February 2022 - Helping Neighbors in Need in Sandy Springs & Dunwoody Since 1987 |
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Oh, my goodness! Our community has pushed us through CAC's “Strengthen Our Foundation” Campaign goal in 2021 and we have raised more than $900,000! This allows us to build out and improve three of our facilities to better serve clients. We are close to moving into our new facility on Northwood Drive in south Sandy Springs. Renovations are under way at CAC’s HQ building at 1130 Hightower Trail and 8607 Roswell Road. We want to express our sincere appreciation for all who are supporting the campaign and these important initiatives including, the Association of General Contractors of Georgia Young Leadership Program, congregations, businesses, many individuals and funders such as the Fraser-Parker Foundation, James M. Cox Foundation, Joseph B. Whitehead Foundation, and the Tull Charitable Foundation. Thank you!
Our ability and opportunity to serve our neighbors in need are greatly enhanced by these new and upgraded facilities. Nicer, and more usable for clients like Chloe. This single mother just needed help through the crisis when her baby and mother got sick, and she lost her job because she had to care for them. We helped her through the roughest patch with some rental assistance and food from the food pantry. She is now working with staff in our Career Center to find another source of income. Could not do it without you guys!
Come see us at 1130 Hightower. I’ll put the coffee on...Francis, CEO
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Announcing CAC's 20th Annual Vintage Affair October 22, 2022 |
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SAVE THE DATE for Vintage Affair 2022, an Ocktoberfest Celebration with German inspired foods, beer and wine as well as fun giveaways, to be held at Mercedes-Benz USA Headquarters on October 22, 2022. We hope to raise $250,000 at the Vintage Affair this year to support CAC's mission of preventing homelessness and hunger. More Information
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Client Services 2021: A Year of Rebuilding |
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During 2021, CAC focused on reopening and rebuilding operations for all services. We are thrilled to share the outcomes from our collective efforts. The Food Pantry and Thrift Shop operated 3 days-a-week during the first half of the year. Financial Assistance and Adult Education opened for in-person services in June; virtual access continues to be offered. In the second half of the year, CAC served on average 180% more individuals than the first half. A total of 5,984 individuals from 2,299 households were supported by CAC services which prevented homelessness and alleviated hunger for our neighbors in need last year. More information
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The Career Center Assists Single Parent with Job Opportunities |
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George Northrop, the Career Center Director, reached out to the Recruitment Director/Talent Division for Fulton County Schools and discovered they have a great need for teachers. Simultaneously, a client looking for a full-time job was referred to him by the Client Services Team. Tania, who has a 5-year old daughter, needed a job with flexibility. Her resume included experience with Special Needs children, so George forwarded it to the Fulton County Recruitment Director. Tania was quickly connected to schools in the area and was recently offered a job at Ison Springs where her daughter attends. Tania is appreciative of CAC’s support and recognizes that getting a job in the school system is a great career step, as they offer many opportunities for advancement. More Information.
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CAC’s Semi-Annual Thrift Shop Sale
ALL winter clothing 50% off March 2-3
ALL winter clothing $1 each March 4-5
STORE CLOSED Monday, March 7
SPRING REVEAL Tuesday, March 8
CAC’s thrift shop is one of Atlanta’s best kept secrets for fabulous finds! The upscale retail thrift shop offers a wide selection of new, gently worn, and designer shoes and clothing for everyone in the family, as well as accessories, home goods and furniture. New items are received daily, so shop often and take advantage of this amazing Semi-Annual Sale! More Information
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Chattahoochee 10K & 5K Offers CAC Registration Discount |
The Chattahoochee Road Race 5K in Sandy Springs returns on Saturday, March 5th! This is one of the fastest races in Georgia with a downhill finish and a great Peachtree Road Race seeded qualifier! Portions of race proceeds support CAC!
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MLK Day Food Drive in Dunwoody Benefits CAC |
Dunwoody Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the Dunwoody-Atlanta Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., recognized Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a community food drive and volunteer service projects. The “Souper Bowl of Caring” food drive began on Dec. 1 and culminated with the City’s sixth annual Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Day of Service on Monday, Jan. 17, 2022. A special thanks to Jack and Jill for coordinating the food drive and to Dunwoody United Methodist Church for collecting 2,600 pounds of food. |
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Donate Food to CAC for the Food 'n Fun Challenge |
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Join the fun and organize a food drive anytime throughout the year. CAC provides supplemental fresh food and shelf staples to more than 500 families a month. You can help by collecting food with friends, family, school mates, your business or congregation.
Annually in May, we celebrate groups who collect the most food to help our neighbors in need.
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Give Time to Help Others in Need |
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CAC is seeking volunteers interested in helping our neighbors who experience financial difficulties. The south Sandy Springs Branch on Northwood Drive opens in April and there will more opportunities to serve close to where you live! Available opportunities include:
Financial Assistance
Food Pantry
Upscale Thrift
Seasonal Programs
Adult Education
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Contact Us
Assistance
Food Pantry - Upscale Thrift
8607 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
Adult Education - Business Office
1130 Hightower Trail, Sandy Springs,GA 30350
Branch Office
5 Dunwoody Park South, Bldg 5 Suite 113, Dunwoody, GA 30338
Mailing Address
PO Box 501298, Atlanta, GA 31150
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Funding for CAC is provided in part by the City of Sandy Springs, Fulton County Human Services
and the United Way of Greater Atlanta.
Community Assistance Center provides basic needs assistance for neighbors to prevent homelessness and hunger while promoting self-sufficiency and empowering them to thrive.
CAC works to prevent homelessness and hunger locally with the support of 28 congregations of all faiths, public and private grants, civic organizations, schools, businesses and individuals. Supporters provide financial resources, in-kind donations and volunteer manpower.
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Shop - Donate - Volunteer |
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Offering Hope
When People Need it the Most
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