Success Stories
Read and celebrate the success stories of HomeAid Georgia’s program.
What’s Your Why? Kyle Upper
“The real estate and home building industry has been great for me and my family. Giving back through those same industries just feels right. And good.”
Volunteers Give Back with HomeAid
Volunteer-led HomeAid Care Days provide facility upgrades and repairs free-of-charge at metro Atlanta service providers helping people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Gigi’s House
Gigi’s House founder and CEO Sabrina Crawford remarked, “Since we opened our doors in May 2018, 120 girls’ lives have changed because of you, and now we will be able to serve so many more because of all of you!”
Volunteer Vince Longo, Vincent Longo Custom Builders
Over the years, Vince has generously helped HomeAid Atlanta make improvements at several metro Atlanta facilities serving people experiencing homelessness.
Rachel Dowdell, Gilgal, Inc.
In the spring of 2017, a shelter worker handed Rachel Dowdell, 51, a list of recovery programs near Atlanta.
Graylin Covington, Clifton Sanctuary Ministries
A veteran, Graylin was in his 50s when he had heart surgery and came to Clifton Sanctuary Ministries to recover.
Larry, Jerusalem House
Jerusalem House is the oldest and largest provider of housing for low-income or homeless individuals and families affected by HIV/AIDS.
John Smith, The Drake House
“The mission of The Drake House is to provide emergency residential housing for homeless mothers with minor children combined with services designed to stabilize the family and assist them on their path to recovery…”
Beth Vann, Former Program Director at Decatur Cooperative Ministry
“Decatur Cooperative Ministry has a transitional housing program that houses families in eight homes throughout DeKalb County…”