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Meet Samantha Pryor
Have you met Samantha Pryor? She’s one of the newest faces here at Home of Hope. Our executive assistant and volunteer coordinator, she knows a little something about not having a regular home base. “I grew up moving around a lot since my dad was in the military…
Community volunteers find success in serving others
What’s the secret to success? “We really believe that those who serve succeed,” says Celeste Giordano. Celeste leads the Women of Global Change (WGC) Atlanta Chapter, a group working to make a difference by supporting each other and organizing a variety of service projects — including projects…
Small Business Awards Nominee!
The Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children's Shelter is honored to be a nominee in the Community Contributor category of The Gwinnett Chamber's inaugural Small Business Awards! “At the Gwinnett Chamber, we believe small business is big business,” said Nick Masino, President & CEO, Gwinnett Chamber and Partnership…
Use AmazonSmile to help Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter
Amazon has become part of our lives. It’s easy, fast, and convenient. With Prime, you can have purchases delivered in two days with free shipping. But did you know that Amazon can also help you support the Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter? It’s through a program…
Status report: One month to go until Sip & Swine BBQ Festival 2019
The fourth annual Sip & Swine BBQ Festival will take place from Friday, March 1st to Saturday, March 2nd at Coolray Field. We’re looking forward to Sip & Swine 2019, and we have some exciting news about this year’s BBQ Festival: Rick Hendrick is our Grand Champion Sponsor!…
Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter named finalist in Gwinnett Chamber Moxie Awards
The Gwinnett Chamber inaugural Moxie Awards recognize organizations that are women-led/women-owned and those that support the advancement of women. “In Gwinnett, we are fortunate to have a strong network of women and organizations that support them,” said Alicia Krogh, vice president of programs & events at the Gwinnett…
State Farm Neighborhood Assist awards Home of Hope at GCS a $25,000 grant
We have some very exciting news. Over the summer, Home of Hope at Gwinnett Children’s Shelter was nominated for a $25,000 grant through the State Farm Neighborhood Assist® program. And we just found out that we were awarded the grant! We’re so grateful to State Farm and to…
We’re getting ready for the second annual Diamonds and Dancing event!
Our second annual Diamonds and Dancing event is coming right up. It will be held on October 19th at 6:30 pm at the Chateau Elan. This year’s theme is Havana Nights, so wear white linens or a brightly colored dress and top off the ensemble with a fedora!…
6 Cups of Coffee and a Candle
My trip to the coffee shop became a new low for me when I had to admit to myself that I just paid $5.35 for a cup of coffee. If I admitted that I went 6 times in a month, that’s a whopping $32.10 per month and $385.20…
The third annual Sip & Swine BBQ Festival is on its way!
The third annual Sip & Swine BBQ Festival is rapidly approaching, and here at the Home of Hope @ GCS we're getting very excited. This year's BBQ Festival will take place on Friday, March 2nd to Saturday, March 3rd at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville. (The event will open…