August 2023 • Bringing community together since 1987

A client recently told me, “Food from the [CAC] pantry has literally kept me alive for the past 6 months.”

Unfortunately, the need for food continues to rise in our community. The number of visitors at our pantries is up more than 50% over last year. I was in one of our pantries yesterday and looked around at sparse shelves and less-than-full refrigerators at the end of the day, before we restocked. Demand is high. 

To try to meet the demand, we work with incredible organizations like the Atlanta Community Food Bank, Second Helpings Atlanta, and the Midwest Food Bank, all of whom help provide food for our neighbors in need. These partners are vital to making sure our clients have food on the table. 

We also need your partnership. Can you lead a food drive in your neighborhood, congregation, school, business or civic club? You can find our most-needed items and information on how to run a food drive on our website.

We love to receive food items, but did you know that we can triple the value of every dollar given for food? Our partnerships let us buy food at a significant discount. Instead buying one can of vegetables, consider donating its cost in dollars, instead; we can take that same amount of money and purchase three cans. 

CAC's food program works because of support from our community, including individuals like you. As we continue to meet the increased need, your contributions are critical to fulfill our mission of preventing hunger in our area.

- Francis K. Horton III, CEO of CAC

We are honored by this youth group's investment in us (their time, their efforts, and their hearts); it makes it so easy for CAC to continue investing in the community that produced such caring, generous neighbors. Thank you, Kairos!

Want to get involved or have questions? Please contact us for more information.

Learn more about our annual fundraising gala at vintageaffair.org.

Questions? Email us at vintageaffair@ourcac.org.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Monday-Friday, 9:30 am-3:00 pm and

the first 3 Saturdays of the month,9:30 am-12:30 pm

ADDRESS: 8607 Roswell Road,

Sandy Springs, GA 30350

Friday, September 15 is FABULOUS FRIDAY!

25% OFF FURNITURE • 50% OFF EVERYTHING ELSE EXCEPT CLOTHES AND SHOES

SPIN-TO-WIN MONDAYS:

Try your luck at the wheel every Monday. Spin the wheel for your chance at discounts on your purchase!

Most needed donations:

• Fall/winter baby and children’s clothes (sizes newborn – 5)
• Men’s fall clothing
• Athletic shoes
• Towels
• Sheets
• Comforters
• Small kitchen appliances

Volunteers are at the heart of CAC's programs

All of CAC's programs, from our food pantries to our ESOL classes, are made possible by the generous individuals that donate their time each month. CAC volunteers not only directly prevent hunger and homelessness in our community, they find a network of neighbors that care just as much as they do. CAC is where community is forged.

If you want to be a part of an established organization that knows how to make a difference, we're waiting for you!

We would love to answer any questions you have about volunteering; please reach out to us at volunteers@ourcac.org.

Adult Education classes impart key life skills

All classes are free and open to the community! Registration required via email.

'My Financial Goals' Classes

These classes teach basic financial tools at two levels, from making a budget to understanding how to save for the future.

ESOL Registration begins September 6

Classes start the week of September 18

Six levels of English are offered, with each class meeting two times a week. Morning and evening classes are available. The classes are free; the only cost is a workbook for $15.