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Brenda Rhodes (president) founded Simple Needs GA in June 2010. Over the past 16 years, she has volunteered her time with a host of nonprofit organizations in Cobb County and Metro Atlanta, including MUST Ministries, Good Mews Animal Foundation, Special Olympics, the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Hands on Atlanta and The Center for Family Resources. Brenda also contributes to the local missions teams and sings in the choir at First United Methodist Church of Marietta. In recognition of the thousands of hours she has spent volunteering, Brenda received the National Points of Light Award in both November 2007 and July 2010. She was the featured Hands on Network volunteer on MSNBC’s “Brewing Together” program in 2009. The prior year, she received both the Lifetime President’s Volunteer Service Award and the Gold President’s Volunteer Service Award. Brenda was Hands on Atlanta’s Premier Volunteer in 2004 and received her University’s Alumni Service Award in 1997. Previously an IBM team leader, Brenda was recognized in the YWCA of Northwest Georgia’s 2012 Tribute to Women of Excellence. www.linkedin.com/pub/brenda-rhodes/4/2b2/77
December 20, 2022 brhodes13 Uncategorized

SNGA: It’s Not Too Late for Christmas!

“Dear Santa, I was good. I gave my brother a hug and I shared my candy with him. I cleaned my room and got all As and one B in school. I don’t say bad words. Please take your medicine so you’re not sick again this year because I tried my mostest best to be … Continue reading SNGA: It’s Not Too Late for Christmas!

December 16, 2019 brhodes13 Uncategorized

From a Client in Her Own Words

Last year, a family in Powder Springs lost their home of four years after the landlord sold the property. The mom and her disabled veteran husband, who is now awaiting both heart and kidney transplants, were homeless for five months. So were their children ranging in age from 2 to 18 years. Thanks to Simple … Continue reading From a Client in Her Own Words

November 13, 2019November 13, 2019 brhodes13 Events, News

Donation drive on Sat., Nov. 16!

November donation drive info and news updates for Simple Needs GA.

November 6, 2019January 17, 2020 brhodes13 Events, News

Want to help a Christmas family? Need help?

If You Need Help for Your Family... Simple Needs GA's Spirit of Christmas program is by referral only (from school counselors and other nonprofits and agencies). If you live in Cobb County and need help for your family during the 2019 holiday season, please check out our list of Christmas resources in Cobb. [NOTE: Deadlines … Continue reading Want to help a Christmas family? Need help?

July 2, 2019November 8, 2019 brhodes13 Events, News

SpringsFest July 4th Event Benefits SNGA!

On July 4th, Simple Needs GA is the nonprofit beneficiary of the annual SpringsFest celebration in Powder Springs! That means you can go listen to live bands, sample delicious fare from local food trucks, shop artisan vendors and, of course, watch a thrilling fireworks display, all while supporting our mission of helping people in need in … Continue reading SpringsFest July 4th Event Benefits SNGA!

April 16, 2019 brhodes13 Events, News

Next SNGA donation drive–April 20!

“I keep thinking about you and how you made my daughter’s birthday so special.  She rides her bike every day and really enjoys it. Thanks so much for remembering us. God bless you.” – message from mom of My Birthday Matters recipient If you’d like to brighten a child’s birthday, just visit the SignUp Genius link … Continue reading Next SNGA donation drive–April 20!

April 10, 2019April 10, 2019 brhodes13 News

Check out ‘The Incredible Little Happy’!

Greetings, all. We wanted to let you know about a wonderful children’s book by Simple Needs GA supporter Holly Britt. It’s called The Incredible Little Happy. An affirmations book for kids, it’s about a cute puppy who goes to the zoo, meets the animals there and learns lots of positive lessons along the way. The book gives … Continue reading Check out ‘The Incredible Little Happy’!

March 29, 2019April 10, 2019 brhodes13 Events, News

My Birthday Matters turns 5 yrs. old!

Greetings, all. Simple Needs GA's My Birthday Matters program is turning five years old! We hope you can drop by our Marietta warehouse on April 13 to don a party hat and celebrate with us! (OK, party hats aren't mandatory!)  The Open House/MBM Birthday Party is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. We'll be giving tours, chatting with old … Continue reading My Birthday Matters turns 5 yrs. old!

March 15, 2019March 16, 2019 brhodes13 Events, News

Next Donation Drive: Sat., March 16!

“You made another child, another human being, very, very happy this morning. This is by far one of her happiest birthdays in a long time.” —text from a single mom of a girl who received a bike that she rode in Walmart and wanted but couldn’t afford. We also bought her a “My Life” doll … Continue reading Next Donation Drive: Sat., March 16!

January 19, 2019 brhodes13 Events, News

Donation drive today (Jan. 19)

“Simple Needs GA is a groundbreaking organization that needs to be emulated nationwide”—Facebook comment from a former client (a mom with three kids) who received help from SNGA in a time of need.  Greetings, all. Our next monthly Donation Drive is Sat., Jan. 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at our Marietta warehouse. Email brenda@simpleneedsga.org for the … Continue reading Donation drive today (Jan. 19)

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