Resource directory
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65 vetted Georgia resources for food, housing, health, learning, and work. Browse the directory below — create a free account to open the links and save your place.
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Food & basic needs
Groceries, meals, and nutrition support across Georgia.
- Georgia Food Stamps (SNAP) — Gateway
Apply for or renew SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid in one state portal.
- Atlanta Community Food Bank — Find Food
Search partner pantries and meal sites by ZIP code across metro Atlanta.
- WIC (Women, Infants & Children)
Nutrition support for pregnant parents and children under five.
- Feeding America — Food Bank Locator
Nationwide lookup if you live outside the metro Atlanta service area.
- USDA Summer & After-School Meals
Free meals for kids and teens when school is out. Text FOOD to 304-304.
- Georgia Senior Nutrition Programs
Home-delivered and congregate meals for adults 60+ through Area Agencies on Aging.
- Clayton County Cooperative Extension
Free nutrition, budgeting, and family classes from UGA Extension.
Housing & utilities
Rent, utility, and crisis assistance close to home.
- Georgia 2-1-1 (United Way)
Free 24/7 referral line for rent, utility, and crisis assistance. Dial 211.
- Clayton County Community Services
County programs for housing, seniors, and family services near our office.
- Georgia Legal Aid
Plain-language legal help on eviction, benefits, and family law.
- LIHEAP — Georgia Energy Assistance
Seasonal help paying heating and cooling bills. Apply through your local CAA.
- Housing Authority of Clayton County
Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and public housing applications.
- HUD Approved Housing Counseling
Free counselors for renting, buying, foreclosure, and homelessness.
- Partners for HOME (Atlanta Continuum of Care)
Shelter and rapid re-housing coordination for people experiencing homelessness.
- Georgia Department of Community Affairs
Statewide rental, homeownership, and community development programs.
Learning & school
Free tools for digital skills, homework, and test prep.
- DigitalLearn.org
Free self-paced computer and internet basics — used in Digital Foundations.
- Georgia Public Library — GALILEO
Free research databases, homework help, and test prep with a library card.
- Georgia Department of Education — Family Resources
State standards, report cards, and parent guidance by grade level.
- Khan Academy
Free K-12 math, reading, and SAT practice that pairs well with tutoring.
- Clayton County Library System
Library cards, computer labs, printing, and free youth programming.
- Georgia GED / HiSET Testing
Free adult education and high school equivalency classes statewide.
- GAfutures — College & HOPE
Georgia college applications, HOPE scholarship, and financial aid planning.
- Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Apply for grants, loans, and work-study for college or trade school.
Health & family
Coverage, crisis lines, and family support networks.
- Georgia Crisis & Access Line
24/7 mental health and substance use support: 1-800-715-4225.
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 any time for free, confidential crisis support.
- PeachCare for Kids
Low-cost health coverage for children in working families.
- Georgia Family Connection Partnership
County-by-county directory of family support collaboratives.
- Find a Community Health Center
Sliding-scale medical, dental, and behavioral care near your ZIP code.
- Clayton County Board of Health
Immunizations, WIC clinics, screenings, and public health services.
- Georgia Domestic Violence Hotline
Confidential 24-hour help: 1-800-33-HAVEN (1-800-334-2836).
- NAMI Georgia
Peer support groups and education for families navigating mental illness.
Work & money
Jobs, training, and free tax help.
- Georgia Department of Labor — Career Services
Job listings, career centers, and unemployment assistance.
- WorkSource Georgia
Free training and workforce programs, including résumé support.
- IRS Free Tax Prep (VITA)
Find free tax filing help near you if you earn under the income limit.
- Technical College System of Georgia
Short-term certificates and HOPE Career Grant programs in high-demand fields.
- CareerOneStop Skills Profiler
Match your experience to job titles, wages, and local openings.
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — Your Money
Plain-language guides on budgeting, debt, credit reports, and banking.
- AnnualCreditReport.com
The only federally authorized site for free weekly credit reports.
- Georgia Secretary of State — Start a Business
Register an LLC or sole proprietorship if you're self-employed.
Internet, phones & devices
Getting and staying connected — the backbone of Connect Mobile.
- Lifeline Program (Universal Service)
Federal discount on phone or internet service for qualifying households.
- Assurance Wireless
Lifeline provider we help members enroll with through Connect Mobile.
- EveryoneOn — Low-Cost Internet Finder
Compare discounted home internet offers by ZIP code.
- PCs for People
Low-cost refurbished computers and hotspots for income-qualified households.
- GCF Global Free Tutorials
Free lessons on email, Microsoft Office, Google tools, and online safety.
- Google Digital Garage
Free career certificates in IT support, data, and digital marketing.
Transportation & ID
Getting to appointments and getting your paperwork in order.
- MARTA
Metro Atlanta rail and bus routes, fares, and reduced-fare programs.
- Connect Clayton Transit
Bus service throughout Clayton County, including routes near our office.
- Georgia DDS — Licenses & IDs
Renew a license, get a state ID, or check reinstatement requirements.
- Georgia Vital Records
Order birth certificates and other documents needed for benefits.
- Social Security Card Replacement
Request a replacement Social Security card online or by mail.
Legal, reentry & rights
Records, court navigation, and second-chance support.
- Georgia Justice Project
Record restriction, expungement guidance, and reentry legal help.
- Atlanta Legal Aid Society
Free civil legal services for low-income metro Atlanta residents.
- Clayton County Courts
Court calendars, filings, and community service documentation.
- Georgia Department of Community Supervision
Probation and parole reporting, officers, and reentry services.
- Georgia Voter Registration
Check your registration, polling place, and absentee ballot status.
Youth, childcare & seniors
Care and enrichment across every age in the household.
- Georgia CAPS Childcare Subsidy
Help paying for childcare while you work, train, or attend school.
- Georgia's Pre-K Program
Free lottery-funded pre-kindergarten for four-year-olds statewide.
- Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta
After-school and summer programs for youth ages 6-18.
- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta
One-to-one youth mentoring matches for families in our service area.
- Atlanta Regional Commission — Aging & Independence
Senior services, caregiver support, and disability resources: 404-463-3333.
Veterans & immigrant families
Specialized navigation for households with unique needs.
- Georgia Department of Veterans Service
Claims assistance, benefits counseling, and field offices statewide.
- VA Benefits & Health Care
Enroll in VA health care, education benefits, and disability compensation.
- Latin American Association
Bilingual education, workforce, immigration, and family services in Atlanta.
- New American Pathways
Refugee resettlement, ESL, and citizenship support in metro Atlanta.
- USCIS Citizenship Resource Center
Official study materials and forms for naturalization.
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