With the recent cut to SNAP benefits and Atlanta’s rise in food insecurity, our team put together a list of resources to help connect ATLiens with those who can help. So, if you or someone you know is in need of food or a hot meal, we hope this list of trusted organizations can help or someone you know, make it through this holiday season.
What a week to remember! Hands On Atlanta Week 2025 proved, once again, that when Atlantans come together with purpose, amazing things happen.
In partnership with The Same House and their Beloved Benefit Beneficiaries, this year’s Hands On Atlanta Week (October 4 - 11, 2025) brought people from every corner of our city to serve side by side — building connections, transforming spaces, and spreading love through action.
For the 2024 edition of Hands On Atlanta Week, presented by Delta Air Lines, more than 3,000 volunteers supported over 50 nonprofits and schools across 300 projects! The focus for the week prioritized projects around Food Security and Hurricane Helene relief efforts, but volunteers created meaningful impact in all kinds of areas including building bikes, park beautifications, tutoring elementary students and so much more!
We’re excited to introduce our newest Hands On Hunger cohort! Since 2018, in partnership with the Atlanta Community Food Bank, we’ve led 10 cohorts of pantries through our intensive 2 year capacity-building program, with this being our 11th.
We’re excited this month to highlight AmeriCorps Member Amber Moore! Amber is a visionary leader with a passion for helping others. She serves as a Student Support Coach through AmeriCorps, in addition to volunteering throughout Atlanta.
Learn more about her journey to AmeriCorps, and how she’s shaping the future!
We’re excited this month to highlight AmeriCorps Member DeSeana Brockington! DeSeana holds a degree in PR and has a passion for youth advocacy and development. She serves as a Teacher Assistant through AmeriCorps, in addition to volunteering throughout Atlanta.
Learn more about her journey to AmeriCorps, and how she’s shaping the future!
I've always had a genuine passion for community service and helping others, especially youth in discovering, maintaining, and pursuing their dreams and aspirations. I was working in marketing and visual merchandising, and though I enjoyed the work, I didn’t feel like I was operating within my true purpose. I prayed and asked God to use me however He saw fit. Then one day, AmeriCorps appeared on my screen, and I thought to myself, “okay”. Out of faith, I quit my job. Two days later, I received a call from AmeriCorps, and that’s when I knew this was exactly where I needed to be.
I love my students. Every day, they inadvertently remind me to keep going, even when things get a little dicey. They help me stay connected to my childlike side, all while teaching me how to be a better influence and a better human being.
“I love the diversity. I’m from Savannah, Georgia, and I’ve never been exposed to so many people of color with different hobbies, aspirations, and lifestyles who yet still respect, support, and include one another.”
I want to use my platform and draw on the resources I’ve gained from my experiences and pay it forward to individuals, families, and communities in need.
In five years, I see myself serving not only the Atlanta community but also expanding my impact to other states and even countries.
I like to relax and enjoy my rent. Whether that means chilling at home watching All American or Scandal with a plate of food in front of me, or hanging out with my homegirls.
Are you interested in learning more about a year of service through the Hands On Atlanta AmeriCorps program? Click here to see all the program benefits, what you’ll do and more!
Maia leads with heart, purpose, and a spirit that uplifts everyone around her. Whether she’s building connections, stepping up to lead, or lending a hand to her peers, Maia brings intention and positivity to everything she does. She’s a graduate of the University of West Georgia, and a Teaching Assistant through our AmeriCorps program!
We are so excited to introduce you to this month’s AmeriCorps Member Spotlight, Rue Randall!
Rue brings passion, purpose, and a powerful vision to everything she does—from her role as a Teaching Assistant in the classroom to her journey as a graduate student pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching in Elementary Education. With a heart rooted in service and a deep commitment to equity in education, Rue joined AmeriCorps to pour into the very communities that shaped her.
Chase Crosby, an AmeriCorps member and dedicated Student Support Skills coach at ASA Hilliard, brings a unique blend of passion and purpose to his role. With a background in psychology and aspirations to specialize in Clinical Psychology with a focus on children, Chase saw AmeriCorps as the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience while making a meaningful impact.
Learn more about Chase’s AmeriCorps journey below!
Meet one of our fantastic AmeriCorps Members, Aliah Robinson! Aliah is a Student Success Skills Coach, and is on her second term in our AmeriCorps Program! Outside of AmeriCorps, Aliah is a dedicated volunteer, lending her hand at helping youth and educational programs.
Get to know Aliah, and all the good she brings in our schools + communities!
Meet Desmond Bright-Davies, a volunteer, army veteran, and Social Emotional Learning Coach at Drew Charter School. While new to Atlanta, Desmond is creating an impact and in April was awarded the School Legacy Award for his impact at Drew Charter School.
Get to know Desmond, and all the good he is doing in our community!
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