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Atlanta Children’s Shelter Announces Leadership Transition

 The Atlanta Children’s Shelter Board of Directors today announced Sandra Holiday will resign as Executive Director effective Nov. 11 after more than 12 years of service with the organization.  “Sandy’s leadership will have a lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals and on the Shelter for years to come,” said Board Chair Alison Chiock. “We will be forever grateful and wish her the best in her future endeavors.”  Holiday led the Shelter through the expansion of adult mental health services and...

Big Voices for Georgia’s Children Award

The Atlanta Children’s Shelter (ACS) was one of four Georgia advocates recognized for the work they do in improving the well-being of children in Georgia. During the 15th Anniversary celebration, ACS was celebrated for advocating on behalf of homeless children for over 30 years and for improving the well-being of homeless children and their families.  To view ACS’ Executive Director, Sandra Holiday’s testimonial from this year’s event, please click here. Voices for Georgia’s Children is a non-profit child policy and advocacy organization that...

Chipping in for Children

Register for Kimberly-Clark Corporation’s Charity Golf Outing to benefit the Atlanta Children’s Shelter!  When: Thursday, August 3rd Where: Woodmount Golf and Country Club 3105 Gaddis Road Canton, GA 30115 What: 4 Person team scramble, Lunch/Check in starting at 11:30AM, Shotgun start 1PM Why: All proceeds go to the Atlanta Children’s Shelter Cost: $120 a person REGISTRATION & PAYMENT DEADLINE: Friday, July 28th Don’t want to golf but still want to donate??? Visit their website to help us reach our goal! Additional Information Available at: www.tournevents.com/ChippingInForChildren Download C4C Registration 2017 ...

Over 400 Runners Help the Atlanta Children’s Shelter Take Strides to Help Children Thrive!

WSB-TV Family 2 Family and Corporate Partners Make 5 To Thrive a Success! ATLANTA, April 18, 2017 – The Atlanta Children’s Shelter (ACS) and more than 500 community supporters gathered in Piedmont Park for the 9th Annual “5 to Thrive” 5K Run/Walk and Bunny Run on Saturday April 15, 2017 to support ACS programs serving homeless children and families in Metro Atlanta. This family-friendly event began with a Pep Rally hosted by WSB-TV Family 2 Family Reporter Carl Willis. After a brief...