As the Director of PAACT (Promise All Atlanta Children Thrive) at GEEARS (Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students), Shawnell Johnson is on a mission to support nonprofit organizations that are working to mitigate generational poverty. But that's not all, Shawnell also volunteers with The Junior League of Atlanta and Atlanta Mission, making a direct impact in the lives of those facing homelessness.
Sarina Marsh on making connections and making an impact
Sarina Marsh is a dynamic and enthusiastic volunteer in Atlanta, who is making a positive impact in her community through her involvement with various nonprofit organizations. With her passion for education and youth development, Sarina is making a difference in the lives of Atlanta's next generation. In this volunteer spotlight, Sarina shares how volunteering is not just about giving back, it's also about connecting with like-minded individuals, exploring the city she loves, and finding joy in making a meaningful difference.
Spreading Joy and Making a Difference with Mary Catherine Pelham
Mary Catherine Pelham is a force of good in Atlanta, spreading joy and making a difference through her volunteer work with various nonprofits. She is a 2023 Hands On Atlanta Civic Fellow, serving with HOPE Atlanta. In this Volunteer Spotlight, Mary Catherine shares her passion for volunteering, the impact it has had on her personal and professional life, and why Atlanta holds a special place in her heart.
Mecca Mcrae benefits personally and professionally by volunteering
Winston Churchill famously said, "We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." Mecca McCrae embodies this quote by giving her time and energy to a variety of organizations in Atlanta, including Hosea Helps, Hands On Atlanta, High Museum, Susan G. Komen Greater Atlanta, and the Fox Theater.
Become a Force of Nature in a Local Park with Park Pride
Snapper Freeman is a man on a mission
Meet Snapper Freeman, a man on a mission to make a difference in his community. Snapper is a Community Relationship Manager with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, the founder of Community Service Redirect, and he also serves as Chair of the Fan Ambassador Program for the Chick Fil-A Peach Bowl. But Snapper is more than just a man with an impressive resume. He is a volunteer with a passion for giving back.
Pam Sidhi on Making Service Fun for the Whole Family
We're shining a light on Pam Sidhi, a 2023 Hands On Atlanta Civic Fellow and local volunteer who is dedicated to making a difference in her city! Pam is a devoted volunteer who spends her free time helping out with a variety of organizations, including Hands On Atlanta, Scouting, Mustang Volunteer Support, Atlanta Food Bank, St. Paul Vincent Thrift Store & Friends of Disabled Adults and Children (FODAC).
Tracy Dansby On the Power of Love
Tracy Dansby is a 2023 Hands On Atlanta Civic Fellow and Georgia Peach who loves serving the community both locally and globally. By day, Tracy is a Controller for her family's trucking business, but by nights and weekends, she regularly serves with Hands On Atlanta, Grove Park Foundation, Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, and Reflections of Trinity. Last year, Tracy served over 200 hours and is on track to surpass that mark this year!
In this spotlight, Tracy discusses the pressing needs facing Atlanta, why she volunteers with the Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, and how volunteering has impacted her life.
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