The North Georgia Community Foundation (NGCF) has awarded $127,500 in Opportunity Grants to five nonprofits serving North Georgia, nearly all of which impact White and Habersham Counties. The grants aim to support the organizations in launching new services or expanding existing ones to address critical community needs.
According to Abi Carter, Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives at NGCF, these grants are crucial for enabling organizations to increase their impact, stating, “NGCF Opportunity Grants are an investment in pivotal changes or new ventures which enable organizations to increase their impact to not only individuals they directly serve but also for the broader community. Without this support, these initiatives may otherwise have remained unrealized due to funding constraints.”
Diverse needs and services
The recipient organizations represent a diverse range of needs in the region. AMPED Kids Foundation will use the funding to expand its music-based therapeutic programming into White County, specifically serving foster children. The Creative Learning Center will enhance its services in Rabun County by providing quality infant childcare and offering critical crisis care funding for low-income families.
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Addressing food insecurity, the Georgia Mountain Food Bank will utilize the grant to support its Client Choice Mobile Market. This initiative increases the distribution of fresh, refrigerated, and frozen food items to remote communities with limited access to traditional food pantries.
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Rape Response will direct the funding towards a rebranding initiative aimed at overcoming barriers preventing survivors from seeking help. By changing the perception of the word “rape” and its impact on the community, the organization hopes to expand its services and reach.
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Recognizing the need for expanded access to critical services, the South Enotah Child Advocacy Center will use the grant to open a satellite office in Lumpkin County. This expansion will provide families in the area with increased access to trauma-focused therapy and other essential services.
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For more information about these organizations and their programs, visit NGCF online.
