgency for solutions. Learn more about the impacts of this "perfect storm" in our latest blog post.

🧡 Please join us in advocating for compassionate solutions and providing essential services to those in need. Visit HopeAtlanta.org to donate today. 🧡

A Perfect Storm: Rising Homelessness and the Impact of Johnson v. Grants Pass Each January, Partners for HOME conducts the Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, a snapshot of Atlanta homelessness on a single night. The recently…

We're thrilled to recognize our Title Sponsors for this year's Heroes for Hope gala: Northside Hospital Healthcare System and QuikTrip (also this year's corporate honoree!). We deeply appreciate your shared commitment to our mission to prevent and end homelessness in and look forward to a terrific event on October 9th.

Interested in joining these outstanding corporate citizens in making a difference? Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and benefits here: https://bit.ly/3Rs1l3d

Heroes for Hope is on October 9th—just 3 months away! 🎉 We can't wait for an unforgettable evening celebrating this year's Heroes who have been instrumental in combating .

📣 There's still time to become a sponsor and join the growing number of corporate leaders stepping up to help address Atlanta's worsening homelessness crisis.

Learn more about sponsorship opportunities and benefits here: https://lnkd.in/gM6hFsvZ

Shoutout to this year's co-chairs, Matt Keith and Tiffany Callaway Ferrell. We appreciate you! 🧡

is on the rise in Georgia, impacting many school-aged children. We provide our clients with Snack Bags and Superpacks to help prevent hunger, but as calls for help increase, we need your help to meet the demand!

Here are 3 ways:

– Pack Snack Bags and/or Super Packs 📦
– Rally friends and family to collect food items 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
– Donate to help us Pack the Pantry 🥫

Visit give.hopeatlanta.org/packthepantry to learn more and make your gift today. 🧡

🇺🇸 Wishing our community a safe and joyful as we continue to work towards a future where all our neighbors can embrace the promise of the American Dream.

Imagine being homeless and facing fines or jail just for falling asleep.💔 We believe being unhoused isn’t criminal—our unjust system is. Agree?

Help us protect “freedom and justice for all” by assisting our unsheltered neighbors with compassionate, humane solutions.

Visit hopeatlanta.org to make your gift today.

Jeffery Palmer recently celebrated 15 years with Hope Atlanta 🎉, but our co-director of housing was impacting lives long before he became an invaluable member of our team. Jeffery has been a social services provider for 40 years, and his passion runs deep. 🧡

“I desire to serve others,” he says. “That is my purpose.”

Jeffery oversees a team that partners with Columbia Residential to provide supportive services to more than 1,000 residents transitioning from homelessness. 🏠 While he has seen our organization and Atlanta community evolve significantly over the years, his steadfast service and leadership have remained constant.

Thank you, Jeffery, for your incredible compassion and dedication! ✨

LGBTQ+ individuals, especially youth, are overrepresented in the homeless population. They also face unique barriers to seeking help, like fear of harassment or trouble finding shelters that respect their gender identity. 💔

This month and every month, Hope Atlanta provides a safe space for our LGBTQ+ neighbors experiencing homelessness. As we celebrate 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍🌈, let’s work toward a future where everyone feels at home in their own identities and communities.

Summer break can be difficult for families experiencing or hunger since millions of Georgia kids lose access to school-provided meals. At Hope Atlanta, we’re seeing an influx of calls for help. Will you answer the call?

Please consider donating to help us stock our community pantry to help meet our neighbors’ basic needs. 🥫🧡

Visit give.hopeatlanta.org/packthepantry to make your gift today!

Pack the Pantry Did you know one in 10 children in Georgia is living in a family that can’t afford basic necessities such as housing and food?  During summer break, millions of children lose access to school-provided meals. Please help us support kids and families experiencing food and housing insecurity.&.....

Hope Atlanta is closed today as we celebrate African American freedom, unity, and equality. Let’s take a moment to reflect on the past as we strive toward a more equitable future in our communities.

We loved hosting our Commons at Imperial Hotel residents for a special breakfast last week.

Happy Father's Day to all the incredible dads and father figures in our village! Thanks for your wisdom, guidance, and unconditional love. 🧡

Thanks to Georgia's Own Credit Union for helping us kick off our Pack the Pantry initiative to prevent summer hunger! 🌞🥫 Along with helping us solicit donations of food and funds, our friends recently served hot meals to women and children and packed hundreds of non-perishable meal kits. 📦

Want to help individuals and families in need? Please visit give.hopeatlanta.org/PackThePantry. 🧡

Hope Atlanta kicks off summer meal program Hope Atlanta is kicking off its summer push to make sure that no kid goes hungry while school is out.

📅 ICYMI: Heroes for Hope returns on October 9th!

We’re looking forward to an incredible evening celebrating Mayor Andre Dickens and QuikTrip, accepted by President Kevin Thornton, instrumental leaders in combating .

For the first time, we will also present a Volunteer Hero of the Year award to Cheryl Naja, retired Director of Pro Bono and Community Engagement at Alston & Bird.

🤝 Interested in sponsoring our flagship annual gala? Please download our sponsorship packet to learn more: https://bit.ly/3Rs1l3d

🧡 Special thanks to this year’s co-chairs, Matt Keith and Tiffany Callaway Ferrell.

The Women’s Armed Services Integration Act was signed on this day in 1948, granting women a permanent place in the U.S. military and the opportunity for careers. Today, we honor the incredible women on our staff who have served in the U.S. , , and . 🇺🇸

Thank you for your service and for being a valuable part of the Hope Atlanta team, Denisha Washington, Kisha Irvins, Tanya Scott, and Victoria Hilliard.🌟

Imagine 20 Mercedes Benz stadiums at full capacity. 🤔 That’s how many people (1.5 million) are food insecure in Georgia, and about a fifth of them are children. The number spikes during summer as low-income kids lose access to school meals.

Ready to make a difference? Help us Pack the Pantry to meet our clients’ basic needs.

Summer break is tough for low-income families. Help Pack the Pantry to meet clients’ basic needs. Imagine 20 Mercedes Benz stadiums at maximum capacity. That’s how many people (1.5 million) are food insecure in Georgia. About 335,720…

Did you know that 1 in 10 kids in lives in a household struggling to afford essentials like housing and food? By donating Snack Bags or Superpacks, you can help children and families in need!

Please swipe for instructions on how to help pack our pantry to support our clients and outreach efforts. Every act of kindness spreads Hope.🧡

Drop Off Location & Hours:
458 Ponce de Leon Ave, NE.
Terrace Level, Atlanta, GA 30308
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Donate: https://bit.ly/4e8aeZo

We're beaming with 🏳️‍🌈Pride🏳️‍🌈 after today’s announcement that our CEO, Julio Carrillo, has been named to Mayor Andre Dickens’ Mayor’s LGBTQ Advisory Board!

In a time when the LGBTQ community faces threats from some institutions, the City of Atlanta is boldly standing for inclusivity and Hope. We’re honored and excited that our leader is among those carrying the torch.

Congratulations to Julio, Co-Chairs Dr. Alie Redd and David Roemer, and all of the new board members! 🌟 https://bit.ly/45fDd9R

🌟 Meet Sarina Marsh, who joined Hope Atlanta as Director of Community Engagement in April! Learn more about Sarina's journey, inspiration, and vision for the future of Hope Atlanta's volunteer program.

We're thrilled to have Sarina leading the charge to expand our volunteer program to reach even more neighbors in need! Stay tuned for more details and volunteer opportunities.

Hope Atlanta is closed today as we remember and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. 🇺🇸 Wishing you a safe and restful Memorial Day.

Seeing young people give back always fills us with Hope! 🧡 We want to recognize a very special volunteer who has been serving at Hope Atlanta since last July: Melani Macik! Melani is a beloved presence at the Women’s Community Kitchen, where she has volunteered every Wednesday morning despite keeping a busy schedule as an honors student and psychiatric research intern.

"Developing a connection with the ladies is the most rewarding part of volunteering," she says. "There are people who expect to see me. They remember me, and I remember them, and I check to see how their health is doing."

Menani, you’ve been such a bright light to us and our clients. We’ll miss you when you head to Yale this fall to start your Ph.D, but your kindness and compassion will leave a lasting impact. Thank you! 🌟

Learn more about Melani’s contributions and story on our blog. ⬇

Star neuroscience student puts Hope into practice at the Women’s Community Kitchen May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the close relationship between mental health disorders and homelessness. Georgia…

Did you know Hope Atlanta offers housing assistance for TANF recipients and those who've applied to ?

Please swipe to learn more about our eligibility requirements, the documents you'll need to apply, and what to expect.

If your family needs help with rent and meets these guidelines, please contact us by completing the form: https://bit.ly/3QLCBCL

The best Mother’s Day gifts don’t always come in packages.

Did you know you can donate to honor a loved one, like an incredible mom or mother figure? Your gift in her name will support those facing in our communities!

Here's how to get started:

✅ Visit our donation page https://bit.ly/3UwvTBB

✅ Choose your amount and click the “Dedicate” checkbox

✅ Enter her contact information and a personalized message, and choose your e-card design

Thanks for spreading Hope. 🙂

was one for the books! We appreciate everyone who attended our Young Professionals Board's annual Spring fundraiser to enjoy live music from The Psycodelics. 🎶

You helped raise nearly $12,000 to support our mission! Our CEO, Julio Carrillo, and Chief Development Officer, Kellie Glenn, took the stage to share how our collective efforts are making a difference for neighbors facing or housing insecurity.

We want to thank our Hope Atlanta YPB Board Chair, Mandy Eidson, and Vice Chair, Will Jourdan, for planning this incredible event. If you missed HOPE Fest but would like to contribute to their efforts, click here: https://bit.ly/3W5bJkJ

We hope to see everyone again next year! 🧡

Need a meaningful gift idea that shows her how much she inspires you? An honorary gift is perfect for celebrating your mom or mother figure! 🎁

Here’s how to make her day while making a difference to families and individuals facing :

✅ Visit our donation page https://bit.ly/3UwvTBB

✅ Choose your amount and click the “Dedicate” checkbox

✅ Enter her contact information and a personalized message, and choose your e-card design

🧡 Thanks for your gift of compassion! 🧡

Requesting help from our village! 🙏

We’re quickly running out of snack packs, a critical resource we provide for clients at our Community Pantry, Women’s Community Kitchen, and in our outreach efforts.

Please drop off the following items and/or assembled snack packs at our office Mon-Fri between 9 AM and 5 PM. Thanks for your unwavering support. 🧡

✅ 1 Cereal bar
✅ 1 Pack of crackers
✅ 1 Apple sauce or fruit squeeze
✅ 1 Packet of oatmeal or instant grits
✅ 2 Entrees (ravioli, ramen, soup, canned/pouch chicken or tuna, etc.)

We're so grateful for partners like Carter's who repeatedly show up to lend a helping hand. Thanks to this wonderful group that recently volunteered at the Women's Community Kitchen and the entire organization for your steadfast support over the years! 🌟

Homelessness and issues often go hand-in-hand; 45% of the clients we served last year had behavioral health challenges. 🏠 That’s why we’re making mental health services integral to our approach, including our work with clients at . 📋

Read our latest field report to learn more about the in-house behavioral health services we're introducing under the leadership of esteemed licensed clinical social worker Dr. Edward Valentin, plus more exciting developments in the effort to end homelessness. https://bit.ly/3xwHFUP

cc: Partners for HOME

Homelessness and hunger go hand in hand, especially during the summer when families with children lose access to school meals. Chief Programs Officer Elizabeth Banks spoke to 11Alive about the recent increase in the demand for services.

Want to help families facing summer food insecurity? Your donation to Hope Atlanta supports programs like the Women’s Community Kitchen and food distribution to meet our neighbors’ basic needs. Visit our website to provide help today: hopeatlanta.org

Metro Atlanta groups prepare to combat summer childhood hunger, increase in need Hope Atlanta is already tracking an increase in need with summer around the corner.

Join us on Saturday, May 4th for HOPE Fest 2024 hosted by our Young Professionals Board. Enjoy food trucks and live music by the local funk band, The Psychodelics!

When: Doors open at 7 p.m. on May 4th (21+)

Where: Aisle 5 in Little 5 Points

Why: All proceeds go towards our mission to prevent and end homelessness in Atlanta.

Secure your 🎟️ now: https://bit.ly/3W5bJkJ

Early in her social services career, Alexia Hunter received sage advice that would change her outlook and trajectory: Work with a population you’d never see yourself working with. Now a master-level social worker and SSVF Program Supervisor at Hope Atlanta, Alexia embodies the growth mindset she encourages clients to adopt along their journeys out of .

Alexia was recently promoted to supervisor after starting as a Hope Atlanta case manager. She estimates she’s housed or prevented homelessness for about 60 , all with unique challenges and circumstances.

“It’s like doing a puzzle, trying to connect them so they’re becoming knowledgeable, so once we’re out of the picture, they can be the best version of themselves.”

Factors like behavioral health issues, injuries, and the challenges of transitioning to civilian life put Veterans at greater risk of homelessness. Alexia and her team embrace a housing-first approach where they work to overcome barriers to housing, like finding willing landlords, while addressing the underlying causes of homelessness and building self-sufficiency.

“I wish people knew that it’s a journey,” she says. “It’s not a one-size-fits-all. Just because they’re housed doesn’t mean everything is fixed. We have to do financial literacy, budgeting, and help them communicate with landlords.”

Alexia and her team’s day-to-day work is not easy, but Alexia believes the good outweighs the bad. She recalls a particularly uplifting experience from late last year, when one of her first clients and her four children moved into their new home just before the holidays.

“They were able to get in and decorate everything,” she says.

Alexia, congratulations on your well-deserved promotion! We are fortunate to benefit from your leadership and passion; our Veteran clients are, too.