Community Assistance Center (CAC) - Tamara Carrera Center
1130 Hightower Trail, Sandy Springs, 30350
(770) 552-4889 · more numbers below
Community Assistance Center (CAC) is a nonprofit in Sandy Springs that helps neighbors in Sandy Springs, Dunwoody and part of Doraville who hit a sudden money crisis, like losing a job, getting sick or going through a divorce. It gives short-term help with rent and utility bills, free groceries through its Mini-Market food pantries, and low-cost clothing and household goods at Canopy Thrift. Its Empowerment Center also offers free English classes, computer and financial skills classes, career help, and free tax preparation.
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- Who they serve
- Families, Seniors, AnyoneFrom the description, not confirmed
- Distribution days
- Mini-Market Food Pantry: Monday-Friday 9:30am-1:00pm; Saturday 9:30am-12:00pm at 8607 Roswell Road. South Sandy Springs Branch food pantry: Monday-Friday 9:30am-1:00pm.From the description, not confirmed
- ID required
- YesFrom the description, not confirmed
What they offer 23
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Administrative officesService
They are the offices that help run the organization.
- Needs a re-check· Nov 25
Adult EducationProgram
Free adult classes in ESOL/English, computer skills, career readiness and personal financial management, offered in English and Spanish at two locations.
- Info refreshed from their website· Jun 13
CAC Cares for KidsProgram
Seasonal help for children in client families: summer meals, back-to-school backpacks, fall coats and holiday food and gifts.
- Needs a re-check· Sep 22
Career ServicesProgram
Job and career development help for clients and community members working toward better-paying jobs.
- Needs a re-check· Apr 14
Choose-Your-Own Food PantryService
A client-choice food pantry where eligible neighbors can pick out free groceries.
- Needs a re-check· Feb 14
Clothing Assistance and Canopy ThriftService
A thrift store at 8607 Roswell Road selling clothing, furniture, and household goods, with proceeds funding CAC programs and vouchers giving eligible clients free clothing.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 20
Coats for KidsProgram
A seasonal program giving free winter coats to children in need.
- Needs a re-check· Jan 15
Computer ClassesProgram
Computer classes cover beginner computer basics and Microsoft Office skills such as Excel and PowerPoint.
Events 0
No upcoming events listed.
Past events (2)
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 5
CAC Jobseeker Bootcamp
Thu, Oct 15 · 9:00am–2:00pm
A free day of job search workshops for people looking for work.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 5
ESOL Conversation Over Coffee
Sat, Oct 10 · 9:00am–11:00am
A relaxed Saturday morning to practice English with extra support and casual conversation, held the first three Saturdays of each month.
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