Our Mission

Atlanta Mission transforms, through Christ, the lives of those facing homelessness.

Atlanta Mission is the city’s largest and longest-running provider of services to homeless men, women and children. Established in 1938, Atlanta Mission provides emergency shelter, temporary shelter, recovery programming, job attainment and transitional housing for more than 950 men, women and children daily.

2,050

Meals Served Daily

905

Individuals Served each Day

330,000

Nights of Shelter Provided to Individuals

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Learn About Children’s Services at Atlanta Mission April 24, 2013 Did you know that today’s homeless are primarily women, children and families? According to The National Center... Did you know that today’s homeless are primarily women, children and families? According to The National Center on Family Homelessness (NCFH), one in every 50 American children is homeless. That equates to over 58,000 homeless children in Georgia (NCFH). In...
Attend Chick-fil-A Leadercast and Help Atlanta Mission April 5, 2013 Do these names sound familiar?… Andy Stanley Condoleeza Rice Jack Welch You might recognize these names as some... Do these names sound familiar?… Andy Stanley Condoleeza Rice Jack Welch You might recognize these names as some of the most respected leaders and influencers in our country. On May 10, 2013 they will join six other influential men and...
Celebrating Easter: A Contemporary Redemption Story March 30, 2013 This Easter, we look back at a powerful story of redemption from a young girl that came to Atlanta Mission a little l... This Easter, we look back at a powerful story of redemption from a young girl that came to Atlanta Mission a little less than 2 years ago… By Janay Boyer “A quick look at Allison Johnson does not reveal the...
Contributor Profile: Jeremy Stephens March 8, 2013 A letter from Atlanta Mission Counselor, Jeremy Stephens… “It is a uniquely powerful experience, being a ... A letter from Atlanta Mission Counselor, Jeremy Stephens… “It is a uniquely powerful experience, being a servant to the men in this community. It is one that is oftentimes electrified by the ever-present reality that our ministry is both a...
Introducing Shop to Give at Atlanta Mission! March 6, 2013   Shop to Give is a new giving opportunity that allows you, the donor, to buy items that Atlanta Mission despera...   Shop to Give is a new giving opportunity that allows you, the donor, to buy items that Atlanta Mission desperately needs and help end homelessness in our city! We believe that people naturally want to be generous, and a...
After the Atlanta Mission 5K… February 7, 2013 By: Jeremy Stephens, Atlanta Mission Counselor There came a point on Saturday, as the frigid air pummeled me with rem... By: Jeremy Stephens, Atlanta Mission Counselor There came a point on Saturday, as the frigid air pummeled me with reminders that I was a bit underdressed for the weather, where I froze. I didn’t freeze literally, though in some moments...
Buckhead Baptisms November 26, 2012 On October 28th, 41 men, women and children from Atlanta Mission went public with their faith and celebrated baptism ... On October 28th, 41 men, women and children from Atlanta Mission went public with their faith and celebrated baptism at Buckhead Church. The special Baptism Service immediately followed the regularly scheduled 6:00PM service at the church and hundreds of supporters...
The Many Faces of Generosity November 26, 2012 In 2nd Corinthians 8:3, Paul shares about the people from the church in Macedonia, “For they gave according to thei... In 2nd Corinthians 8:3, Paul shares about the people from the church in Macedonia, “For they gave according to their means, as I can testify, and beyond their means of their own accord.” Paul’s words paint a beautiful picture of...
Life on Life Transformation November 26, 2012 Jesus spent his life pouring into people. His commitment to get involved in the lives of everyday people resulted in ... Jesus spent his life pouring into people. His commitment to get involved in the lives of everyday people resulted in genuine life change. He shared meals, told stories (parables), challenged how they thought and showed them how much he loved...
Hunger: An Entry Way to Receive Hope November 26, 2012 Have you
 ever been really hungry? I don’t mean missing a meal but, rather, not being sure where your next meal w... Have you
 ever been really hungry? I don’t mean missing a meal but, rather, not being sure where your next meal was coming from. I, personally, have never really experienced genuine physical hunger; however, each day I get the chance...
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