“I am very grateful for you. I really felt lost, but you made my kids feel so special. My 13-year-old knows that God is always looking out for us.”—Client of SNGA’s Simple Household Needs program (see story below) ‘SIMPLY SAYING’ (A NOTE FROM OUR FOUNDER, BRENDA RHODES)We want to say thanks—once again—to all of our … Continue reading ‘You Made My Kids Feel So Special’
Volunteer Spotlight: Connie Bergeron
We wanted to express our heartfelt gratitude to SNGA volunteer and donor Connie Bergeron, who will be moving to South Carolina to be closer to family. “Connie brings joy to the warehouse along with her donations,” said longtime SNGA volunteer Stacy “Mac” McIlwain. “Connie has interesting stories behind her donations, whether it’s a fantastic sale, … Continue reading Volunteer Spotlight: Connie Bergeron
Elaine Brown gives her time to uplift Cobb County children in need
Dedicated Simple Needs GA volunteer Elaine Brown has uplifted hundreds of children in need in Cobb County.
‘Bleacher Creature’ Pitches in for People in Need
Before Alan Stensland engineered bridges and buildings and helped the U.S. government plan for disasters, he played a fuzzy green monster adored by millions. Alan was the Atlanta Braves’ “Bleacher Creature” mascot from 1976 to 1979. He went on to study civil engineering at Georgia Tech and worked for the U.S. Forest Service and the … Continue reading ‘Bleacher Creature’ Pitches in for People in Need
SNGA Donation Drive on Sat., Dec. 21!
“My encounter with Brenda and SNGA revived my trust in humanity and renewed my faith and hope. It was the first time throughout the whole terrible ordeal that I felt compassion and not judged.” Last year, a family in Powder Springs lost their home of four years after the landlord sold the property. The mom … Continue reading SNGA Donation Drive on Sat., Dec. 21!
‘Shining Lights in Our Community’: SNGA Volunteers Bert and Stella Blenner
When Bert and Stella Blenner picked up 80 boxes of Always maxi pads at Sam’s Club a few weeks ago, they received some curious stares. But what has surprised everyone at Simple Needs GA is the Blenners’ extraordinary willingness to do anything and everything for people in need—including running unusual errands at local warehouse clubs! “Bert … Continue reading ‘Shining Lights in Our Community’: SNGA Volunteers Bert and Stella Blenner
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?
‘By the Truckload’: Volunteer Russ Marshall Gives Back to People in Need
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Late last fall, West Cobb resident Russell Marshall, known by friends and family as "Russ," learned about Simple Needs GA from his wife, Judy. As she gave him details about SNGA, Judy added that the organization needed truck owners to help out with deliveries for its Simple Household Needs program. Having retired in … Continue reading ‘By the Truckload’: Volunteer Russ Marshall Gives Back to People in Need
‘Little Helpers’ Makes a Big Difference
Thousands of children have rolled up their sleeves to help people in need over the past eight years thanks to a service organization called Little Helpers. It all started in 2010 when founder Tran Bui Smith had an epiphany. “It just happened one day,” she said. “I’m looking around at all of the stuff that … Continue reading ‘Little Helpers’ Makes a Big Difference
Next donation drive: Sat., July 21!
“I just moved out of a homeless shelter. I was approved for my own apartment, but I have no furniture or household items at all. Please let me know if you might be able to help.” —recent email to Simple Needs GA UPCOMING DONATION DRIVE Our next monthly Donation Drive is Sat., July 21, from … Continue reading Next donation drive: Sat., July 21!
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