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Did you know that back in the day, Hands On Atlanta published a print magazine called, The Citizen? The free publication was distributed throughout the city and shared a volunteer calendar, nonprofit news and events and stories of volunteerism! We’re bringing back the tradition here on The Citizen Blog!
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We are thrilled to share that the 2026 cohort of Civic Fellows have graduated as Civic Leaders! On Thursday, April 23, our Civic Fellows completed their commitment to making Atlanta more engaged and equitable with a graduation ceremony at!
We’re thrilled to spotlight Dr. Rony Delgarde, who serves as the Founder and CEO of Global Paint for Charity! Service is not new to Dr. Rony, as he has been named among the 50 Most Influential Latinos and honored by the Metro Atlanta Chamber with the prestigious E3 Award for his contributions to sustainability, social impact, and economic empowerment! He’s the author of How to PAINT Change, a professor and speaker. Dr. Rony is inspiring others through his work, and is truly purpose drive, impact focused and resilient!
Learn more about Dr. Rony Delgarde, in our interview below!
We’re excited to spotlight Sarah Early, nominated for her natural leadership abilities and confidence! She’s an Atlanta native that’s been taking her love of service everywhere she goes, including college! Not only is she creative and determined, she’s resilient in all that she does. Sarah is currently a Sophomore at Southern University Agricultural and Mechanical College in Louisiana, and participates in over 3 organizations while working, serving and completing school!
Learn more about Sarah in our interview below!
We’re excited to spotlight one of our newest Hands On Hunger pantries - Altar of Grace Food Pantry! They serve Snellville, GA and feed Gwinnett County families each month! Their mission is to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry.
This April, 25,000 high school students will travel to Atlanta to compete among the best for the coveted DECA Glass at DECA’s International Career Development Conference. Hands on Atlanta is looking for professionals to volunteer as judges for competitive events to decide who becomes a 2026 DECA ICDC champion.
This January, Atlanta showed what it means to lead with service. In honor of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., our community came together not just to reflect, but to act, turning Dr. King’s vision of love in action into meaningful impact across metro Atlanta.
From January 12–19, thousands of volunteers answered the call to serve with compassion and purpose. Neighbors rolled up their sleeves for community cleanups, educational outreach, food distribution, and environmental stewardship, demonstrating the power of collective action when a city moves together.
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!
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.
Christian Parks is an AmeriCorps member passionate about mentorship, education, and personal growth. Through her service, she is dedicated to helping students build confidence, resilience, and belief in themselves while continuing to grow as a leader and educator. With a love for adventure, community, and inspiring youth, Christian brings positivity and purpose to everything she does. Learn more about her and her journey with AmeriCorps!