Gateway Center

Gateway Center

Non-profit Organizations

Atlanta, GA 1,144 followers

To live in a community where homelessness is rare, brief, and non-recurring

About us

Mission: To connect people experiencing homelessness with the support necessary to become self-sufficient and find a permanent home. General Information: Since 2005, Gateway Center (GWC) has been committed to delivering effective, reliable and relevant solutions for disadvantaged individuals and families experiencing homelessness in metro Atlanta. GWC has been a proven leader in the provision homeless services: acting as an advocate for local policy changes and equality and a central point of access for those experiencing homelessness in the city of Atlanta. GWC is adaptable to respond to the needs of the homeless community and has consistently demonstrated that ability through our successful program outcomes. To ensure the alignment of services, GWC has focused our efforts into our Five Keys to Success (1) Housing Placement and Stability, (2) Health and Wellness, (3) Family and Community Engagement, (4) Job Skills Training and Placement, and (5) Literacy. Volunteer Information & In-kind Donations: rcranford@gatewayctr.org To donate: http://www.gatewayctr.org/donate/

Website
http://www.gatewayctr.org
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
2005
Specialties
Homeless Services, Job Training, Case Management, Mental Health, Substance Abuse & Addiction Recovery, Recuperative Care, Veterans'​ Services, Social Services, Medical Care, Short Term Housing (Shelter), and Low Barrier Shelter (Evolution Program)

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Employees at Gateway Center

Updates

  • As we gather for the holiday season, a time for reflection, gratitude, and hope, we want to take a moment to express our deepest thanks for your unwavering support of Gateway Center. Your generosity has been instrumental in driving our mission forward by ending homelessness through #housing, #health, and #healing. Thank you for being the light for so many in our community.

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  • One Man's Journey to Stability 💙 For years, Mr. Boyd lived in the shadows of the city, fighting for survival on the streets. The Dungeon Encampment, where he found shelter, was a bleak and desperate place, known for its dangerous environment. Yet, despite these seemingly insurmountable challenges, he did not lose hope. Things began to change for Mr. Boyd when he enrolled at The Bridge Response Shelter, a facility dedicated to providing temporary housing and support to individuals experiencing homelessness. With the support of Gateway Center’s Outreach Team and his own perseverance, he was able to move into a place he could call his own. For the first time in years, Mr. Boyd has a stable home, a roof over his head, and a foundation from which he plans to rebuild his life.

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  • Gateway Center’s Outreach Team attended the Mercy Care Fall Festival, which brings together staff, patients, partners, and community. This event provided fun activities, health screenings, and resources to assist our community in thriving! Thanks for having us at such an awesome event!

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  • The holiday season reminds each of us of the importance of home, community, and connection. Yet, for so many of our neighbors, these necessities often remain out of reach. At Gateway Center we diverted 1,079 individuals from entering the shelter system by helping identify alternative housing solutions and providing financial assistance. These outcomes include: 💰51% Gained #Cash Income 💾45% Had #Savings 🏡58% Discharged to #Housing You can help us make a bigger impact by partnering with us. Get connected today at www.gatewayctr.org

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  • Before we meet some of the people experiencing homelessness themselves, we wanted to introduce you to two individuals who have dedicated their lives to helping people in need. Meet Drew Benton, the Director of Community Engagement at Gateway Center and Cathryn Vassell, the CEO of another Atlanta -based organization, Partners for HOME. . Our second #podcast episode is out! TAKE A LISTEN 🎙️ https://loom.ly/RDTk0Hk

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  • Your donations totaled $10,000 and will make a profound impact on our mission to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring in Atlanta as we provide hope to those most in need. With your support, we’re not just offering assistance – we’re offering a renewed sense of hope to those who need it most! Thank you for giving this past GivingTuesday!

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  • Did you know Gateway Center has a podcast? Finding Home: Conversations on Homelessness is Gateway Center's powerful new podcast that delves into the complex realities of homelessness. Through insightful interviews, expert perspectives, and personal stories, the series explores the challenges and triumphs of those experiencing homelessness while highlighting innovative solutions and ways the community can help. Join us in reshaping the narrative and finding paths to home together. Listen to our first episode on Spotify 🎙️https://loom.ly/PMEvkxA

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Funding

Gateway Center 1 total round

Last Round

Grant

US$ 2.5K

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