January 2025
NOTE FROM THE CEO
As we reflect on 2024, I am truly inspired by the incredible milestones we achieved together. Your unwavering generosity has had a profound impact on countless lives and families throughout the Atlanta community. This past year, your support enabled over 225 students to bridge critical academic gaps through our in-school, after-school and summer programs and provided more than 1,000+ hours of holistic programs and activities for families and senior citizens.
As we look ahead to 2025, I am thrilled to announce the launch of our new Family Engagement program. This initiative offers parents and caregivers valuable training opportunities in areas such as financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and more. Additionally, our NAVIGATE program is now in full swing, providing mentorship and career guidance to Agape alumni, ages 18 - 25 as they prepare for their futures in college, technical school, full-time employment and beyond. Thank you for your continued support as we strive to end the cycle of generational poverty, one child at a time. - Nell Benn, Agape CEO
Atlanta Public Schools’ Superintendent, Dr. Bryan Johnson, holds his town hall for families at Agape Youth and Family Center.
PROGRAM ACTIVITY SPOTLIGHT
THANK YOU, ATLANTA HAWKS!
We’ are so grateful for our special time with the ATLANTA HAWKS! The Hawks gave our K-12 students the rare opportunity of hosting basketball camp in our very own Agape gymnasium! The students learned basketball skills and drills, met Harry the Hawk, players and staff. Watch out Anthony Edwards! Thank you, Atlanta Hawks!
DID YOU KNOW
9 out of 10 Agape students will be first generation college students
We want every student that grows up and graduates high school with Agape to see us as a home, mentor, and family. We now offer support for students, ages 18-25, who are managing their college and career aspirations through our new program, NAVIGATE! Help us empower our homegrown young adults post-graduation by supporting their well-being as they navigate college and early career pathways. For more information, email: hpaige@agapeatlanta.org
A LOOK AHEAD
Our 2025 Co-Chairs, Molly Jamieson and Paige Lambert, cordially invite you to join us for our party with a purpose. Mark your calendars and gather your friends for our Night of Hope 4/24/25. (agapespringbenefit.org)
Our 2024 Holiday Gift Store was a huge success because of your generosity. Special thanks to all who came together and helped us serve 1353 children with toys, warm coats and winter accessories!
Order Valentine’s Day cookies for your classroom, office, or family made with a dose of compassion and empowerment! Place orders no later than January 31st at 5pm. Order pick-up is at Agape Youth & Community Center on February 10-13th, 9a-5p. Go to: agapeatalanta.org/agape-cookie-love/
2025 AGAPE CALENDAR
Jan 10 - Cookie Campagin order begins
Jan 31 - Cookie Campaign order deadline (5pm)
Feb 10 - Agape Cookie Love distribution & pick-up begins
Feb 27 - Black History Month Celebration
Apr 24 - Spring Benefit, A Night of Hope
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