486 organizations
How money help works in Atlanta
Emergency financial help exists, but it's small, scattered, and runs out — so speed and stacking matter. Utility and rent assistance funds reopen at the start of each month or quarter; call 211 and ask what's open right now, because the answer changes weekly. Churches and societies like St. Vincent de Paul and the Salvation Army give modest one-time help with bills — several small grants together can close a gap.
Two free things worth real money: benefits screening (ten minutes to find out if you're leaving SNAP, Medicaid, WIC, or tax credits on the table) and VITA free tax prep every spring — the Earned Income Tax Credit is the biggest check many families see all year. And please: skip the payday lenders. The fees are designed to trap you.
What to expect when you call: documentation requests — ID, the bill, proof of income. Have photos of them on your phone before you call.
Sharsheret Inc is a Jewish nonprofit that helps people facing breast cancer, ovarian cancer, or high genetic risk. It offers phone and online support, peer matching, education, genetic counseling, caregiver help, parenting tools, and some financial help. Its main office is in Teaneck, New Jersey, and its services are available nationally, including by phone and online.
12 services
Quest Cares is the supportive services program of Quest Community Development Corporation in Atlanta. It helps people who have been homeless or are at risk stay housed with case management, housing support, recovery support, health referrals, benefits help, life skills, and connections to other services.
8 services
Family Promise of Cobb County helps Cobb County families with children who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. They offer temporary shelter, meals, case management, housing support, eviction prevention, job readiness, financial literacy, and connections to other local resources.
7 services
United Military Care Inc. is a Marietta nonprofit that serves veterans, military families, caregivers, and survivors across Georgia. They help connect people to food, housing support, VA benefits guidance, emergency help, and veteran resource events.
8 services