We ensure kids across Greater Atlanta have access to secure housing, nutritious food, and the education programs that set them up for success.
How we help
Nearly half-a-million children in Greater Atlanta live in areas of high need. We believe in the adage “it takes a village”. We support organizations who address our communities’ most challenging child well-being problems.
Safety & Security
Tackling challenges around housing and family support
Education
Partnering with local schools and offering additional programing
Advocacy
Amplifying the voice of our community and leading civic action
Healthcare
Providing fair access to resources and protecting mental health
economic support
Increasing economic mobility and building foundational stability
The Impact of your Donation
Dakarai learned how to apply for college funding
Through our college readiness funding, Dakarai learned about FAFSA — ultimately applying for and receiving aid to help him achieve his dream of a college degree.
Miquael obtained housing for himself and his children
We connected Miquael with resources to help him find and keep a home, allowing him to provide a stronger foundation for his children’s future.
Lauren received financial assistance after just one call
Just one call to the United Way of Greater Atlanta hotline 211 resulted in $800 of financial assistance, and an appointment with a financial counseling agency.
We believe effective donors—working collaboratively and thoughtfully—can profoundly contribute to creating a better and more just world.
The Center for Effective Philanthropy
Funding Where it's Needed Most
When you give to us, we put our network and know-how to work — making sure funding goes where it will have the most impact for our communities’ children.
42,738
We supported 42,738 families with food, shelter, transportation & technology
34,148
We aided 34,148 children in accessing additional educational programming
2,300
We helped 2,300 families obtain increased access to health services