Regional and local organizations:
The Northeast Georgia Homeless and Poverty Coalition provides resources and assistance to groups that work with homeless individuals and families. Athens-Clarke County community development sends representation to meetings of the coalition.
Athens Resource Center for Hope provides many services for homeless individuals, including dental and medical care, advocacy, day care, and transitional housing.
Athens Area Homeless Shelter offers a variety of services as well as accommodations for homeless families.
The Sparrow’s Nest is run by a Christian ministry and offers day services on a walk-in basis to homeless individuals.
Action Ministries has a prominent presence in downtown Athens, serving breakfast and lunch every weekday and providing bagged lunches on Saturdays and Sundays! This is a lifeline for many individuals living on the street. Action Ministries also offers a variety of other supports and services.