join atl’s largest week of service
OCT. 5 - Oct. 12, 2024
The 2024 edition of Hands On Atlanta Week will mobilize 5,000 people across 200+ projects supporting 50+ nonprofits and schools to tackle Atlanta’s most pressing needs!
For the last 35 years, nonprofits, schools, companies and volunteers from across metro Atlanta have joined forces on the first weekend in October to help make Atlanta a little more engaged and equitable. In short, Hands On Atlanta Week is a celebration of our collective efforts and shines a bright light on the work being done everyday!
supporting 50+ Nonprofits and schools including
HELENE RELIEF RESOURCES
SUPPORT GA HELENE RELIEF
From Savannah to Augusta to Atlanta, Helene recovery efforts are underway. Get the latest resources and info from GEMA or register as a relief volunteer.
RELIEF RESOURCES for NC
Our friends and affiliate at HandsOn Northwest North Carolina have pulled a list of resources and ways you can support Hurricane Helene relief.
MEET A NEED
Purposity has partnered with Asheville City Schools to provide urgently-needed items for students and families effected by the storm.
FEATURED PROJECTS + EVENTS
SIGN UP FOR ONE OF THESE MEANINGFUL PROJECTS OR EVENTS
Golight Street Community Garden
Oct. 12, assist with the keep up and harvesting of the Community Garden in the South Fulton area.
Sugar Creek Garden
Oct. 12, help the Wylde Center with garden care at Sugar Creek Garden.
WAWA TRAIL MAINTANACE
Join WAWA on Oct. 12 for trail building and maintenance, invasive plant removal and other activities!
Habitat Restoration @ Herbert Taylor Park
Oct. 12, join Friends of HTDJ in removing invasive species so that the native plants and wildlife can flourish.
Campbellton Community Garden
Oct. 12, help Aglanta Grows-A-Lot turn an empty lot into a food-producing asset and green space for the community.
Community Kids Zone Preparation
Oct. 12, help set-up child friendly areas with information, decorations, and more!
ATLANTA PRIDE
Oct. 12-13 show your pride at Piedmont Park by attending or volunteering with the Atlanta Pride festival and parade.
Explore all 200+ volunteer projects taking place across metro Atlanta from October 5 - 12, 2024!
archived PROJECTS + EVENTS
48in48 HACK-A-THon
Oct. 4-6, volunteer as a Project Manager, Digital Marketer, WordPress Designer, UX/UI, or Graphic Designer.
THE RACE WEEKEND
Join The Race Half Marathon and 5K Oct. 5-6 for a day of racing following by a community impact service day!
DECATUR BOOK FESTIVAL
Oct. 4-5, from day-of logistics to managing on-site exhibitors, there are multiple tasks that can use extra help.
INNOVATL 2024
Join a series of special events promoting the entrepreneurs, creators, and influencers pushing ATL forward.
Warehouse Warriors
Oct. 9, assist Helping Mamas with general warehouse work by processing donated items, sorting and more.
Power Atlanta Food Distribution
Oct. 10, help residents who are facing financial or emergency hardships by providing free food assistance.
DOWN ON THE URBAN FARM
Oct. 10, head downtown to help one of Atlanta's most unique community gardens - the Five Points Farm.
Volunteer(s) for Food Pantry Fridays!
Oct. 11, come volunteer with Family Bridge, Inc. to give back to the community!
Coan Garden - HOAW 2024
Oct. 5, join Coan Garden to help with garden maintenance, planting, harvesting, and more!
volunteer at DISCOVERY
On Oct. 5 you can work with students in our STEM enrichment program, choosing from 10 metro ATL locations.
COMMUNITY MARKETPLACE
Oct. 7, volunteer with Community Marketplace to give free food to families to combat hunger.
BEREAN FOOD PANTRY
Oct. 8, volunteers will assist in the distribution of food and clothing to clients who visit their pantry.
HAWK HOLLOW
Evening opportunity on Oct. 9, to help with planting, mulching, composting, pruning, weeding, and more.
Food pantry support
Oct. 10, help unpack and sort donated food items with New Life Community Alliance.
GRACE COMMUNITY PANTRY
Oct. 11, volunteer to help distribute groceries to seniors and those experiencing homelessness in our community.
SCALE for Innovation
Oct. 11, join virtually to serve as a mentor during PIN’s upcoming mentorship event – the SCALE for Innovation Summit.
2024 sponsors
DONATE NOW
Can’t make it out to a volunteer project or event, but you still want to participate in Hands On Atlanta Week? Make a difference with a donation! For every $1 donated to Hands On Atlanta $6 of economic impact is created.
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