PROGRAMS
HOMELESS CARE KITS​​
The HOMELESS OUTREACH division packages care and food kits to distribute to the homeless in Georgia, Maryland and Washington D.C. Our team distributes to those in need primarily in South Atlanta, College Park, and East Point, Georgia. Outreach Essentials (Helping Hands) distributes our care/food kits in Maryland and Washington D.C.
Care Kit:
Kits can include any of the following - Band aides, Napkins, Wet Naps, Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, Sanitary Napkins, Socks, Blankets, Deodorant, Etc.
Food Kit:
Kits can include any of the following - Fruit cups, Juice, Water, Snacks, Chips, Protein Bars, Meal Kits, Canned Meat, Etc.
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WANT TO DISTRIBUTE KITS TO THE HOMELESS?
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Our volunteers package care/food kits monthly. If your organization or group would like to distribute to the homeless in your area, contact FGF to arrange for pick up of kits. Individuals and unregistered non-profits are limited to 15 care kits per pick up.
THANKSGIVING MEAL EVENT​
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Each year we host a Thanksgiving Meal Event.
EACH EVENT IS DIFFERENT. WHAT IS OFFERED CHANGES EACH YEAR BASED ON DONATIONS.
@ Event Date
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2020
6:00pm to 8:00pm
NO registration is required for this event. All who attend on November 25, 2019 will be eligible. Full details on what will be offered at this event will be posted on or by November 21, 2020.
Event Examples:
*One year we held a drawing onsite and a select number of families received a full thanksgiving meal to cook at home.
*Another year, we had pans of pre-cooked meat, sides, and vegetables available for all shoppers.
VEGANTRY (VEGAN PANTRY)​
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The HEALTHY EATING INITIATIVE division cooks, bakes, and distributes meals to those in need. We operate on 100% donations. As such, available food items will vary per event.
Objective One:
Our objective is to nourish individuals and families in need with a healthy, plant based food pantry.
Objective Two:
Various dates (tbd) during the year, we provide VEGAN meals to anyone in need. On arrival to our location, you will receive a plate of food to enjoy.
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VEGANTRY (VEGAN PANTRY) FUNDING WAS PROVIDED BY A WELL-FED WORLD (www.awfw.org).
COMMUNITY HOT MEALS
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The HOT MEALS division cooks, bakes, and distributes meals to those in need. We operate on 100% donations. As such, available food items will vary per event.
Objective:
Our objective is to nourish our community with hot food, salads, and sandwiches on various dates (tbd) during the year. On arrival to our location, you will receive a plate of food to enjoy.
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COMMUNITY HOT MEALS PROVIDED BY GOODR (www.goodr.co).
EMERGENCY FOOD BOXES​
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The Emergency Food Box is a division of the Feeding GA Families. We operate on 100% donations. As such, available food items will vary weekly.
There are no proof of income requirements or paperwork to fill out. You will sign in (name/city/household size only) and receive a grocery bag pre-filled with the food items you need. We do NOT take or require any personal info from you. You will NOT fill out any other forms or paperwork.
Emergency Food boxes are reserved for anyone that can not make it to the Free Market. Available days and times vary each week.
PICK UP HOURS
SUNDAYS (By Appointment Only)
@ TBA, Tyrone, GA
STUDENT SNACK KITS
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The STUDENT OUTREACH division packages snack kits to distribute to the low income students in metro Atlanta area. This program is open to schools and day care centers.
Snack Kits:
Kits can include any of the following - Fruit cups, Juice, Water, Snacks, Chips, Protein Bars, Meal Kits, Canned Meat, Oatmeal, Bread, Peanut Butter/Jelly, Hummus, Breakfast Bars, Etc.
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WANT TO DISTRIBUTE STUDENT SNACK KITS TO YOUR SCHOOL?
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Our volunteers package snack kits monthly for one school each month. If your organization or group would like to distribute kits to your students, contact FGF to arrange for pick up of kits. A school representative can pick up 25-100 kits per pick up.
XMAS GIFT GIVEAWAY EVENT​
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Each year we host a Christmas Gift/Toy Give-A-Way. All children ages 0-18 can be registered by a parent/guardian to receive a gift/toy. Gifts/Toy quantities are limited. Each child will be sent a confirmation to pick up their gift.
DO NOT ATTEND IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE CONFIRMATION FROM FGF. CONFIRMATIONS ARE SENT THE WEEK OF THE EVENT DATE.
@ Event Date
Saturday
December 19, 2020
12:00pm to 4:00pm (by appointment)
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CAREER * LEARNING CENTER​
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Each week, we host a career and learning center for clients and students. Clients can job search, create and print resumes, and take online classes. Students can complete homework, take online classes, play learning games, and submit college and scholarship applications.
USAGE TIME IS LIMITED TO 30 MINUTES IF THERE IS A LINE.
@ Event Date
Sundays @ 12pm to 2pm (by appointment)
Mondays at 3pm to 5pm (by appointment)
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THE CAREER * LEARNING CENTER WAS PROVIDED BY INTERCONNECTIONS.ORG
MEALS ON WHEELS 4 KIDS​
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The Meals On Wheels 4 Kids GA is a division of The Tampa Bay Network To End Hunger Meals On Wheels 4 Kids program.
Registration is required and serves families with school aged children that has a household member that is medically at-risk AND is transportation challenged.
DELIVERY HOURS
TUESDAYS
@ 11:30am to 6:30pm
SUNDAY TO SATURDAY
@ 10:00am to 8:00pm