by Brenna Lakeson
As you might have begun to notice because of the decorations for sale and endless ads on TV, the holiday season is upon us. While trying to buy presents for everyone on your list and cooking for the in-laws might be stressful, we hope that you’ll find some time to meditate on the meaning of generosity and kindness this season. In order to jump-start some positive holiday feelings, we’re providing you with this short and simple list of some ways you can help us prevent and overcome homelessness in downtown Atlanta.
1. Donate Online
Perhaps the most traditional giving option on our list, you can simply click this link to give what you can through our online giving portal. What does this money go toward? $25 provides a birth certificate for a guest. $100 provides 20 guests with Georgia state ID cards. $250 provides 250 guests with reading glasses. $500 provides the support and resources for one guest to get the job training they need to get back to work. We appreciate any amount you’re able to give, and so do our guests!
2. AmazonSmile
Will you be doing some online shopping this holiday season? You can give back at the same time! Simply go to smile.amazon.com and enter Central Presbyterian Church Outreach Center, INC. when prompted to enter what organization you’d like to support. A small portion of each purchase you make will go to us!
3. Wish List
While you’re on Amazon, go ahead and check out our wish list! Don’t have an Amazon account? Visit the Dollar Store! We consistently need items such as travel size toiletries, snack items (crackers, 100 calorie snack packs, granola bars, etc), hand sanitizer, and Kleenex. Giving to us in this way saves us both time and money, and it’s always fun for us to receive gifts in the mail from supporters!
4. Put us on your list!
Ask your friends and family to make donations in honor of you! They can give using the online portal in #1 or they can send checks to: Central Outreach and Advocacy Center, attn: Brenna Lakeson, 201 Washington St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30303.
5. Volunteer
Are you interested in giving to Central OAC in a more long-term way? Contact us about our volunteer opportunities! Check out some of our opportunities here. If we seem like a good fit, email Kimberly at [email protected] to get connected! We would love to have you!
Ultimately, no matter how you are able to give to us this holiday season, we hope you’ll consider supporting our work to prevent and overcome homelessness. Our volunteers, staff, board, and guests deeply appreciate the generosity of everyone who gives of their time and resources to keep our doors open. Happy holidays, from your friends at Central OAC!