THE CITIZEN BLOG
THE CITIZEN BLOG
Volunteers are Improving Patient Recovery with Grady Food As Medicine
Through Hands On Atlanta’s special partnership with the Atlanta Community Food Bank, we’re able to support some really strong nonprofits focused on food insecurity. While many organizations focus on keeping bellies full, one special partner – Grady Food As Medicine – is taking a different approach.
Andre Person on the Powers of Volunteering
When it comes to giving back to the community, Atlanta resident and Hands On Atlanta Civic Fellow, Andre Person, is a leader and an inspiration. He volunteers with Hands On Atlanta and Citizens of Georgia Power, focusing on issues that are close to his heart, such as food insecurity and beautification projects. In this interview, he shares his thoughts on volunteering, leadership, and the joy of making a difference.
Pajamas, Books, and Sleep Equity: Volunteers Creating Healthy Habits with Pajama Program
Standing in the Pajama Program space feels like being at sleepover at a Barnes and Noble – a true haven for a child’s imagination. Here, program staff and volunteers help children and families establish their nighttime routines, including bedtime stories; the (proven) theory being that how a child performs in the classroom is actually determined the night before, in how well they sleep.
Kim Harrison is Making a Difference in Her Community, One Pantry at a Time
As a member of the McCleskey-East Cobb YMCA Board for over 8 years, Kim Harrison has played an integral role in setting up the school pantry at Brumby Elementary, serving over 300 families a week. Kim is a true community hero, and her enthusiasm for volunteering is contagious.
SETTING THE SERVICE PACE WITH DYLAN PACE
Dylan Pace, an eight-year-old with a heart of gold, is making a big impact in her community by volunteering her time and energy to various nonprofit organizations. She's a true "helper" wherever she goes, whether she's serving at food pantries, caring for animals, or organizing donation drives.
AmeriCorps Spotlight: Surya Green
We’d like to take this time to focus on this month’s AmeriCorps Member Spotlight, Surya Green. Surya relocated from Temple, Texas and serves as a Social Emotional Learning Coach at Young Middle School. Surya has stepped in and established herself as a trustworthy and knowledgeable resource to students and the team at Young. Surya thrives under pressure and constantly goes the extra mile for her students each chance that she gets.
9 Ways You Can Support Students Today!
It’s a true comment on Atlanta that we have so many schools, organizations, companies and individuals offering up creative solutions to help students be the best they can be. Want to make a difference for the next generation of leaders, but don’t know where to start? Read on to find the perfect way for you to serve.