Community Assistance Center (CAC) - Tamara Carrera Center
Community Assistance Center (CAC) is the largest human services nonprofit in Sandy Springs and Dunwoody, helping neighbors avoid hunger and homelessness since 1987. They run a food pantry and thrift shop, and provide rent and utility help, free job training, English and adult-education classes, free tax help, and youth programs. In 2024 they served nearly 10,000 people and gave out about one million pounds of food.
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This agency offers a food pantry to families and individuals in need.
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- Who they serve
- families,anyoneAI-extracted, unconfirmed
- Gender restrictions
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What they offer 9
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Food PantryService
Free groceries for income-eligible households to prevent hunger.
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Thrift Shop / Clothing & Household GoodsService
Free or low-cost clothing, school supplies, and household items.
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Financial AssistanceService
Emergency help with rent and utility bills to prevent eviction and homelessness.
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Thrive (Empowerment / Workforce Development)Program
Career training, job coaching, and placement plus wraparound support like childcare, transportation, and tuition help to move families toward financial stability.
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Adult Education & ESOL ClassesProgram
Free classes including six levels of English (ESOL), computer skills, and financial management.
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Career ServicesService
Resume building, interview preparation, job coaching, and job placement assistance.
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Free Tax AssistanceService
Free income tax preparation for eligible low-income clients.
- Recently verified· Jun 24
Youth ProgramsProgram
Programs supporting children and teens in client families.
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Food PantriesService
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