Who We Are
Assistance League of Atlanta is an all volunteer charitable organization that addresses the needs of low-income children lacking proper school clothing; displaced families living in shelters, cars and motels; indigent new mothers; children traumatized by crisis situations; patients recovering from devastating injuries; and promising students who lack the resources to pursue higher education.
In the fiscal year ended May 31, 2021, our programs helped more than 58,000 children and adults rebuild their lives and become more self-sufficient. Since 1982, we have served more than 888,000 children and adults, at a cost of more than $8.9 million. Through philanthropic programs and a network of community partners, we provide new clothing, household goods, hygiene kits, comfort items and educational aid to those affected by poverty, abuse, and homelessness.
Our programs are funded by the sale of donated clothing and household goods in our Attic Treasures Thrift Shop in Chamblee, Georgia, as well as monetary donations and grants. We return more than 75% of our income to the communities we serve, primarily because we have NO PAID STAFF.
Mission
Assistance League of Atlanta is an all volunteer, nonprofit organization committed to serving children and adults in need in our communities through philanthropic programs.
Vision
To be recognized as a leading organization committed to improving the quality of life for people in need.
Core Values
Commitment – Dedicated to a course of action
Leadership – Willingness to lead and develop leaders
Ethics – Doing the right thing in a reliable way
Accountability – Willingness to accept responsibility
Respect – Treating all with courtesy
Chapter Information
Assistance League of Atlanta 2020-2023 Strategic Plan
Financial Statements
Form 990 – Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax
The Audited Financial Statements are available upon request.
Donations Support our Mission
Every time you donate an item for resale in the thrift shop, make a purchase there, or make a monetary donation, you are helping those at risk in our community. We appreciate donations of any size. Please bring your gently used items to the Donation Door at our thrift shop location.
Assistance League of Atlanta is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and donations are tax deductible.
Assistance League of Atlanta 2023-24 Board of Directors
PRESIDENT
Jo-Ellen Stage
PRESIDENT-ELECT
Ellen Frank
RECORDING SECRETARY
Carolyn Bruce
TREASURER
Wayne Landman
VICE PRESIDENT, MEMBERSHIP
Pescha Penso
VICE PRESIDENT, PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAMS
Elaine McClain
VICE PRESIDENT, RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
Shirley McJunkin
VICE PRESIDENT, COMMUNICATIONS
Janice Smith
STRATEGIC PLANNING CHAIRMAN
Susan Nolan
PARLIAMENTARIAN
Peggy Helmnny Keys
Assistance League of Atlanta 2021-22 Advisory Council
Scott Frank
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Richard Michell
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