Community Foundation of Central Georgia

Animals

Our current dishwasher is over 10 years old. We wash 1-2 loads a day and most of the functions on the washer no longer work. We have seven cat cages that are over 10 years old. They are cleaned daily with sanitizer and have begun to rust and have holes in some places. A cat wheel, the one we presently have is several years old and has become worn and wobbly.

An animal wash tub is essential to maintain cleanliness of the service areas in the building, particularly for incoming animals that are dirty or injured. The Lamar County Animal Shelter and Morris Adoption Center is under construction and will be ready for outfitting and equipment late in 2024. It has always been a joint publicly/privately funded initiative.

The shelter needs a commercial grade, 3 compartment stainless steel sink for dish/bowl washing. Handwashing is generally better than machine washing. The application is for a mid-grade Elkay sink shown below, including the spigot assembly.

There are 20 dog kennels needing 40 stainless bowls Each dog needs a cot/bed to be able to sleep off the floor. Coolorado dog beds are the original and well regarded.

Arts & Culture

This project uses music education as a foundation for STEAM learning, providing Pleasant Hill youth with access to afterschool and weekend music theory and education programs. We are requesting $2500 to cover the purchase of 5 sets of drums and accessories, along with 2 training tablets. These materials will not only help students gain hands-on experience with music but also introduce them to technology, engineering, and arts integration. Through this program, we aim to create an engaging, educational environment that inspires creativity and technical skill development.

We are committed to advancing Community Workforce Development with Studio Training Software for our Pleasant Hill Youth recording studio. This software will equip young people with technical skills in the music industry, enhancing their employability & fostering creative expression.

Authentic art activities stimulate the cognitive processes of making choices, expressing individuality, and utilizing personal strengths. OMA research has demonstrated art experiences improve quality of life and health.

Financial support for GABBA's Spring Celebration including sound management, musician backline and equipment rental, venue rental, and on-site security. Money received supports organizations such as The Children's Methodist Homes, Rose Hill Cemetery, The Allman Brothers Museum at the Big House and musicians struggling with health issues.

Descendants of the Johnston-Felton families graciously donated boxes of historic letters and documents to the collection of Hay House. Those letters, etc. need to be processed and catalogued utilizing proper archival materials. We need to order acid free folders, storage boxes, and polyester envelopes to preserve and properly store the letters.

Scanners will be used for archiving a large quantity of unprocessed letters donated by descendants of the Johnston-Felton families to add to the Hay House's collection. Because of their fragile state, a touchless scanner is needed so that no damage occurs.

As a historic house museum, special care is given to the various items and furnishings in the museum's collection. Part of maintaining the historic furnishings in the house includes cleaning the items. A special vacuum with low suction and various attachment tools is used to vacuum the upholstery of furniture and the drapes throughout the house. Our collections vacuum, which we have had for 10 years, recently broke.

Moving into our 4th year of programming for these specific projects, we would like to expand our offerings and enhance the quality of instruction by using a host of substantive tools we have identified on Amazon. With these items, we can reach even more students as we continue to support educating the whole child. These items include interactive leadership manuals and comprehensive STEAM kits.

Talking Lions: Discussions on Care, Relevance, Place and Storytelling in Arts Education. We understand that teaching and learning goes far beyond texts and lecture. This project will empower teens to investigate how they learn and why it matters. The ongoing work will help to educate educators and policymakers in our area. The work will be shared globally via social media, blogs and a dedicated website. The teacher-student led forums will generate both questions and answers to help move arts and traditional education forward.

Storytellers Macon would like to have tangible marketing materials. We would like to order a total of 100 t-shirts to use as gifts and for sale to our long standing patrons. In addition, we would like to have koozies to use as gifts to tellers and community members.

As we grow as an organization we require levels of equipment, and allowances for archiving. Seeking funds for a 2ns Shooter Video Camera - Panasonic LUMIX G95D 20.3 Megapixel Mirrorless Camera. This video recorder would be used for smaller events with novice videographers. In addition, it will support a professional camera for editing situations that require different points of view.

Storytellers Macon has had to rely on outside sources to video live events. By having our own equipment, our production team will have the ability to autonomously record live events. We currently record our events at Grant's Lounge every second Tuesday of the month with an iphone, and add each event to our YouTube channel.

The Northeast High Red Marching Machines current uniforms are outdated and worn out, hindering the bands performance and morale. New uniforms will enhance the bands image, boost confidence, and create a sense of unity among members.

The 567's pottery studio serves 30 member artists, as well as offering classes, workshops and demonstrations. A small raku kiln kit would allow us to expand the depth and type of art available in our studio. This raku kiln could be used for public demonstrations & classes as well as for limited production by professional potters.

The 567 Center's art gallery also functions as our classroom space for painting classes. The chairs we use for classes are showing tears and other signs of wear. For those who need a place to rest, we provide a few chairs in the gallery. New stackable chairs could be used only for the gallery and meetings, and stored away from the paint during classes.

We are looking to upgrade our Hearing Impaired system to better support our patrons and individuals who may need this specific type of assistance. The system comes with 20 devices to allow us to support our patrons and continue to create an inclusive theatre experience for our patrons.

Private Music Lessons Project-Requesting funding for 8 Bibb County School District orchestra or band students to each receive a cycle of 12 private music lessons taught by local college faculty.

Trinity has an after- school program for elementary students known as Kids in Our City. KIOC is open to all children in Houston County but the majority of the students attend Title 1 schools. We would like to add a music exploration and purchase a class set of ukuleles for elementary-age students.

We request your support in funding new equipment that will include a mixer, monitor, speakers, microphones, and LED spotlights - and will support up to 5 performers to Improve Wesleyan College's "Music in the Arb".

Children, Youth, & Families

A Seat at the Table for Free To Read Summer: rising 2nd and 3rd grade students to use. This past summer, we borrowed a limited number of smaller chairs and acquired adjustable-height tables to better meet the physical needs of our children and create a more age-appropriate learning space designed for them. This experiment proved very successful, and we have now committed to acquire sufficient chairs to fill our classrooms and science enrichment space.

Enhancing Safety at Campus Clubs by Monitoring Our Security Camera System, we need a desktop computer and a TV to monitor our security camera system inside and outside our facility. The monitoring system will be located in our Program Director's office. Strengthening security is essential to preventing future incidents and ensuring a safe environment. HP Desktop: $972 Samsung 32 in TV: $247

Our teachers have asked for picnic tables in our playground area for over 4 years. Students spend all day inside learning at school and then come to our center. Outdoor learning will increase student engagement and academic performance. Teachers will use the outdoor seating for science camps, reading sessions, art activities, and much more. We'd love two but would take one! Norwood Furniture Heavy Duty Picnic Table: $999.88 each

Communities In Schools (CIS) Central GA's in school student mentoring program at SOAR Academy provides one-on-one mentoring for at least one hour a week each week during the school year. This High Five grant would allow us to begin skill development in marketing streams by making branded t-shirts and swag items.

In our sensory room, we aim to create a nurturing environment that meets the diverse sensory needs of children in our community. To achieve this, we will need a variety of accessible and affordable items, including: Sensory Toys: Soft, textured toys that engage touch, such as squeeze balls, fidget spinners, and textured blocks to promote tactile exploration. Calming Equipment: Items like weighted blankets, noise-canceling headphones, and soft lighting to create a soothing atmosphere and help children feel safe and relaxed. Creative Materials: Art supplies, such as playdough.

CL&SH would like to improve our existing outdoor play space for our residential children and families. We plan to purchase playground equipment for our shelter. This upgrade would allow children of a variety of ages to use their motor skills while supporting cognitive skills and physical development.

Resilient Minds, Creative Hearts: Empowering Youth with Breath and Art. Camp HOPE serves kids ages 7-15 who have experienced or been exposed to domestic violence, sexual abuse, or child abuse. This project will empower students during camp week by integrating breath practice, mindfulness, and art into the curriculum. Students will learn breathing techniques for stress management and explore somatic storytelling through colors and emotions to build resilience.

We regularly provide our clients with workbooks, devotionals and Bibles when these are available. We would appreciate funding to allow us to restock these items.

Calm Strips are sensory tools that help individuals manage anxiety & stress, providing practical support for clients, especially children, in grounding themselves during distress. By providing these strips, we empower clients in self-regulation & emotional resilience. These strips also serve a deeper purpose for families facing trauma or financial hardship, acting as transformative coping tools.

The Family Counseling Center of Central Georgia offers low to no-cost counseling for children, individuals, and families, with a focus on low-income clients and crime victims. Our unique approach includes free case management. We aim to purchase bags to provide clients with a practical tool for carrying necessities, while also promoting awareness of our services.

School uniforms for youth in Macon-Bibb, raised by financially disadvantaged relative caregivers. Our agency has identified a distributor that offers bulk uniforms tax-free, making this an efficient use of funds. The goal of this grant is to supplement our agency's our current supply of school uniforms & add additional sizes. This grant will ensure that all youth has access to appropriate school attire to attend school with dignity & confidence.

Supplement our diaper supply for relative caregivers! Utilizing our tax-exempt status, we'll add diapers to our Caregiver Resource Closet. This initiative ensures babies' basic needs are met, alleviating caregivers' financial strain and promoting child well-being.

Next Level Community Development Center, dba Camp Zion, would like an outdoor play area for students participating in the organization's afterschool and summer programs, which serve marginalized youth ages 5 - 18. Due to their unsafe areas, most students being served can only take advantage of playground equipment/outdoor play while at day school and after school.

Group therapy during summer school gives middle & high schoolers essential social-emotional skills, enhancing both personal well-being & academic readiness. Meeting new peers broadens perspectives & fosters belonging. This experience supports emotional health & provides lifelong tools: managing relationships, boosting self-confidence, and staying focused in school.

Wall-mounted AED (Automated External Defibrillator) that will be easily accessible to all families and staff at RMHC. This life-saving device will enhance our emergency preparedness and provide critical support to our families and staff during cardiac emergencies. The unit will be semi-automatic in functionality, adult and child mode, with a 4 year battery life.

As part of our commitment to safety and well-being, we are seeking funding to purchase an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)easily accessible to all families and staff. The unit will be semi-automatic in functionality, adult and child mode, with a 4year battery life.

Demand for our Emergency Utility Program is 19% greater (492 families 2023 vs 587 families 2024) and utility costs 8% higher compared to last year (JAN-SEP). A High Five grant will enable us to realize our mission and provide this crisis-oriented assistance for the needy in Houston County.

The Boys & Girls Club current capacity limits the number of individuals we can serve. Expansion will allow us to reach teens audience, ensuring that individuals have access to our programs and support.

Through our EMBRACE program, we are caring for teenage mothers and their infant children. We would appreciate funds specific to our youngest children's needs including bottles, diapers, formula, clothing, and toys.

In need of chairs, sofas, televisions, bedroom and other furniture and accessories for cottages. Five to ten children are living in these homes each day.

We encourage regular recreational activities for our boys and girls. We know physical activity is an important part of their growth and healing. Any funding provided will help us keep our youth active by providing recreational items or activities (sports equipment, art supplies, etc...).

Revitalize Our Community Message! Help us transform our outdated, sagging billboard! We need funding for a vibrant new graphic that showcases the heart of the Salvation Army of Greater Macon and celebrates 125 years of service.

Trinity offers an after- school program and summer camp known as Kids in Our City. There is no charge for students to attend. One of the explorations offered is sewing classes. We would like to award the students their own sewing machine after the completion of the sewing exploration. We would also like to add 2 sewing machines in the sewing classroom. The cost of the machine is approximately $150. We would like to purchase 12 machines.

Trinity has an after-school program, Kids in Our City (KIOC) is open to all children in Houston County with emphasis on students attending Title 1 schools. The current laptop has a damaged screen which greatly limits it capabilities. It is needed for administrative tasks, photos and videos.

Participation Pays provides gift cards for our Celebrity Chef Cook-Off and our annual Youth Rally competition during Fall Break. Our annual fundraiser (Celebrity Chef Cook-Off) and Youth Rally basketball competitions are events that award gift cards to competitors. This provides great incentive for youth, family and friends, and the community at-large to attend.

Every student who attends our Anger Management/Conflict Resolution classes receives a certificate on card stock, beautifully placed in "grown up" diploma holders. We hold a celebration that includes gift bags, snacks and drinks and of course, presentation of certificates. Your gift will provide supplies for a beautiful celebration for up to 60 students that includes diploma holders, card stock, gift bags (include stress balls, fidget spinners, mini notebooks and gel pens), as well as drinks and snacks for every student. The joy on their faces is priceless!

Medals and Trophies will be used at the Celebrity Chef Cook-Off and the Fall Break Youth Rally. The Celebrity Chef Cook-Off teaches teens to plan and implement events-- setting up, serving and clean up. Fall Break Youth Rally is a basketball competition that allows youth to compete for awards and gift cards.

Community & Economic Development

FCA provides athletes and coaches with leadership training that will empower them to positively impact their families, friends, and beyond. This grant will provide the necessary resources to enhance and expand our efforts in Bibb County.

GWM's celebrates the states literary history (exhibits), promotes its contemporary writers, and educates readers and writers of all ages, and connect people to Georgias literary arts. As part of our 10th anniversary, GWM is undergoing a capital campaign. We still need ADA restrooms, window blinds, and office furniture.

H4HG is the hosts of monthly luncheons for faith leaders, creatives, and community leaders. These lunches are ways for us to build relationship and develop strategies that will enhance the spiritual, social, and creative climate of our community. This assistance will allow us to provide lunch and other resources for a full year for the leaders who will be in attendance.

In addition to building new homes, Houston County Habitat for Humanity repairs homes owned by residents who have a disability, are Veterans, or are senior citizens. We are in need of new items to stock our trailer to ensure we have the best tools to do the job.

We have been doing repairs for 20 years and are in need of new items to stock our trailer to ensure we have the best tools to do the job. The purchase of these items will allow us to be able to continue to expand our repair services in Houston County.

We have been doing repairs for 20 years and are in need of new items to stock our trailer to ensure we have the best tools to do the job. The purchase of these items will allow us to be able to continue to expand our repair services in Houston County.

MTA's slogan "we're more than a bus ride," is baked into our mission to create impactful projects promoting transit & enhancing the community. The goal of our collaboration with Washington Library is to provide 1st graders with a joyful story time/sing-along on Melody, our electric music bus. We gift each child a book/bookmark listing libraries, locations, hours & MTA bus servicing each branch.

The Macon Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival is in need of four additional 14ft double sided parking flag signs for the festival at Carolyn Crayton Park. Each of these flag signs and personalized, in color and cost $750 per sign. These additional signs are needed to keep the flow of traffic moving at the park.

The Macon Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival is in need of a new safe to hold cash during the festival at Carolyn Crayton Park. Admission to the park is $10, with discount days offered. While debit and credit cards are accepted for admission, about 48% of our patrons still pay with cash. We have 6-8 lines open to enter the park at 2 different entrances. Because of this, we take a very large amount of cash out of the bank daily for change and need a safe place to store it during the festival. Our request includes shipping, tax and a 3-year warranty on a new safe.

By incorporating the Broil King Crown Pellet 400 Grill, we enhance our mission of bringing people together and creating memorable experiences. This versatile grill, with its advanced wood pellet fuel system and digital controller, will be a focal point for gatherings.

The HP PC will be a crucial asset, providing a modern, mobile system for all activities, meetings, and newsletters. With its powerful Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and 256GB SSD, it ensures smooth operation and ample storage.

By providing essential food service supplies, we can efficiently serve meals during community events and programs. These supplies will enable us to host more frequent and larger gatherings, fostering a sense of community, inclusivity, and collaboration.

Rebuilding Macon completes 200+ home repair projects a year for elderly and/or disabled, low-income homeowners. All repairs are done free of charge for the homeowner. Year-round work in Georgia means working much of the year in 80 degree + weather. A freestanding ice maker would allow us to keep our volunteers cool and hydrated while out on projects. We want to make sure they are taken care of while they help carry out Rebuilding Macon's mission!

Rebuilding Macon is in need of extra security fencing at their office/warehouse. The materials needed for repairs are stored at the warehouse and adjoining yard space. Recently the current fence surrounding the yard has been cut. Rebuilding Macon is requesting funds to purchase the materials needed to add an additional layer of security fence on the perimeter. This would include 40 panels of fencing at $70 a piece and 40 4x4x8 at $10 a piece.

The acquisition of an enclosed utility trailer by Rebuilding Together Warner Robins is a step forward in our mission to assist the vulnerable communities within Houston County. This addition will undoubtedly expand our reach and efficiency in delivering vital services to the elderly, veterans, and disabled individuals.

A utility trailer would enable Rebuilding Together Warner Robins to broaden impact and streamline efforts. This strategic move enhances their ability to provide essential services more effectively, ensuring that the elderly, veterans, and disabled residents receive the care and assistance they deserve.

United in Pink would like to convert one of its spaces into a coffee and conversation mentoring lounge to allow survivors to gather informally at least once a month. This white and gold coffee station would match the current decor and enable us to complete the room. This space would provide a safe and comfortable environment for survivors to pour a cup of coffee and enjoy casual conversation.

Education

This kit will provide much-needed tools like trellises, an irrigation system, a compost bin, pest control supplies, and educational signage to enhance our community garden. This will offers students hands-on learning in agriculture, sustainability, and nutrition while nurturing valuable skills like problem-solving and collaboration.

Achieve Academy seeks sensory tools and adaptive furniture to support our mission of fostering an inclusive learning environment. Many of our students, including those with ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, and disruptive behaviors, face sensory processing challenges that hinder engagement. Tools like fidget items, adaptive seating, and noise-canceling headphones can help students improve their focus and self-regulation. These items will enhance their engagement in learning, boost their confidence, and develop essential life skills to help them achieve both academic and personal goals.

A Seat at the Table for Free To Read Summer: Eighteen 14-inch chairs for rising 2nd and 3rd students to use with adjustable, Montessori-style tables (requested amount includes taxes and shipping) This past summer, we borrowed a limited number of smaller chairs and acquired adjustable-height tables to better meet the physical needs of our children and create a more age-appropriate learning space designed for them. This experiment proved very successful, and we have now committed to acquire sufficient chairs to fill our classrooms and science enrichment space.

Stock the Free To Read® Intensive Classroom. Appleton Free To Read® Intensive will assist six 2nd graders with critical literacy deficits twice a week after school. Our classroom needs a white board, a master set of Decodable readers, and six 16-inch chairs to match our adjustable-height tables.

Campus Clubs is relocating our educational garden to the playground area to enhance safety. Our volunteer director requires several items to make this transition possible. This garden will provide hands-on learning, teaching children about gardening, sustainability, and healthy eating. Designed by Heidi Clinite of Maypop Garden Designs, we will continue to host seasonal parties where kids enjoy the produce they've grown. Budget: 2 troughs: $540 Gravel, soil, mulch: $151.20 Arch Tunnel: $75.60 Plants & seeds: $233.20 Gardener’s fee: $200 Total: $1200

The iMAC would be a great device for Girls Dig Deeper Initiative. We know that Apple products are known for their durability and longevity. As an organization we want to use equipment with a longer lifespan which means fewer replacements and reduce long term costs.

Girls Dig Deeper Initiative can use the portable external hard drive by connecting it to a computer and other digital devices to store, back up and transfer large amounts of data and information such as our mentor/mentee information, intake forms, evaluations, and assessments.

Girls Dig Deeper Initiative needs a multifunction device that combines the capabilities of a printer, scanner and a copier. To print information and resources to facilitate our curriculum and lessons for the girls in our mentoring program. The scanner portion is used to capture physical documents, photos and objects and converts them in digital formats. The scanned files can then be saved, shared or edited electronically. The copier and faxing capabilities is also a great addition included to help distribute necessary information.

Hayiya, Inc. would like to expand upon our wildly popular summer offering to teach sewing classes to children during the school year. In addition to learning new crafting and design skills, student will participate in entrepreneurial sessions as well as learn to market and sell their creations.

We are requesting funds to create Hack Boxes for MaconThon participants. Each box will include essential tools like notebooks, gift cards for supplies, hack cards, and other resources to help participants build their MVPs. These boxes will support the innovation process, fostering creativity and collaboration while providing tangible resources to empower participants in transforming their ideas into viable products.

We are requesting tablets to support participants during MaconThon, a program aimed at helping local entrepreneurs develop MVPs. These tablets will enhance collaboration, facilitate app prototyping, and provide essential tools for digital product creation. They will ensure that participants have access to modern technology, supporting our mission to empower underrepresented founders and build tech-enabled community solutions.

A portable simulators will allow First Tee to bring golf to partners that who may not have access to the open area to play golf. It allows us to set up in a smaller area, and still teach the great game of golf, while also allowing to show children the technology side of golf as well. We will also be able to use these simulators at public events while promoting our program.

We need 8 computers to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) literacy tools in our curriculum to enhance learning in literacy, personalize reading experiences, adapting content to student abilities, and providing real-time feedback. By investing in computers, we can give students the skills they need for future success.

Gift cards are small, yet valuable incentives that will serve as motivational tools for our students. The gift card will also provide achievable milestones that all students can reach regardless of their grade level helping to build their self-esteem.

The AI will assess students reading levels and progress through engaging, customized reading experiences. Integrating AI app will help foster growth and confidence in reading and writing. This program will also help staff adapt to meet each child where he or she is to ensure no child is left behind. The app will make learning reading fun and enjoyable which will be impactful, and it will also address our student specific learning styles.

By utilizing drones and their applications, students perceive technology not as an indecipherable obstacle, but as an enjoyable innovation with positive societal impact. Through their inquiries, intricate concepts pertaining to aerodynamics, robotics, and electricity are elucidated, solidifying fundamental principles.

The Sillbird STEM Robotic Kit facilitates students' understanding of systems thinking by demonstrating how diverse components collaborate to accomplish a shared objective. The kit allow students to perceive technology not as an indecipherable obstacle, but as an enjoyable innovation with positive societal impact.

The Sillbird STEM Robotic Kit facilitate students' comprehensive of systems thinking by demonstrating how diverse components collaborate to accomplish a shared objective. This comprehensive understanding is imperative in robotics and other STEM disciplines. By utilizing the Sillbird Robotic Kit and their applications, students perceive technology not as an indecipherable obstacle, but as an enjoyable innovation with positive societal impact.

Our organization needs two laptop computers to support the education of at-risk youth in our THRIVE after-school program, as many of our feeder schools have students who do not read at grade level. Laptops will help us provide the necessary resources to bridge these gaps. With LH Williams' after-school program at capacity, we aim to fill this gap.

Support for the THRIVE at risk-after school program. Our organization needs four laptop computers to support the education of at-risk youth in our THRIVE after-school program, as many of our feeder schools have students who do not read at grade level. With LH Williams' after-school program at capacity, we aim to fill this gap, ensuring these underserved students receive the tools and resources needed for academic success.

THRIVE at risk-after school program needs four laptop computers to support the education of at-risk youth in our THRIVE after-school program. Our program addresses the critical demand for educational support. Laptops will help us provide the necessary resources to bridge these gaps.

Laptops will be used to deliver interactive lessons by showing videos, presentations, and other multimedia content. It would be beneficial for our tutors to have this item to present a well-rounded teaching approach.

The WOHC, Inc will be hosting a New Year Back to School Bash (BSB) to support Houston County families who may be in need for the second half of the school year but could not otherwise afford it. Most BSBs occur in August but the school year ends in May and supplies are still needed until May. Many students still require school supplies, or may need a new backpack, or various supply items that are requested in the classrooms throughout the year such as hand sanitizer, paper towels, wipes, or toilet paper.

The core mission of the Women of Honor Center is helping women, children and families rebuild stable, healthy and productive lives. WOH tries to assist families by alleviating some of the burden yearly through the donation of food baskets to various families in need throughout Houston County. Our goal is to ensure families know that WOH is there to assist in their time of need through all of the services we provide.

Environment

This session will guide ONPPI in creating a 3-year strategic framework focused on education, preservation, advocacy, and community engagement. Facilitated by a nonprofit strategy consultant, the process includes a pre-session assessment, a two-day retreat, and post-session follow-up.

We are requesting funding for planters to enhance the David Lucas Pedestrian Walkway. Adding greenery and seasonal flowers will create a visually appealing environment, encouraging pedestrian use while softening the urban landscape.

We are requesting large, weather-resistant planters for the James Brown Pedestrian Bridge in Pleasant Hill to enhance the bridges aesthetic, and create a more welcoming, community-friendly environment.

Health & Human Services

Pursuant to our mission to promote self esteem and encourage every woman to prioritize personal hygiene, personal care items are provided. We have expanded our mission to nursing care facilities where residents may not have family members who can provide these items. Funding to continue to provide these products will help us provide for many who are unable to provide if for themselves.

Achieve Foundation seeks funding for wellness and mindfulness resources to support Achieve Academy students' emotional and mental well-being. Many of our students with autism, ADHD, and disruptive behaviors benefit from tools that promote focus and self-regulation.

We would like the opportunity to replace some older and much used furniture in our office. We would like to purchase a standing desk that is adjustable as well as two chairs and a small sofa or loveseat used by our clients.

Various items and toys are most useful to facilitate communication with children during therapy/counseling sessions. Items such as board games, stuffed animals, and balls are used to help create meaningful interaction between children and their mental health professionals.

This project will create a high-level physician toolkit to raise awareness and diagnosis of rare diseases including VCP disease. Headquartered in Houston Co., our mission is to bring treatments for rare diseases, including VCP disease. We aim to launch a toolkit and awareness program to equip rural doctors with these resources.

Daybreak helps more than 2,000 people experiencing homelessness each year. A grant of $1,000 will provide 200 4-ride bus passes to help Daybreak participants access jobs, medical appointments, and other community resources empowering health, housing and financial stability.

Depaul USA-Daybreak/Sheridan Center's Startup expenses like fees and household goods can be a significant barrier. A grant of $560 will help two homeless individuals or families moving to housing by providing a new queen sized mattress, bedframe and mattress protector to start life in their new home.

Calm Strips are sensory tools that help individuals manage anxiety & stress, providing practical support for clients, especially children, in grounding themselves during distress. By providing these strips, we empower clients in self-regulation & emotional resilience.

We are requesting funding for battery powered stair chairs for emergency-preparedness. Our main office is a three story building in downtown Macon. During an emergency requiring evacuation of the building, disabled patients in 2nd floor exam rooms may need assistance exiting the building.

We are requesting funding for battery powered stair chairs for emergency-preparedness. Our main office is a three story building in downtown Macon. During an emergency requiring evacuation of the building, disabled patients in 2nd floor exam rooms may need assistance exiting the building.

To expand access to the medically underserved, we are renovating a building in East Macon to offer primary care to the underserved neighborhoods of East Macon. We will need to furnish additional exam rooms when we move into that renovated building in the summer of 2025.

Georgia STOMP aims to address menstrual equity and eliminate period poverty in Georgia, including Laurens County where the poverty rate exceeds 21%, with 54% of female headed households living in poverty. We are seeking funding for the yearly software subscription that powers our ongoing communication efforts. Connecting with coalition members, grassroots advocates, and policy makers is vital to our work.

Georgia STOMP is a coalition formed to address menstrual equity and eliminate period poverty in Georgia. Candid Conversations is our signature program for educating about the need for menstrual equity in public spaces. We are requesting funding to expand the curriculum for multiple target audiences that will allow us to host Candid Conversations on a much larger scale.

The group home provides 24 hour care for residents with cognitive disabilities. Three women have learned to wash their own clothing, including work clothes, which could be accomplishsed in a new washer. The current showers are not suitable for wheelchairs and sitting to bathe. We want each resident to retain their dignity by washing themselves with minimal support.

This analyzer is used for rapid testing in the clinic, eliminating the need to send patients out for labs. If additional labs are needed then we will be able to narrow the testing to pin point what is needed.

This grant would purchase backpacks to carry a pump that continuously administers an additional leukemia drug called blinatumomab. In the past, administrating this drug would require patients to be admitted for a lengthy hospital stay. This special pump allows the drug to be administered continuously while pediatric oncology patients continue their day-to-day lives at home.

Playground equipment will help Victory Academy provide students outside activity to support their physical and mental health.

Loaves and Fishes Ministry would love to have funds to purchase needed items for our clients, specifically coats, light jackets and blankets.

We are requesting building materials to build small food pantries to put in the community at different schools in East Macon/Bibb. We need multiple tools to purchase for the youth ambassadors to all be able to help us build them in the community.

We are requesting Hygiene materials: Toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, soap, floss, menstrual products, lotion, bags and etc. We noticed a lot of the youth we deal with don't have these products at home and it can at time hinder their school attendance. So we would like to provide them with these products to help ensure their well-being.

Macon Black Culture is in need of hoodies, beanies, sweatsuits, fleeces, thermals and gloves for the clothing pantry.

We are looking to stock our clothing closet - Paula's Closet - with items most needed. At this time, we are in need of jeans for men and would like to purchase approximately 65 pairs of jeans/pants. These will be provided at no cost to individuals who come to us for assistance.

Macon Outreach not only feeds those in our community who are experiencing food insecurity but also offers free clothes and shoes to those in need. We are currently in need of men's and women's underwear. We would like to purchase approximately 500 of each totaling around $2,000.

We need to restock our clothing closet - Paula's Closet - with items most needed. These items are provided at no cost to those in need. A gift of $1,000 would allow us to purchase approximately 35 pairs of tennis shoes for our guests/clients.

At our Magnolia Manor of Macon assisted living campus, we are looking to update our resident lobby and common sitting areas. The residents utilize these areas to attend activities like movie night, crafts, and games.

At our Magnolia Manor of Macon assisted living campus, we are looking to update our resident lobby and common sitting areas. The residents utilize these areas to attend activities like movie night, crafts, and games. Our number one priority is always the residents and the quality of care that we can provide them.

Cribs, Strollers, Wipes, High Chair, Bath Tubs, and Bouncers. Mother's Nest's mission is to assist the underserved community that lacks access to clean, safety and environmentally sounds baby essentials that aid young children in their developmental growth.

We want to purchase a heat press, vinyl images, and t-shirts so that residents can learn the art of t-shirt making. These shirts will be for residents and will also be available for purchase at our Thrift stores. We will be able to purchase more t-shirts with the profits from the t-shirt sales so that this enterprise can become self-sufficient and eventually profitable.

Our goal is to continue to serve people in need of nutrition assistance. In our program we adopt multiple member families and provide them nutrition assistance once per month. A commercial size freezer /refrigerator will assist us in expanding the nutrition list with items.

Stepping Stones requests resource for students with disabilities. SEL Tools (social-emotional resources) to build emotional regulation and social skills, flexible seating for sensory-friendly seating, and projectors for visual aids.

We are seeking funding to purchase LifeVac suction devices for our group homes and vehicles, ensuring the safety of people with developmental disabilities during choking emergencies. LifeVac is the #1 choking rescue device, and we aim to have one in every group home (13), our office (1), and each vehicle (21).

We want to open a garden to grow vegetables for adults with developmental disabilities to use during their weekly cooking classes. We have an existing raised garden bed, but it needs revitalization. These resources will enable clients to engage in hands-on learning while promoting healthy eating. We would love for the entire project to be funded, but will gladly accept partial donations! Budget: 4 shovels 4 forks 4 rakes 4 hoes 4 hand trowels 1 garden hose 4 watering cans 1 hose nozzle 10 pairs of gloves 4 Bypass snips 4 Scissors 4 Buckets 1 wheelbarrow 3 landscaper bags 10 knee pads

Project Rest: Providing Comfort with new shelter mattresses to better serve individuals and families seeking refuge at the Salvation Army of Greater Macon, to refresh some of our shelter rooms with 20 new twin-size mattresses. By replacing worn-out mattresses, we ensure our guests experience the comfort, dignity, and safety they deserve during a difficult time. This vital update will also allow us to continue providing a clean and welcoming environment for those seeking a fresh start in their lives.

We are seeking funding to repaint the shutters on the front of our Administration building in Salvation Army Red. This vibrant refresh will not only enhance the buildings appearance but also commemorate our 125 years of service. By highlighting our iconic color, we reinforce our identity as a beacon of hope in the community, reminding our neighbors of the steadfast support we provide. This project will create a visible, lasting impact, celebrating our legacy and strengthening our presence as a trusted resource for those in need.

This custom canopy tent would assist United in Pink with outreach and program opportunities such as health fairs and monthly events. It will also provide a comfortable space for our breast cancer survivors and their families.

United in Pink provides Pink Packs to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients, their caregiver, and children. The majority of these packs are mailed due to the distress level at time of diagnosis. We mail out over 600 packs each year. Having this upgraded scale and printer (Pitney Bowes Networked SendKit Scale and Printer) would truly help our program team be more efficient and reduce costs associated with this outreach. This item is an all-in-one solution that provides a simpler, more streamlined way to send anything through USPS, FedEx and UPS.

Holiday Projects

Pace is Christmas gifts for all girls enrolled in its individual therapy program. Teens, especially those in underserved communities, are often overlooked during the holidays, missing out on the joy and wonder that this season can bring. A gift for each girl would help to restore a sense of Christmas spirit and joy.