Meals By Grace:

Now – Sat, Dec 14 
9:00 AM – Noon
6405 Bennett Rd.

The aquaponics farm produces food for families in need in Dawson and Forsyth counties. Volunteers plant, harvest, and weed at the farm. There are 25 spots available for volunteers, so this opportunity is great for gathering your small group. For questions, contact volunteer@MealsbyGrace.org.

Meals By Grace:

Sundays | 1:00 - 4:00 PM
6405 Midway United Methodist Church
5025 Atlanta Hwy

Meals by Grace Sunday Service Day serves Forsyth County families every Sunday at Midway United Methodist Church from 1:00 to about 4:00 PM (depending on delivery duration). Volunteers prepare, cook, and deliver meals to 70 families in Forsyth County. There are plenty of spots for volunteers, so bring the whole family. For questions, contact volunteer@MealsbyGrace.org.

Meals By Grace:

Tuesdays and Thursdays 
9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
432-A Canton Highway

The Client Choice Pantry is open for families in need to shop via a points system. Volunteers help stock shelves, unload the shipment truck and shop with our neighbors. There are eight spots available to volunteers. For questions, contact volunteer@MealsbyGrace.org.

Duluth Hands of Christ:

Throughout December
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM 
3395 Fox St. NW
December is Perimeter’s month to serve the Duluth Hands of Christ. Come be a part of the team that assists families by loading them up with badly needed groceries from the pantry. 

Wellspring Living:

Tuesday, December 24 
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Provide fixings to help program participants prepare a Christmas Eve holiday brunch. Ingredients may include but are not limited to a breakfast casserole, cinnamon rolls, a protein and drink option, or even a ‘chicken and waffles’ brunch. Please contact Kerrionne Phillips at kphillips@wellspringliving.org or 770.742.9641.

Wellspring Living:

Tuesday, December 31 
Help our participants celebrate the New Year by providing fun party supplies and a dinner meal (or ingredients for a meal). Please contact Kerrionne Phillips at kphillips@wellspringliving.org or 770.742.9641.

Salvation Army:

Now through Dec 24
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM 

Volunteers are needed to ring the bell at the Red Kettle at various locations in Gwinnett County. This is ideal for families or for groups that could pool their time and sign up for an entire day doing two-hour shifts. Please contact Hazel Barrett at Hazel.Barrett@uss.salvationarmy.org  or 404-395-4215.

A Beacon of Hope:

Tue, Dec 17 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church
2850 Old Alabama Rd.

Provide musical entertainment for Beacon families at our Christmas party! Our Bridge program is for families who faced an unplanned pregnancy and chose to parent despite significant pressures to abort. Each year, they look forward to our Christmas party with delicious treats, craft-making, and a Bible lesson. By providing musical entertainment, you’ll make this a very special night out for sweet families who deserve to be celebrated. For more information, contact Pam at pgricius@abeaconofhope.com.

Salvation Army:

Mon, Dec 16 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
665 Duluth Highway, Suite 601

Volunteers are needed to distribute toys to families in need. You will need to register ahead of time. Sponsors are also needed to adopt and shop for needy children. For more information, contact Hazel Barrett at Hazel.Barrett@uss.salvationarmy.org or 404.395.4215.

Promise686:

Sat, Dec 14 | 10:00 AM - Noon 
Lawrenceville First Baptist Church
165 S. Clayton Street

Volunteers would man a table (or take on other roles) to distribute gift baskets to foster families and children. This would give foster families an opportunity to get connected with care communities and be encouraged. For more information, please email Jean Rector at jean@promise686.org.

Promise686:

Sat, Dec 21 | 9:00 - 11:00 AM
DFCS Office, 95 Constitution Blvd.

Volunteers would man a table (or take on other roles) to distribute gift baskets to foster families and children. This would give foster families an opportunity to get connected with care communities and be encouraged. For more information, please email Hannah Rinehart at hannah.rinehart@gmail.com.

Salvation Army:

Now through December 24
10:00 AM – 8:00 PM 
Various Cities
Volunteers are needed to ring the bell at the Red Kettle at various locations in Gwinnett County. This is ideal for families or for groups that could pool their time and sign up for an entire day doing two-hour shifts. Please contact Sue-Ann Jeffrey at Sue-Ann.Jeffrey@uss.salvationarmy.org  or 770.724.1677.

Campus Church:

Sat, Dec 21 | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
1525 Indian Trail Lilburn Rd NW

We are invited to join Project Kids Eat and Campus Church for their traveling Christmas Party. We will meet at Campus Church in Norcross and take a traveling Christmas to the homeless families and the elderly living in our extended stay hotels. We’ll be bringing them toys, stockings, art kits, food, cleaning supplies and other needed items. For more information, contact Jackie Dieter at jackied@perimeter.org.

Norcross Cooperative Ministry:

Now through Tue, Dec 17
Various Times
4480 Peachtree Corners Cir
Each year, Norcross Co-op ensures that families experience the joy and true spirit of Christmas. The Merry Market provides a place that empowers parents to select toys and gifts for their children. Come join us and experience the true joy of giving and receiving. This opportunity is great for individuals, as well as small and large groups to serve together. Come ready to help set the store up, stock the shelves, serve light refreshments and act as hosts helping families pick out their gifts. This volunteer activity is for all ages and abilities.

To learn more, visit merrymarket.org. If you have questions, contact Tammi or Traci Consolini at 404.550.8072 or 404.273.0953 or email them at christmas@norcrossco-op.org.

North Fulton Community Charities:

Now through Sat, Dec 14 
11270 Elkins Rd.

North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) provides holiday baskets to local seniors in need. You can help make Christmas special by preparing a decorated basket. The decorated baskets are filled with non-perishable food items for a holiday dinner, a $25 grocery store gift card and a small gift item. Baskets will be delivered on December 15.

North Fulton Community Charities:

11720 Elkins Rd.

North Fulton Community Charities has been serving local families in need during the holidays for more than 30 years. Our Santa Shop provides toys and gifts to local children in need at the holidays. Please help give a child a very special Christmas by donating new toys and gifts for our Santa Shop. Toys will be collected by volunteers at our holiday distribution site — check website for more information.

Thu, Dec 10  | 4:00 - 6:00 PM  
Set up site and collect gifts

Wed, Dec 11 | 4:00 - 6:00 PM  
Set up site and collect gifts

Fri, Dec 13 | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Final set up and collect gifts

Sat, Dec 14 | 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
     or Noon - 3:00 PM 
Sun, Dec 15 | 12:30 - 4:30 PM

North Gwinnett Co-op:

Sat, Dec 14 
9:00 AM – NOON AND 1:00 – 4:00 PM
4395 Commerce Drive

Volunteers are needed to assist with Saturday operations and Christmas preparations. Volunteers will sort donations, assist in the thrift store, and help set up for the holiday giving programs. Some lifting required. Volunteers must be 7 and older. For more information or to sign up, please contact Kim Phillips at kphillips@ngcoop.org.

Promise686:

Now through Fri, Dec 13

Encourage a foster family by creating a special gift basket to brighten their holiday and bless their family.

Suggested items to include:

• $25 gift card to Amazon, Target or Walmart

• Card game or board game for family enjoyment

• Snacks

• Chocolate

• Candy

• Chamomile tea

• A personal note to the foster parents

• A Christmas CD

• Board games for families

• Family conversation cards pack

• The Jesus Storybook Bible

Pack the basket with items included above and contact Hannah at hannah.rinehart@gmail.com or 770.880.3617 to coordinate drop off.

Hi-Hope Service Center:

Now through December 23 

Do you love to decorate for the holidays? Share your talents with friends from Hi-Hope! Hi-Hope Service Center has five residential homes located throughout Gwinnett County. Volunteers are needed to adopt a home. Volunteers will decorate the house or a resident’s room for the holidays. This is great for a family or group to spread holiday cheer. Contact Jessica at jszafranek@hihopecenter.org or 770.963.8694.

Hi-Hope Service Center:

Now through December 23 
The holidays are great times to build new friendships with people who are always open to making new friends. Come to Hi-Hope for an hour or two and help us keep the holiday blues at bay by engaging in conversation and activities with people one-on-one. This activity is ideal for individuals or small groups. Contact Jessica for more information at jszafranek@hihopecenter.org or 770.963.8694.

Hi-Hope Service Center:

Now through December 19 
Monday – Friday
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 
882 Hi Hope Rd.

Host a holiday craft project for a small group of individuals at Hi-Hope! This is a great opportunity for a small group to build new relationships. Contact Jessica for more information at jszafranek@hihopecenter.org or 770.963.8694.