Did you know that back in the day, Hands On Atlanta published a print magazine called, The Citizen? The free publication was distributed throughout the city and shared a volunteer calendar, nonprofit news and events and stories of volunteerism! We’re bringing back the tradition here on The Citizen Blog!
We’re excited to spotlight Sarah Early, nominated for her natural leadership abilities and confidence! She’s an Atlanta native that’s been taking her love of service everywhere she goes, including college! Not only is she creative and determined, she’s resilient in all that she does. Sarah is currently a Sophomore at Southern University Agricultural and Mechanical College in Louisiana, and participates in over 3 organizations while working, serving and completing school!
Learn more about Sarah in our interview below!
We’re excited to spotlight one of our newest Hands On Hunger pantries - Altar of Grace Food Pantry! They serve Snellville, GA and feed Gwinnett County families each month! Their mission is to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry.
This April, 25,000 high school students will travel to Atlanta to compete among the best for the coveted DECA Glass at DECA’s International Career Development Conference. Hands on Atlanta is looking for professionals to volunteer as judges for competitive events to decide who becomes a 2026 DECA ICDC champion.
Since 1974, National Volunteer Week has been an opportunity to recognize the impact of volunteer service and the power of volunteers to tackle society’s greatest challenges, to build stronger communities and be a force that transforms the world.
Global Youth Service Day is the largest youth service and civic action event in the world and the only one that celebrates and builds the capacity of all youth ages 5-25 to help our communities and democracy thrive by working together for the common good.
We’re thrilled to spotlight Dr. Rony Delgarde, who serves as the Founder and CEO of Global Paint for Charity! Service is not new to Dr. Rony, as he has been named among the 50 Most Influential Latinos and honored by the Metro Atlanta Chamber with the prestigious E3 Award for his contributions to sustainability, social impact, and economic empowerment! He’s the author of How to PAINT Change, a professor and speaker. Dr. Rony is inspiring others through his work, and is truly purpose drive, impact focused and resilient!
Learn more about Dr. Rony Delgarde, in our interview below!