Family Resources in Georgia

Dial 2-1-1 to be connected to your nearest food pantry, emergency food distribution, or family assistance program anywhere in Georgia. Available 24/7 in multiple languages.

Serves families in 29 metro Atlanta counties with emergency food pantries, mobile markets, and partner churches. SNAP application help is also available on-site. Use their locator to find your nearest food distribution.

Apply for monthly SNAP food benefits through the Georgia Gateway portal. SNAP injects over $3 billion per year into Georgia's economy. Apply online or visit your local DFCS office.

Free healthy food, nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding support for GA pregnant women and families with children under 5. If you receive SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF you automatically meet income requirements. Apply at your local health department.

Provides emergency food boxes, hot meals, and crisis support for Atlanta and Southside families including single parents and seniors. No income verification required for emergency food.

Official state resource for Georgia homeschool Declaration of Intent forms, legal requirements, and standardized testing guidance. File your annual declaration here.

Statewide advocacy organization for Georgia homeschool families. Offers legal guidance, co-op directories, curriculum resources, and community events across Georgia.

Georgia requires an annual Declaration of Intent filed with the local school superintendent by September 1st or within 30 days of starting. Must teach 180 days at 4.5 hours/day. Standardized testing required every 3 years starting in grade 3 (grades 3, 6, 9, 12). Progress reports must be kept for 3 years.

The Georgia Lottery funds after school and summer programs across the state. Contact your local school district or visit the GA DOE site to find ASAP-funded programs near you.

22 miles of multi-use trails connecting Atlanta neighborhoods with free access year-round. Regular free family events, festivals, and outdoor activities throughout the year.

Georgia State Parks offer free parking and admission on select days throughout the year across 60+ parks. From Stone Mountain to Tallulah Gorge, great free outdoor adventures for Atlanta-area families.

Georgia TANF program provides temporary cash assistance to low-income families with children. Apply through the Georgia Gateway portal or your local DFCS office.