Since 1975, "The Place" of Forsyth County has been assisting residents of Forsyth and Dawson counties with essential needs, offering services like emergency financial aid, workforce development, food assistance, and more. The Place works with a network of community partners and provides a thrift store to support its mission of helping families and individuals through difficult times and empowering them toward self-sustainability.
MISSIONTo assist the people of Forsyth and Dawson County areas with essential needs and to be self-sustaining.
VISIONTo improve lives compassionately and collaboratively using the resources in our community.
VALUESAccountability and StewardshipThe Place maintains the highest standards in the nonprofit and business world. They ensure all donations are used appropriately to accomplish the greatest good, focusing on sustainability and carrying out their mission with increased efficiency and effectiveness.
Compassion and HopeThe Place provides an inclusive and welcoming environment for all clients, reviewing each case on an individual basis and work to address all needs they identify.
Dignity and RespectThe Place evaluates all processes to focus on the dignity of those they serve, demonstrating respect by listening to and offering support to their clients.
Collaboration and Coordination
The Place brings resources together to transform lives in our area, seeking to identify gaps of needs in our community and, through collaboration, find creative ways to meet the needs.
Click here to contact our GC liaison for The Place and learn more about how you can help serve children and families in Atlanta!