NPU-T Nonprofit Manual Morehouse College Community Revitalization Initiative Catherine A. Williams About This Manual Morehouse College Community Revitalization Initiative (MCCRI) is dedicated to serving the constituents of the NPU-T community. As a part of our commitment to servitude, the following directory has been compiled to provide a running list of nonprofits within or in close proximity to NPU-T that are geared towards public assistance. With the creation of this manual, we seek to eliminate the frequency with which residents have to travel outside of the community to utilize certain resources. We hope that this manual is effective in the sense of spreading awareness about resources that are available within Neighborhood Planning Unit T. This manual is especially for the NPU-T area. Disclaimer This listing will be routinely checked and updated to keep the most current information possible. The accuracy of this guide is based on our research; however, we do recommend contacting the agencies listed directly to verify the services offered. If there are any programs that are not included please contact the MCCRI so we may include it. If you have any questions regarding the guide or wish to have your agency added please contact us via the information listed below: Morehouse College Community Revitalization Initiative 830 Westview Drive Southwest Atlanta, GA 30314 (404)215-2705 Please be aware that all organizations are listed in alphabetical order. This listing consists of active nonprofit organizations which includes all available information. In addition, we have listed the churches within NPU-T as most churches are listed as nonprofit organizations. Abernathy Tower Senior Homes Contact: Cheryl Braithwaik, Property manager Address: 1059 Oglethorpe Ave. SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Phone: (404)758-5563 Email:[email protected] Mission: To provide affordable housing and care to elderly and handicapped individuals Description: Ralph David Abernathy Tower is a five-story building housing 100 apartments that are available to eligible elderly, disabled or handicapped persons. This beautifully maintained facility located in Atlanta's historic West End includes an office, community room/craft area, a library, a coin-operated laundry facility, and is served by elevators for convenient access to all floors. There are 25 efficiencies, 74 one-bedroom apartments, and a caretaker unit. The on-site property management staff organizes activities, events and excursions for the residents. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development insures and provides rental subsidies for all the residents. Abernathy Towers Tenant’s Association Contact: Cheryl Braithwaik, Property Manager Address: 1059 Oglethorpe Ave. SW Phone: (404)758-9690 Email: [email protected] Mission: Organized and operated exclusively for civic and charitable purposes; specifically including the purpose of helping all tenants of Abernathy Tower. Atlanta Business League Foundation, Inc. Address: 931 Martin Luther King Jr, Dr. Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.atlantabusinessleague.org Phone: (404)584-8126 Email: [email protected] Mission: To enhance the business community at large, to encourage civic pride, and to reinvest community money within the community. Description: ABL was established as an affiliate of the National Business League which was founded by Dr. Booker T. Washington. It was founded to enhance the African American Business community at large. ABL seeks to provide empowerment and business development opportunities for minorities throughout the metropolitan Atlanta area, especially those of African Americans. Atlanta Harm Reduction Coalition, Inc. Contact: Blanchard Cooke Address: P.O. Box 92670 Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.atlantaharmreduction.org Phone: (404)817-9994 Email: [email protected] Mission: Community based prevention and wellness organization committed to improving overall health and wellbeing of marginalized individuals and communities. Activities: Clothing Closet, Meals, Hygiene Kits, computer lab Atlanta T.O.U.C.H. Contact: Clarence Williams Address: Call for current address Website: www.atlantatouch.org Phone: (404)758-9690 Email: [email protected] Mission: Touching Lives by helping men and women transition from dependence to independence. Activities: Atlanta Training Opportunities and Ultimate Careers for the Homeless (T.O.U.C.H.), Inc. (Aunt Virginia House) serves the transitional needs of prison-released and homeless single women and men in the Metro Atlanta area. Provided is a 6-month transitional housing program inclusive of life skills development and basic job skills training. The goal is to locate and secure facilities and financial resources to increase bedding capacity to service 100 women and men per year by the end of three (3) years. AUC Consortium, Inc. Contact: Dr. Sherry Turner, Executive Director & CEO Address: P.O. Box 92527 Atlanta, GA 30314 or 156 Mildred Street Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: http://www.aucenter.edu/ Phone: (404) 523-5148 Email: [email protected] Mission: To provide services and programs to its member institutions. Activities: Dual Degree Engineering program, AUC Orchestra, Career planning and placement service. For more information, visit the website. Benefactors Of Education, Inc. Address: 988 Palmetto Ave. SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.boeatlanta.org Phone: (404)213-8085 Email: [email protected] Mission: To provide substantial support for the underserved students and prospective students in the industry of arts in the form of grants, scholarships, workshops and information helpful to get into the field of fashion and arts. Activities: Scholarship fundraiser titled Men Who Cook Boys to Men Club Contact: Steven Jones, CEO Address: 1236 Lucile Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Phone: (404)758-9260 Email:[email protected] Activities: Function as a Youth Community Service Club Central Community Services Contact: Dr. Brenda Davis Rowe, CEO Address: 501-7 Mitchell Street SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.centralministries-umc.org Phone: (404) 525-8340 Email: [email protected] Central Ministries Early Learning Center Contact: Wuandalyn Dabney, Center Director; Pam Trice, Program Coordinator Address: 501 Mitchell street SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Phone: (404) 525-8340 Email: [email protected] Mission: To maintain an early childhood program that takes into account basic factors of child development, family life and social settings which contribute to the development of the whole while helping each child reach his/her highest potential. Description: Following the mission, The Learning Center believes that the method of child development enhances the growth of a child during the first five years, and enables each family to remain an integral part of all Central Ministries. For more information, contact the Learning Center. Clark Atlanta University Address: 223 James P. Brawley Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Phone: (404) 880-8000 Email: [email protected] Mission: To prepare a diverse community of learners to excel in their chosen endeavors and to become responsible, productive, and innovative citizen leaders, locally and globally. Community Council of Metropolitan Atlanta Contact: Norma Barnes Address: 80 Walnut Street Website: www.communitycouncilma.org Phone: (404)935-5859 Email: [email protected] Mission: To advocate, formulate, mandate and coordinate programs and resources that empower and improve the quality of life for individuals and communities in the metropolitan area. Activities: Success for teen’s workshop. Please check the website for more details. Community & Housing Initiatives Corporation Contact: Melanie D. Wofford Address: 560 Larkin Street SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.communityhousingcorps.org Phone: (678)698-7565 Email: [email protected] Mission: Sowing seeds to foster opportunities for growth Community Voices Healthcare for the Underserved Contact: Melva B. Robertson, Health Communications Specialist Address: 720 West view Dr. Website: www.communityvoices.org Phone: (404) 752-8649 Email: [email protected] Mission: To develop a diverse group of public health leaders, foster and support leadership strategies and influence policies and practice toward the reduction and ultimate elimination of disparities in health with the focus on neglected diseases and underserved populations, while giving priority to health promotion and disease prevention. Activities: Office of Behavioral Health, Center of Excellence for Sexual Health, and Health Policy Program. Divine Universal Sisterhood Inc. Contact: Yahfa Irsasel Address: 879 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd Phone: (404)752-5194 Email:[email protected] Mission: Domestic Non-Profit Corporation GA State Medical Association Contact: Warren S. Hutchings, President – GSMA Kimberly Williams, Executive Director - GSMA Address: 720 West view Dr SW Website: http://gsmanet.org/ Phone: 404-752-1564 Mission: To advocate for policies and legislation designed to narrow health the health disparities gap for Georgia residents Georgia Association of Special Programs, Inc Contact: Yolanda McColumn Address: 830 Westview Dr. Atlanta, GA 30314 Unit 134 Website: www.gaspp.us Phone: Must contact each college directly Email: [email protected] Activities: Provides Trio Summer Programs. Please visit College website for more information. Gift Transitional Home, Inc. Contact: Christine Nwankwo Address: 2001 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Phone: (404) 564-6486 Email: [email protected] Mission: Description: Gift Transitional Home provides transitional housing to males and females 18 years and above who are transitioning from homelessness. Fees are based on a sliding scale range according to income. Goodwill 888 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd Contact: Cornella Lashore Address: 888 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: http://www.goodwill.org Phone: 404-755-6440 Mission: We help people who are looking for work or better jobs so they can better provide for their families. Hammonds House Contact: Myrna Anderson-Fuller, Executive Director Address: 503 Peeples St SW Website: http://www.hammondshouse.org Phone: 404-612-0482 Email: [email protected] Mission: Hammonds House Museum and Resource Center of African American Art is a fine arts venue whose mission is to preserve, exhibit, and increase public awareness about the contributions that visual artists of African descent have made to world culture. Programs: *Five to six exhibitions are mounted annually interspersed with presentations from the permanent collection. *Each exhibition is introduced by way of an opening and artist/curator talk. The opening talk which is videoed is made available for viewing throughout the length of the exhibition. An interactive children's handout, "Viewpoint," is developed to help young people enjoy and learn about the exhibition artist and medium. *Educational outreach programs, utilizing local and national artists, scholars, critics and cultural experts provide public seminars, lectures and workshops. *Supplemental programming of cultural or artistic relevance are presented to support the mission. *Special children's programming includes a variety of activities to include printmaking and collage workshops, hands-on sessions with tours, Kwanzaa and holiday sessions and a summer camp. *The Resource Center houses books, articles, catalogues, slides, films, videos, microfiche, and computer database files on artists' histories. The Center is available by appointment. Website Hope for a New Generation Atlanta Address: GA P.O. Box 92040 30314 Website: http://hopeforanewgeneration.community.officelive.com Phone: 404-641-3694 left a message not sure if it’s the organization or not Email: [email protected] Mission: Hope for a New Generation is a nonprofit organization that collaborates with other youth organizations in order to give the youth opportunities to travel, participate in exchange programs as well as participate in music, dance, arts performances, and improve their ability to compete academically with their peers. This effort will help the youth understand cultural diversity at both the national and international levels, develop inter-cultural learning skills, academic excellence and participate in the preservation of their own cultural. Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless Program, Inc. Contact: Chrystal Thomas Address: 1035 Donnelly Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: http://www.hoseafeedthehungry.com Phone: 404-755-3353 Email: [email protected] Mission: To support the basic needs of the homeless and working poor with the goal of providing immediate assistance to restore them to their life paths of self actualization. Through year round activities clients and partner organizations receive food, housing referrals, cleaning supplies, toiletries and clothing. Interdenominal Theological Center, Inc. Address: 700 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.itc.edu Phone: (404)527-7700 Email: [email protected] Mission: To educate Christian leaders for ministry and service in the church and the global community. Activities: Youth Hope Builders Academy, TheoEcology, Black Women in Church & Society, Gardner C. Taylor Archives Johnson C. Smith Theological Seminary, Inc Contact: Rev. Paul T. Roberts, President/Dean Address: 700 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.itc.edu Phone: (404)527-7782 Email: [email protected] Activities: Member of the consortium of the six Protestant seminaries known as the I.T.C. Joseph E. Lowery Institute For Justice & Human Rights, Inc Address: 592 Beckwith Street SW #B Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.loweryinstitute.org Phone: (404)524-8406 Email: [email protected] KIPP Strive Primary Address: 80 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd, NW Atlanta, GA 30314/1444 Lucile Ave. SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: http://www.kippways.org/ Phone: (404)753-1530 Mission: KIPP Academy was created to prepare students for top quality high schools and colleges. Learn To Grow, Inc Contact: Tyrone Bell Address: 659 Cascade Ave. Website: learntogrow.org Phone: 404-755-8788 Email: [email protected] Mission: Mobilizing communities for change. Activities: Alcohol and drug prevention, no set schedule for activities, Have Discussions at health fairs and at town hall meetings. They also schedule and have education classes on alcohol and drug prevention. Leon Goodrum Foundation Contact: Leon Goodrum, Founder Address: 1176 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd SW Website: www.leongoodrumfoundation.com Phone: (404)758-4125 Email: [email protected] Mission: To improve the future of students with C’s and D’s by giving them the inspiration, support, and tools they need to overcome their obstacles and become successful; To restore hope, build confidence and foster intellectual and emotional growth. Life Savers Christian Ministry Contact: Pastor Joseph Benton Address: 1250 Donnelly Ave E-1 Website: www.lifesaversministry.com Phone: 770-572-3330 Email: [email protected] Mission: To bring forth life saving messages that edify the soul and to give God’s people hope for a successful future through, and by the powerful word of God. Male Action Coalition, Inc Contact: Rev. Olatungi Lumumba Address: 946 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. Website: www.theshrineonline.org Phone: (404)444-6696 Email: [email protected] Mission: To support the development of positive self esteem, spiritual consciousness and culturally affirming values in young black males, preparing males for the roles they must assume in the family, community, and society. Activities: Mentoring and Rites of Passage School Morehouse College Address: 830 Westview Drive SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.morehouse.edu Phone: (404)215-2632 Email: [email protected] Mission: to produce academically superior, morally conscious leaders for the conditions and issues of today, whether “today” is post-Civil War or turn of the new millennium. Morehouse College National Alumni Association Contact: Guy Richardson, Secretary Address: 830 Westview Drive SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.morehousecollegealumni.com Phone: (404)215-2657 Email: [email protected] Mission: To foster, advance, and support the interests and welfare of Morehouse College in accordance with its ideals, principles, and traditions. Morris Brown College Contact: Dr. Stanley J. Pritchett, Sr., President Address: 643 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.morrisbrown.edu Phone: (404)739-1000 Email: [email protected] Mission: To provide educational opportunities in a positive and nurturing environment that will enable its students to become fully functional persons in our global society. Morris Brown College National Alumni Association Contact: Todd Blackburn Address: 643 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.morrisbrownalumni.org Phone: (404)739-1030 Email: [email protected] Mission: To promote the best interest of Morris Brown College toward the continuous attainment of its mission by providing an organization where alumni may promote good relations between alumni and college, aid in recruitment, organize and mobilize the collective strength of alumni toward generating financial support. National Lighthouse Youth Foundation Inc Contact: J.R. Henderson, Founder Address: 882 B Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.nlhf.org Phone: (404)653-0781 Email: [email protected] Mission: To provide a continuous and intermittent path for all youth. Activities: Assistance to high school students in obtaining College education; serves as an advocate for youth within the foster care system; Readying college grads for rewarding and competitive workforce placement. Robert W. Woodruff Library OF The AUC, Inc Address: 111 James P. Brawley Dr. SW Atlanta, GA 30313 Website: www.auctr.edu Phone: (404)978-2000 Email: [email protected] Mission: To serve the Atlanta University Center schools and support scholarly research Spelman College Address: 350 Spelman Lane S.W. Atlanta, GA 30314-4399 Website: www.spelman.edu Phone: (404) 681-3643 Email: [email protected] Mission: Dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts and sciences and the intellectual, creative, ethical, and leadership development of its students. Spelman empowers the whole person to engage the many cultures of the world and inspires a commitment to positive social change. Sister Song, Inc Address: 1237 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: www.sistersong.net Phone: (404)756-2680 Email: [email protected] Mission: To amplify and strengthen the collective voices of indigenous women and women of color to ensure reproductive justice through securing human rights. Activities: Educating women of color on reproductive and sexual health and rights; Works toward access of health services, information, and resources that are culturally and linguistically appropriate through integration of the disciplines of community organizinelf help, and human rights education. The Southwest Ecumenical Emergency Assistance Center Mission: To provide services in four areas of critical need: Life Skills Enhancement, AntiHunger, Children-at-Risk and Dress for Success Qualifications: Provides service to Georgia residents who live in Southwest Atlanta and reside in zip codes 30310, 30311, and 30331 unless otherwise referred by a partnering church. Phone: (404)756-1699 Email: [email protected] Website: http://sweeacorg00.web707.discountasp.net/ Cost: Call for details Description: Housed within West Hunter Street Baptist Church, SWEEAC provides emergency assistance to Southwest Atlanta citizens facing crisis. The program encourages families to seek ways to strengthen themselves physically, mentally and spiritually. The goal is to empower clients with the tools to once again be self sufficient, productive and contributing members of society. Prior to 2007, about 6,350 people were served in a typical year. Numbers continue to increase as more than 12,626 are served with approximately 150,000 pounds of food being distributed. Call for a list of all programs. The Wren’s Nest Address: 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: www.wrensnestonline.com Phone: (404)753-7735 Email: [email protected] Mission: By preserving the legacy of Joel Chandler Harris and the heritage of African American folklore through storytelling, tours, and student publishing, the Wren’s Nest serves as an educational resource for the community, the greater Atlanta area and visitors from around the globe. Activities: Tours, Gardening, Book readings and releases West End Medical Centers Address: 435 Joseph E, Lowery Blvd. SW Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: www.wemc.org Phone: (404)752-1400 Mission: To provide the highest quality comprehensive health care services which are culturally and linguistically appropriate, accessible, and affordable, focusing on prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment to residents and at-risk populations in the West End and Greater Atlanta areas. West End Merchants Coalition Contact: Charles Williams Address: P.O. Box 11190, Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: http://www.WestEndMerchants.com Phone: (404) 564-6486 Email: [email protected] Mission: It is the mission of the West End Merchants Coalition, Inc. to grow and promote businesses and encourage investment in our West End community. Description: The West End Merchants Coalition, Inc. is a nonprofit community business organization representing business throughout the 30310 zipcode. As a member of the West End Merchants Coalition (WEMC) you will assist in identifying issues that influence business, affect the community’s economic viability, and the quality of life in the West End. Our member meetings are held the last Thursday of every month. Churches: Calvary United Methodist Church Address: 1471 S. Gordon Street/Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: www.umc.org Email: [email protected] Phone: (404)753-8151 Program(s): Global Health: Mission: Combating the Diseases of Poverty by improving health globally. Description: Call for more details. Ministry with the Poor: Mission: Engaging in ministry with the poor Description: Call for more details. Leadership Development: Mission: Creating new places for new people and revitalizing existing congregation Description: Call for more details. Church Growth & Development: Mission: Developing principled Christian leaders for the Church and the world. Description: Call for more details. Cathedral of Faith Church-God Pastor: Arthur F. Mosley Address: 1137 Avon Avenue Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: cofcogic.org Phone: (404) 752-8960 Program(s): Food Bank Mission: Call for more details. Hours: Once a week on Wednesday, from 11-1pm Qualifications: Must live in the zip code area of 30310, 30311, 3015 Phone: (404) 752-8960 Description: Cathedral of Faith Church-God Food Bank is responsible for the acquisition of food, storage, and distribution. This includes the evaluation of inventory and processing orders for each distribution site in the community Clothing Closet Mission: To provide clothing to those in need during emergency situations. Hours: weekly; Wednesday from 11a.m. to 1p.m. Facilitator: Various Church personnel Qualifications: must live in the zip coded area 30310, 30311, 3015 Phone: (404) 752-8960 Description: Clothing Closet is for those who need help obtaining clothing in emergency situations. Central United Methodist Church: Pastor: Byron Thomas Address: 503 Mitchell Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.centralministries-umc.org Phone: (404)524-4263 Program(s): Central Ministries Early Learning Center Mission: To maintain an early childhood program that takes into account basic factors of child development, family life and social settings which contribute to the development of the whole while helping each child reach his/her highest potential. Hours: Office Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm;School Hours: 7:00am - 6:00pm Facilitator: Wuandalyn Dabney, Center Director; Pam Trice, Program Coordinator Qualifications: Phone: (404) 525-8340 Email: [email protected] Description: Following the mission, The Learning Center believes that the method of child development enhances the growth of a child during the first five years, and enables each family to remain an integral part of all Central Ministries. For more information, contact the Learning Center. Community Church of God Pastor: Michael Allan Smith Website: www.ccogatl.org Address: 850 Cascade Rd. SW Atlanta, GA 30311 Phone: (404)755-4100 or (404)755-4198 Program(s): Safehouse Mission: To minister to others through service. Hours: The third Sunday every month (Downtown Atlanta) Facilitator: Growth Opportunities Committee Qualifications: Call for more details Description: Community Church partners with Safehouse, an urban outreach in Atlanta, GA to impact the lives of individuals who are in need. The physical and spiritual needs are met through the feeding program and monthly service at Safehouse’s headquarters on Ellis Street in Downtown Atlanta. Nursing Home Visitation Mission: To enrich the lives of many by spreading love to citizens within Sadie G. Mays nursing home. Hours: Weekly event Qualifications: Call for more information Description: Community Church is committed to ministering to the needs of people in every phase of life. Visits are made weekly to Sadie G. Mays Nursing Home to share the love of Jesus. Annie B. Dixon Respite Care Mission: To provide a respite care program for seniors and older adults to engage in a safe, caring, and structured environment that will provide worship, exercise, social interaction and mental stimulation. Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 10 am – 3 pm in the Rudolph Smith Ministry Center Facilitator: Growth Opportunities Ministry Qualifications: Call for details Description: Volunteers will work with seniors and older adults to engage in fun activities. Community Block Party Mission: Community Church’s annual Block Party is our big summertime community fellowship and outreach event. Through partnership with Church on the Street, the community Block Party is also a mission site for volunteers. Hours: Annual event in June. Meets Friday 6:30-8:30 Facilitator: Growth Opportunities Committee Qualifications: Open to the Public Description: There are games, food and lots of activities for the whole family. Information and resources on various topics such as health, wellness and parenting are also available. Community Masjid of Atlanta Address: 547 West End Pl S.W. Website: http://www.communitymasjid.com/ Phone: (404)955-7548 works left message Email: [email protected] The Community Masjid is a 501c3 nonprofit, non-political religious organization with its headquarters in Atlanta, Ga. It is affiliated with the National Community under the leadership of Imam Jamil Al-Amin. The National Community is union of autonomous indigenous masjids that are located thoughout the United States and beyond. Community Masjid Programs: Salah Five Times A Day Janazah Services (burial) Marriages Counseling Arabic Classes New Muslim Classes Seminars on various Topics delivered by International and Indigenous scholars and students of knowledge. Social Committee Martial Arts Classes (mixed gendered male and female) Muslim Scouting programs From the Heart Church Ministries Pastor: Charles W. Starks, Jr. Address: 1583 Westhaven Drive, SW Atlanta, GA 30311 Website: www.fromtheheartatlanta.org E-mail: [email protected] Phone: (404) 755-9995/(404) 755-9982 (fax) Program(s): Men’s and Women’s Fellowship Mission: To bring the men’s and women’s ministries together through love, faith, and food. Hours: third Saturday 8:30a.m. Description: The Men’s and Women’s fellowship ministry hosts breakfast every 3rd Saturday 8:30 a.m. This ministry also hosts events for the entire family. Examples are listed below: Family Fun Night Every 5th Friday 7:00p.m: Family and Friends Weekend June 29- July 1 Gift and Talent Show March 30, 2012 at 7:00p.m. Pre-Marital Counseling: Pre-marital workshop May 25-26 God’s City of Refuge Pastor: Bishop Stilwell Address: 1427 Lucile Ave. Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30310 Phone: 4 4 Program(s): 180 Degree Kitchen Meal Sharing Mission: City of Refuge provides over 19,000 meals per month to needy individuals, including children in COR programs, residents in transitional and shelter facilities, neighbors in the local community and the homeless. Hours: Call for info Facilitator: Tony Johns Phone: 404-564-7747 Email: N/A Cost: N/A Description: God’s City of Refuge Food Bank is responsible for the acquisition of food, storage, and distribution. This includes the evaluation of inventory and processing orders for each distribution site in the community. 180 Degree Kitchen Culinary School Mission: To cultivate students in the area of Culinary Arts while preparing them for real world experience. Hours: Call for info Facilitator: Tony Johns Qualifications: At risk youth ages 18-25 Phone: 404-564-7747 Description: The Culinary Arts School is a 12-week, hands-on training program for 16 to 25 year old students from at-risk environments. Students receive entry level culinary arts training and certification while preparing meals for the programs of City of Refuge. In addition, students will have access to the supportive services offered through the Community Resource Center, as well as the opportunity to attend GED preparation courses. Students who perform well in the classroom will be invited to work available catering jobs for pay. Good Shepherd Community Church Pastor: Richard D. Bright Address: 445 Lawton Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 Phone: (404)758-5856 Program(s): GSCC Urban Farm: Mission: To provide delicious, healthy food to congregants and neighbors alike Hours: Contact for more information Facilitator: Rev. Richard S. Bright Qualifications: Planters must help to care for the garden and must share the harvest with others. Phone: (404)758-5856 Email: Contact the church for details Description: The Urban Farm has a weekly harvest markets take place in front of the church. Food available is available to anyone by donation. Anyone can plant in the garden as long as they help maintain and share the harvest with others. Higher Hope Christian Ministries Pastor: Larry D. Taylor Address: 1450 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SW Atlanta, GA Website: higherhopeministries.org Email: [email protected] Phone: (404)647-6525 Program(s): Sunday School/Bible Study Class Mission: To see people changed in order to change their world, which gives the ability to see beyond the present reality. Hours: Sunday morning Facilitator: Church Pastors Qualifications: Call the Church for more information. Phone: (404)647-6525 Description: Bible study class is taught for every age (Preschool to Seniors and Married Couples). Music Ministry Mission: To create musicians through song and instrumentation to increase worship experience. Hours: Varies Facilitator: Music Ministry coordinator Qualifications: Call for more details Phone: (404)647-6525 Description: Music ministry partakes in Choir, Praise Team and professional teaching of instruments and song. Office of the First Lady Mission: Whether kids or adults, everyone needs time each week with a smaller group of people who can get to know us personally, share life with others, and encourage people to pursue Jesus Christ. Hours: Varies Facilitator: Mrs. Taylor, First Lady of Higher Hope Qualifications: Phone: (404)647-6525 Email: [email protected] Description: This Ministry oversees the Women’s ministry, Benevolence and Outreach, and the Health & Wellness Ministry. Special Events Department Mission: To make each church function seamless by assisting in planning and implementation of structured events. Hours: Varies Facilitator: Contact Church for details Qualifications: N/A Phone: (404)647-6525 Email: [email protected] Description: Special Events assists each ministry by planning, implementing, and publicizing various events. This is also the department to contact if you are interested in renting the facility for events such as concerts, group meetings, or wedding parties. Young Adult Ministries Mission: Youth Ministries hosts exciting events and activities for Christian youth and teens in Atlanta. Hours: Varies Phone: (404)647-6525 Email: [email protected] Description: This ministry offers youth a variety of programming with the ideal of a rewarding experience to mold lives today and Christian leaders for the future. Hillside Chapel & Truth Center Pastor: Barbara L. King Address: 2450 cascade Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: www.hillsidechapel.org/ministries.htm Email: [email protected]/[email protected] Phone: (404)758-6811 Program(s): Adopt-A-School Ministry: Mission: The Mission of Hillside Adopt a School Program is to be an instrument of love and support for public school children in our community and to ensure the success of our children in academics and in life. Hours: Contact for more information Facilitator: Yacine S. Jallow-Forster Qualifications: Must attend a public school within the realm of outreach Phone: (404)758-6811 Email: [email protected] Description: The Hillside Adopt a School Ministry seeks to bridge the gap for the community school struggling to provide the “quality” public school education to which each child is entitled. Through adoption, volunteers from Hillside International Truth Center will affect a nurturing environment for successful learning. The Hillside Adopt a School Ministry provides resources such as mentoring and tutoring programs, self-esteem building activities, and parenting workshops as Hillside volunteers giving of their time, talents, and finances address students’ needs. Hillside Angel Food Ministry: Mission: is to be a food relief program designed to provide access to high-quality food at discounted prices. The program is open to anyone, but is especially beneficial to those who may have fixed or minimal income (such as seniors, college students, etc.). Hours: There are no set or regular meeting dates for this auxiliary. We coordinate a monthly food distribution which generally takes place on the second or third Saturday of every month. Facilitator: LaQuintera A. Hill Qualifications: Special preference given to persons on a fixed or minimal income (college students and Seniors, for example). Phone: (404)758-6811 ext. 24 Email: [email protected] Description: Hillside serves as a host site for the larger (national) Angel Food Ministry outreach program. “We Are One” Couples Ministry: Mission: To learn to be at peace with or without children, to learn self-worth, to appreciate a mate’s worth, and to discuss any challenges and joys with honesty, love, and truth. Hours: 2nd Sunday, bi-monthly, 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm Facilitator: Aliya Wade, Reverends Franky and Susie Lee Qualifications: Married Couples Phone: (706) 453-0770/770-309-0276 Cost: Call for details Description: A support group based on the belief that marriages need a vision of what will be tomorrow and how to be together; which produces the desire to make a spiritual commitment to stay together. The couples within the group support each other by attending regularly scheduled meetings, workshops, seminars, social events, retreats and to fellowship with each other. Freedom Ministry: Mission: The Mission of the Hillside Freedom Ministry is to give support and spiritual encouragement to the incarcerated. Hours: 2nd Saturday of each month 12:30-2pm Facilitator: Gloria Parker Qualifications: Call for details Phone: (404)758-6811 Description: It is to reveal undetected and undeveloped potentials of all persons in prison, jail, halfway houses, detention centers and transitional centers. Spirit of Brotherhood: Mission: call for details Hours: every Tuesday in the King Chapel at 7pm. Facilitator: Lawrence Wade Qualifications: Call for more details Phone: (770) 309-0277 Email: [email protected] Cost: Call for details Description: Spirit of Brotherhood is a men’s auxiliary comprised of individuals who come together to share, fellowship, pray and serve through various activities designed to enhance spiritual foundation. Top of the Hill Toastmasters Mission: To provide a mutually supportive and positive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth. Hours: 2nd & 3rd Saturday each month, 11:00 AM Facilitator: Terry Thompson, Rev. C.S. Taylor Qualifications: Call for details Phone: (404) 551-2519/(404) 514-6152 Email: [email protected], [email protected] Cost: Call for details Description: Call for more information. Youth of Truth: Mission: Hillside’s Youth of Truth is a ministry committed to helping teens open themselves up to their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual potential through the use of principles as taught by the Master Teacher, Jesus the Christ. Hours: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Sundays, during the 10:30 service Facilitator: Rev. Sharon Hodnett, Andre Prospere Qualifications: Phone: (770)313-2688 Email: [email protected]/ [email protected] Cost: Call for details Description: Teens are taught how to apply these principles in their day to day activities as they continue their quest as well-adjusted, productive, and beautiful adults. Impact United Methodist Church Pastor: Olu Brown Address: 765 Peeples Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: www.impactdoingchurchdifferently.org Email: [email protected] Phone: (404)577-2826 Program(s): Connection Groups: Mission: The purpose is to empower people to connect with each other, build relationships, and realize their God-given potential, thereby leading to transformed lives and communities. Hours: Groups meet each month Facilitator: Varies by Group Qualifications: Visit website for more details Phone: (404)577-2826 Email: [email protected] Description: Connection Groups are small gatherings of people who come together regularly to share with each other, grow spirituality, and help make the community and the world a better place. Groups meet in homes, coffeehouses, and restaurants throughout the Metro Atlanta area and are open to anyone who is interested. You do not have to attend Impact Church. Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church Pastor: Isaiah Joshua, Jr. Address: 1150 Westview Drive Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: http://www.smbcplano.org Phone: (404) 753-7598 Program(s): Tutorial Program Hrs. of operation: August – May Qualifications: Must be a student Facilitator(s): Dr. Luther Rollen & Dr. Henrry Adam Phone #: (404) 753-7598 Human Resource Mission: The mission of the Shiloh Human Resource Ministry is to provide Christcentered, biblically based resources to help people discover their vocational call, career direction, aligned with fulfilling jobs. The ministry purpose is to provide spiritual support to church members and the community reminding all that during our darkest time, GOD has a plan and will reveal as He deems appropriate. Hours: Every other Wednesday 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Clothing Drive and pick up on Saturdays. Facilitator: Dr. Luther Rollen, Dr. Henry Adam Qualifications: N/A Phone: (404) 753-7598 Email: [email protected] His Extend Hands Food & Clothing Pantry Mission: To provide food and clothing to the surrounding community. Hours: Saturdays (except 5th Saturdays) from 10 am – 2pm Facilitator: Dr. Yvonne Hairston Phone: (404) 753-7598 Email: [email protected] Description: His Extended Hands Pantry at Shiloh provides food and clothing to families in our community on a weekly basis. On an average month, the Pantry provides over 100 families with non-perishable grocery items and seasonal clothing. Shrine of the Black Madonna Pastor: Cardinal Mwenda Brown Address: 960 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SW Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: http://www.theshrineonline.org Phone: (404)752-5490 Program(s): Cultural Centers & Bookstores: Mission: To strengthen identification with the Black experience. Hours: Tues- Sat: 11:00-7:00p.m.; Sun.:1:30-2:30p.m. Phone: (404)752-5490 Cost: Varies by product Description: Institutions designed to strengthen identification with the Black experience and build a positive Black identity by maintaining connection to African heritage and culture. Community Service Centers: Mission: To provide quality social services, educational opportunities, recreational activities and cultural programs that can address the practical needs and interests of our community. The Shrine also conducts outreach missions to students in Zimbabwe and South Africa. Hours: Call for details Facilitator: varies by program Phone: (404)752-5490 Cost: Call for information. Description: We even offer educational programs designed to bridge the digital divide by providing Black people with training and skills necessary for the modern technological world. Nursery & Learning Center: Mission: When many are saying black youth won’t learn, the West End Community Learning Center (WECLC) is proving that they will. The WECLC shores up the community’s educational foundation, preparing youth and young adults for a world where education is paramount. Hours: Varies Phone: (404)752-5490 Cost: Call for more information Description: The WECLC’s staff consists of church personnel and volunteers from the nearby Atlanta University Center. The Learning Center hosts several programs and initiatives including the Alkebu-Lan (the most ancient name for Africa) Nursery School and the General Educational Development (GED) Preparation Program. The Alkebu-Lan Nursery School serves preschoolers and students in grades K-2. The Nursery School promotes academic excellence using proven, effective methods of instruction. WECLC also hosts a GED program that assists students at all levels of learning in preparation to pass subjects areas including: Reading Writing Math Social studies Science. Program facilitators assist students with college applications and in raising money for GED testing fees. It is never too late to learn. The GED Preparation Program is open to all who are ready to take the next step in their education. Feed My Sheep (Feeding the Homeless): Mission: The Shrine of the Black Madonna is actively involved in feeding the hungry and building a network of urban co-operative gardens that will provide fresh, wholesome food to the community. Hours: Varies Facilitator: Rev. Toni “Abasi” Hill Qualifications: Contact Facilitator for details Phone: Call the Shrine for more details Email: [email protected] Description: The Atlanta-based, “Feed My Sheep” provides meals for the homeless in West End Atlanta and its surrounding communities. Twice a month, ministers prepare and deliver more than 150 hot breakfasts to sites and directly to those in need. The number of meals prepared has increased over the year, a result of the impact of a difficult economy. Male Action Coalition: Mission: To prepare Black Youth for leadership in a Pan African world community. Hours: Contact for more information Facilitator: Olatunji Lumumba Qualifications: Under the age of 18 Phone: (404)444-6696 Email: [email protected] Cost: Call for details Description: The organization reaches out to black males of all ages. Young men who attend college return to mentor high school seniors, giving them first-hand advice on how to be successful in a collegiate environment. Additionally, T-MAC sponsors SAT courses and guidance for applying for college financial aid. T-MAC, a 501c3 organization, supports the development of positive self-esteem, spiritual consciousness and culturally affirming values in our young black males. The program prepares sons for the roles they must assume in the family, community and society. T-MAC aligns with other mentoring groups that share the same mission. In the past, it has teamed with the program “Let Us Make Men”, to sponsor a bus to conferences in Augusta, Savannah, and Fort Valley, Georgia. St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church Pastor: Father Victor Galier Address: 928 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: http://stanthonyatlanta.org/ Email: N/A Phone: (404)758-8861 Program(s): Health Ministry: Mission: To develop a comprehensive health and wellness center, incorporating physical activities, nutrition education and online services on site for Health Promotion & Disease Prevention. The ministry partners with the Morehouse School of Medicine to provide health services to parishioners. In the spring of 2011, fitness class was started to encourage healthy lifestyles. Description: The Health Ministry works with parishioners to create a faith environment which supports holistic health principals involving physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well being. Its members strive to promote “SHALOM”, which means peace, health and wholeness through principles of healthy living. Knights of Peter Claver: Mission: Members of the Knights of St. Peter Claver strive to render service to God and His Holy Church, render aid and assistance to the sick and disabled, and promote social and intellectual association among our members. Hours: Varies Facilitator: Call for more information. Qualifications: Interested youth must have made their First Holy Communion. Phone: (404)758-8861 Description: Knights of Peter Claver, Inc. is the largest historically African-American Catholic lay organization in the United States. Our Junior Division welcomes Catholic youth between the ages of 7-18. They are organized using the same structure of the Senior Division. Men’s Action Club: Mission: To volunteer for service projects that will contribute to the overall enhancement of the parish. Hours: Varies Facilitator: Andrew Nelson, President Qualifications: contact Andrew Nelson for details Phone: (404)758-8861 Email: [email protected] Description: The Men’s Action Club is a dynamic contributor to the life of the St. Anthony of Padua Church. The men take on service projects to contribute to the parish. At the same time, the club members celebrate friendships among themselves and develop a spirituality that illuminates the challenges of the 21st century. Young Adult Ministry: Mission: To connect young adults with Jesus Christ, the Church, the mission of the Church in the world, and a peer community in which their faith is nurtured and strengthened. Hours: Varies Qualifications: Contact the church for more details. Phone: (404)758-8861 Description: Adults in all stages of life – from single to divorced – are welcome. The Young Adult Ministry has one purpose: to put people like you in contact with other people and programs that respond to your needs. For more information, please contact Ms. Candis Mayweather-Hunter, Group Leader. Youth Religious Education Mission: To give young people a foundation from which their faith grows. Hours: Sunday mornings throughout the school year Qualifications: Teens involved in this ministry have been through Confirmation Phone: (404)758-8861 Description: Children’s church meets each Sunday during the school year. There is monthly children’s church, which gives young individuals an opportunity to hear the Gospel and participate in activities that reinforce the Good News learned in church. Teen Ministry Mission: helps to strengthen the bonds to the Catholic faith for teen-aged youth through religious guidance, programs, discussions, retreats and community outreach Facilitator: Teen Ministry Coordinator Phone: (404)758-8861 Description: Teen Ministry provides leadership that is committed to developing the spiritual, cultural, and social needs of the youth of the parish. Involved teens have been through confirmation and are ready and willing to glorify God to the reality that young people are an important and integral part of the parish community. Warren Memorial United Methodist Church Pastor: Donald K. Reed, Sr. Address: 181 Joseph E. Lowery Blvd. SW, Atlanta, GA 30314 Website: http://www.warrenmemorial.org Email: [email protected] Phone: (404)755-8931 Program(s): Missions/Outreach: Mission: Making Disciples of Jesus Christ through Leadership, Worship and Service Hours: Varies Facilitator: Kenyatta Johnson Qualifications: Call for more details Phone: 404-755-8931 Description: Provides services to the community at large, including students and teachers at M. Agnes Jones Elementary School. West End Church of Christ Pastor: Orpheus J. Heyward Address: 1303 Ralph David Abernathy Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: thewestender.com Phone: (404) 753-6271 Program (s): Marriage Maintenance Ministry Mission: The mission is to provide Christian activities and examine biblical principles that aid husband and wives in their pursuit of developing better marriage/relationships. Hours: varies Facilitator: Dr. Robert Wilson III and Stella Wilson Qualifications: Call for more details Phone: (404) 766-0774 Email: [email protected] Website: www.marriagesmadestronger.com Cost: $180.00 Description: Call for details Youth in Action Mission: To promote a premier environment where every child may obtain the necessary skills and encourage maximizing his or her Christian, academic, and social potential. Hours: varies Facilitator: Adenika Smith Qualifications: Call for details Phone: (404) 273-3405 Email: [email protected] Website: www.TheWestender.com West End Seventh Day Adventist Pastor: Calvin B. Preston Website: westendsdachurch.org Address: 845 Lawton Street Southwest, Atlanta, GA 30310 Phone 4 4 - 9 Program(s): Home Buying Work Shop Mission: To prepare potential home buyers for the venture of buying their own home. Hours: Varies Facilitator: Community Outreach Ministries Qualifications: N/A Phone: 4 4 - 9 Description: Please contact for more details. West Hunter Street Baptist Church Pastor: Toussaint K. Hill, Jr. Address: 1040 Ralph David Abernathy SW Website: www.westhunterstreetbaptist.org Phone: (404)758-5563 Program (s): West Side Community C.M.E. Church Pastor: Rev. Reginald G. Barnes Address: 2114 Martin Luther King Jr. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 Website: westsidecommunitycmechurch.org Phone: (404) 696-5351 Program(s): Food Bank Mission: West Side Community C.M.E. Church Food Bank is responsible for the acquisition of food, storage, and distribution. This includes the evaluation of inventory and processing orders for each distribution site in the community. Hours: Every Saturday of every month from 10a.m. – 2p.m. Phone: (404) 696-5351 Senior Support Group Mission: To provide basic support for senior citizens in need. Hours: Second Tuesday of each month Qualifications: Must be a senior Phone: (404) 696-5351 Description: Call for details. Youth Meeting Mission: West Side Community C.M.E. Church has just a few program listed; I.E. (cub scouts and boy scouts). Hours: Saturday Facilitator: Mr. Donnal Sweet Qualifications: call for more information Phone: (404) 696-5351 Description: Call for more information. We have also compiled a list of active nonprofit organizations of which we could not gather sufficient program information. If you have any information, please notify the MCCRI so the records can be updated. The list is as follows: Choreografitti Inc. College Partners Incorporated Covenant Partners Outreach, Inc. Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (CAU Ministry) Footsteps to Paradise Friends of Retarded Citizens Endeavors Central, Inc. Friends of the Washington Park Annie McPheeters Branch Library GA Violence Prevention Partnership, Inc. Georgia Community Development Corporation Hands Helping Hands Outreach Ministries, Inc. Institute of Church Administration and Management Joel Chandler Harris Association KFM Youth Outreach Initiative, Inc. P.R.T. Outreach, Inc. Atlanta Possibilities Transforming Lives of Children, Inc. Positive Yardage The Trinity 7:16-17 Foundation West End Business Education & Development Center
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