March 2024 • Bringing community together since 1987 | | Coming together to feed those in need | | |
It is a beautiful day today. I am looking our at blooming trees, birds twitting about, and a clear blue sky. I even have peaches starting to grow on my tree!
On this beautiful day, I walked into the Mini-Market to see it full of people looking to feed their family. People were lined up to access the food in our pantry. That is great! …Except, our shelves are lacking stock. We are low on food supplies that these families need to put sufficient food, in quantity and quality, on the table.
That is where you come in. We need your help to fill the shelves. I was talking to a teenager in our community who is all about helping fill the need. Sarah has started Front Porch Food Drive to collect food that can fill our shelves and fill clients' food needs. She is committed to making a difference in our community. Let’s join Sarah in making a positive food impact on our neighbors’ lives.
Below you will see a list of badly needed foods. Let’s do this: if you collect enough food to fill the bed of my Tacoma pickup, I will personally come pick it up.
Let’s fight hunger together.
Francis, CEO of CAC
| | | Fight food insecurity with CAC! | | CAC distributed 722,197 meals in our community in 2023, helping keep food on the table for families during tough times. | | |
Most-needed foods
- Rice
- Oatmeal
- Soups
- Canned meats (spam, tuna, chicken, etc.)
- Canned fruit
- Dried beans
- Lentils
- Pasta (any kind)
- Pasta sauce
- Diced tomatoes
- Pasta entrees
- Condiments
- Canned corn
- Peanut butter
- Meat entrees
- Ramen noodles
| | | | | Drop off your donations at any of our three Mini-Market locations during these hours: | | |
Roswell Road
8607 Roswell Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30350
Monday-Friday 9:00am-3:45pm
Saturday 9:00am-12:30pm
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South Sandy Springs 120 Northwood Drive, Suite 150, Sandy Springs, GA 30342
Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00am-1:00pm
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Dunwoody
5 Dunwoody Park S, Building 5, Suite 113, Dunwoody, GA 30338
Tuesday and Thursday 8:00am-1:00pm
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How do we do it?
CAC distributes fresh produce, meats, dairy, prepared foods, and shelf-stable foods to neighbors in need out of three conveniently-located pantries. We run a client-choice model, which works like a grocery store: clients choose what they want to eat per their preferences, dietary restrictions, allergies, etc. CAC helps clients access nutritious, fresh food for free, easing the burden of grocery shopping on the monthly budget.
| | Thank you to our food partners for helping us source healthy, affordable food: | | CAC Career Expo helps 250+ jobseekers meet employers offering great career paths | | Featuring over 20 local companies offering fair wages, great benefits, and internal career paths, the Sandy Springs Connects! Career Expo on March 13 saw over 250 jobseekers looking to find great careers in the Sandy Springs area. | | | Mark your calendars - the Sandy Springs Connects! Career Expo will return in September 2024! | |
FREE virtual workshops for jobseekers
Through the CAC Career Center, community members gain access to over 50 virtual jobseeker workshops a month for FREE. Registration required.
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Make a difference: become a Career Advocate
From resume review to interviewing tips, your professional experience can help an individual land a higher-paying job and get on stable financial footing.
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Open Monday - Friday 9:30am - 4:00pm & Saturday 9:30am - 12:30pm
8607 Roswell Road • Sandy Springs, GA 30350
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Friday, April 19 is FABULOUS FRIDAY!
25% OFF FURNITURE • 50% OFF EVERYTHING ELSE
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SPIN-TO-WIN MONDAYS:
Try your luck at the wheel every Monday. Spin the wheel for your chance at discounts on your purchase!
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MOST-NEEDED DONATIONS:
- Children's spring/summer clothing - ALL sizes
- Comforters
- Blankets
- Towels
- Curtains
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Donate, shop, and repeat! | |
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Like-new clothing, accessories, and household goods of quality can be found at thrift store prices. The best part?
All proceeds help fund CAC's emergency assistance program, so every dollar you spend means a dollar to help our neighbors in need.
| | | | Now's your chance to give your time | | Make a direct, immediate impact in our community by helping our neighbors in need. CAC volunteers prevent hunger and homelessness in our community. Join our network of over 400 volunteers serving 7,500+ clients and make a real difference in 2024. | | | Adult Education kicks off the spring semester | | Celebrating St. Patrick's Day while learning English | | Our Level 2 ESOL class has been learning about St. Patrick's Day while working on their reading and speaking skills! The whole class has worked hard for almost two months to make sure their presentation went well, and they performed beautifully! | | |
ESOL registration is now open!
Classes start the week of April 8
CAC offers six levels of English, ranging from Basic to Conversational, free of charge. To sign up, please email education@ourcac.org with your name, contact information (email address and phone number), and an explanation of your how well you currently speak English.
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Computer Skills classes
Teaching critical job and life skills
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Financial Goals classes
Budgeting and more!
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Save the date: JERSEY BOYS Performance benefiting CAC
Tuesday, July 16 • City Springs Performing Arts Center
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Mark your calendars for July 16, as the City Springs Theatre Company puts on a performance of JERSEY BOYS that benefits CAC's emergency assistance program!
Winner of Best Musical at both the Tony Awards® and Olivier Awards®, JERSEY BOYS takes you behind the music of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons to discover the secret of a 40-year friendship as the foursome work their way from the streets of New Jersey to the heights of stardom.
Tickets go on sale soon, so keep an eye out!
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