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1 0 2 9 Children Served at our annual Holiday House!
We served 1,029 children across 308 families this year at Holiday House! We are ecstatic at this milestone impact! Scroll down to view the photos of this wonderful event! Thank you to the following sponsors: Set -Up Day – Friday, Dec. 6th Shopping Day 1 – Monday, Dec. 9th Shopping Day 2 – Tuesday,…
Read MoreAmazing 2024 Winter Dance Recital!
The Power of Dance for Our Kiddos Dance can be transformative for young children experiencing homelessness. It’s more than just an activity—it’s a way to grow emotionally, mentally, physically, and socially. Dance gives children consistency, safety, and a chance to thrive. A Safe Space for Emotions Dance helps kiddos develop movement as an additional tool…
Read MoreWelcoming Our 2 New Directors!
Here at the Day Shelter, we’ve got some new faces! Barbara Blalock Director of Early Childhood Education Meet Barbara Blalock, our new Director of the Early Childhood Education Program at the Atlanta Children’s Day Shelter! Originally from sunny Phoenix, Barbara joined us in early 2024, bringing a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership and early…
Read MoreSpirit Week 2024 – Don’t Miss These Cute Photos!
Our annual Spirit Week is here! Every year, the kiddos get dressed up, not just because it’s Halloween, but because it’s good for them! Opportunities like this promote… Community Building: Encourages a sense of belonging and camaraderie among children, staff, and families. Creativity and Self-Expression: Allows children to express their personalities through their outfits, fostering…
Read MoreAn Amazing First Day of School!
The first day of school is always filled with excitement and a little bit of nervous energy as students step into new classrooms, bond with teachers, and engage with friends. For children experiencing homelessness, this day is especially critical in helping them feel a sense of normalcy and belonging. It sets the tone for the…
Read MoreBackpack Drive Saved!
When a severe storm swept through Texas, our original backpack drive leaders were caught right in the middle of it, unable to deliver the backpacks they had worked so hard to gather. We have this backpack drive every year to support our families as the new school year starts. But here’s where the story takes…
Read MoreThank You, Manhattan Associates!
A Big Thank You for a Generous Donation! This week, we had the wonderful opportunity to work with our friends from @manhattanassociates. Their donation is helping us provide one student with 120 days of quality early childhood education. We’re so grateful for their support—it’s making a huge difference for our kids! Fun with Textures: A…
Read MoreReflecting on a Fun Summer of Learning!
As the curtain falls on our Summer STEAM Academy, we celebrate a season of learning, discovery, and fun. This summer, our teachers, staff, and supporters created an environment where our kiddos’ creativity and curiosity flourished. Hands-on activities let our little ones have fun while learning, fostering a love for discovery that will last a lifetime.…
Read MoreOur 2023 Annual Report is here!
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Read MoreGearing Up for our Summer STEAM Academy!
Our Summer STEAM Academy kicked off this month! STEAM learning will encourage our students to hone their observation skills, find patterns, analyze results, and predict outcomes, all through fun experiments and field trips. Introducing these opportunities to our kiddos instills essential critical thinking skills and helps them become better problem solvers! Catch photos of this…
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