Needs From: United Way of Hall County

Thank you for your interest in supporting Gateway Domestic Violence Center.

When families and individuals arrive at Gateway, many do so with little notice—often bringing only the clothes on their backs. In those first few days of transition and healing, something as simple as clean laundry can make a world of difference.

To help meet this need, we provide on-site laundry services so clients don’t have to worry about finding or paying for a laundromat. With 8 commercial-grade washers and 12 dryers we’re able to offer clean bedding, towels, and clothing—all of which help restore comfort, dignity, and a sense of control during a time of upheaval.

We rely on laundry detergent pods for both client use and staff laundry operations. Pods are easier for clients to use, especially during stressful moments, and they help us avoid the maintenance issues caused by liquid detergents—ensuring our machines stay up and running for everyone who needs them.

Your donation of detergent pods directly supports survivors and their families by helping us create a clean, respectful, and functional environment.

Thank you for making a difference.

Thank you for your interest in supporting Gateway Domestic Violence Center.

When individuals and their children arrive at our shelter, they are leaving behind their homes and entering an unfamiliar place in search of safety. At Gateway, we work hard to ensure that what they walk into is more than just a room it’s a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space where healing can begin.

A big part of creating that environment is maintaining a high standard of cleanliness. Each room is thoroughly cleaned and prepared before a new resident arrives, and that means we go through a large amount of cleaning supplies throughout the year.

At this time, we are especially in need of general cleaning products (excluding Clorox-brand items). The most helpful donations include:

Disinfecting spray

Disinfecting wipes

All-purpose cleaners

Dish soap

Sponges

Glass cleaner

Other basic household cleaning items

Your support helps us provide a safe and respectful space for survivors and their children during one of the most difficult transitions in their lives. We truly appreciate your generosity and partnership in this important work.

Our resale boutique is vital as a source of income for our shelter, clothing for our residents, and resources in our community. Greet & interact with customers. Sort, hang and tag donated clothing and household items. Assist with cleaning and organizing. Build friendships and impact lives as you volunteer 

Help is needed to clean common areas, organize storage rooms, and assist with meal preparation. 

 Secure donated household items, assist with packing & loading, provide transportation.

Spend 3-4 hours hanging out with our Associates at our Community House.  This could be playing games, reading books, working on learning activities, etc.  

We celebrate the monthly birthdays for our associates by taking the group out to eat one time a month.  This cost approximately $200 to take our group of associates.  It would meet a BIG need to have a gift card to cover this cost each month.  

Only 3% of high-performing, under-resourced students end up in a great first career experience. On our social platform, professionals like you can help change that.

Here's how:

1. Sign up via your computer at my.backrs.com or by downloading the Backrs mobile app from the Apple App or Google Play Stores.

2. Tell us a little about your background and experiences by completing your profile. This takes 5 mins. (Up to 15 if you'd like to give students more details about your hobbies and interests.)

3. We add you to identity-based, regional, university, and career-path Affinity Networks where you can connect with students you're well-positioned to support.

4. In Networks, you can answer students' questions, post resources or job/internship opportunities, and share insights into your college and career journey by responding to Backstage Pass posts. Though each of these actions takes a few minutes, they all have meaningful impacts on young people.

5. If you'd like to play a more involved role in a student's journey, you can join their panel of backrs. This enables you to view their goals, post on their personal feed, schedule Zoom check-ins, and even contribute to their Flourish Fund. It's a great choice for those looking to offer low-lift, relationship-driven support.

Best way to see how convenient and rewarding being a backr really is? Give it a try, commitment-free:

Sign up on your computer: my.backrs.com

Or get the Backrs mobile app: Apple App Store or Google Play Store

Seeking volunteer tutors for our Hall Campus location to work with students studying English as a Second Language or preparing to take their GED or HiSET exams, learning basic skills in literacy and math, and English as a Second Language learners. Three hours opportunities available any day, Monday - Thursday, either 9 a.m. - noon or 5 - 8 p.m. Work will be mostly one-on-one or in small groups to help students receive specialized tutoring to help them grasp concepts keeping them behind the rest of their classmates and progressing towards a measurable skill gain or graduation.

The Shine afterschool program is in need of snacks to fuel our eager learners. Many children arrive hungry from school, and we strive to provide them with nutritious options.

Some suggested snack donations include pretzels, Bugels, cheese strings, granola bars, fresh fruit, fruit cups, and more.

Your contribution will help keep our students energized and ready to shine!

If you're interested in supporting our cause, please reach out to Griselda Enriquez at 770-530-1547.

We are fortunate to have a Giving Pantry for our residents at Melrose. Melrose residents can collect non-perishable food, books, and back-to-school items. 

Now we are looking for any small group or organization willing to donate non-perishable foods to our mini food pantry at Melrose. 

Please reach out to Griselda Enriquez at 770-530-1547. 

We are ready to roll out our Senior Food Box Delivery Program! We need an additional 3-4 delivery drivers to "adopt" a route and deliver to selected households once a month. Must be able to lift up to 20lbs and be willing to Grow the Love with us!

Can be done publicly or virtually. We are in need of product to meet the growing need of the food in our five county service area. 

Neighborhoods, Businesses, Schools may all participate. 

For more information, feel free to email Denise at volunteer@gamountainfoodbank.org

The Center of Hope is looking for an Office Clerk volunteer to help answer phones and other light office tasks. Contact us for more details on this rewarding opportunity. 

Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier is in need of volunteers to assist with after school program activities on an ongoing basis. Program activities range from homework help and mentoring to art, physical activity, and other exciting educational enrichments.

All program volunteers must complete BGCL's volunteer enrollment process at https://www.boysgirlsclubs.com/get-involved/volunteer/. All program volunteers must undergo a criminal background check and complete mandated reporter training.

For questions and more information, please contact Chelsea Clark at cclark@bgclanier.org or 770-532-8102 ext 304.

The Center of Hope Shelter is seeking your cooking skills. You can prepare and serve a meal for either breakfast or dinner to feed around 30-40 people. 

The Salvation Army Center of Hope is in need of a volunteer to help organize our food pantry. 

We are needing some volunteers to organize our clothes closet at the Center of Hope. 

By donating everyday items, you can make a difference in the lives of families experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness who are working hard to regain and maintain sustainable independence. Family Promise of Hall County (FPHC) has created a curated wishlist of staple items that are always needed and can be used in many of our programs, including the Family Food Market, Diaper Bank, Little Steps Community Daycare, and Empowerment (Shelter) Program. Click HERE to view our wishlist.

Become a literacy tutor.

Work with our adult literacy students that come to us at a 0 - 4.9 reading level