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Human Services
| | 1955 Cliff Valley Way, Suite 116
Atlanta, GA 30329
(404) 636-9909
Contact: Mary Lyons, Development Director
alsaga-mary@earthlink.net
Tax ID Number: 58-1943490
Mission: Provides and coordinates services to patients and families affected by ALS ("Lou Gehrig's disease") and supports education, advocacy and research. ALSA of GA is the only Georgia organization solely dedicated to the needs of ALS patients and their families. The Association fills the gap between what is commonly provided by insurance and other organizations, and services and equipment that are not available but that are critical to ALS patients.
About Us: County: Atlanta (serves entire state) Year Began Operations in Chattahoochee Valley: 1988 County(ies) served within the Chattahoochee Valley: All counties For more information, visit: www.guidestar.org and search using the organization's Tax ID Number, listed above
| Need 1: Respite Card Program Funding
Monthly reimbursement to allow 6-8 families to hire a qualified caregiver for a period of rest. Respite Program is critical to families caring for ALS patients. The disease restricts muscle movement and often leaves patients paralyzed. 24-hour care is required, usually by family members. Caregivers must be trained in the unique care requirements of ALS patients and understand that, though a patient often cannot move or communicate, their minds remain sharp and alert.
Total Project Cost: $100 per month, up to $1,200 per family a year
Requested: $8,000 to fund 6-8 families; any amount would be appreciated
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Need 2: Augmentative Communication systems for patients with ALS
Laptop computers, switches and software are used to allow patients with ALS to communicate with those around them. The AugCom staffperson travels the state to tailor equipment to each patient. Computers, software and switches allow patients to program messages that "speak for them" through the use of advanced software systems. Patients key daily phrases into computers by utilizing switches that attach to any muscles that have movement on their body (eye, hand, foot) as the disease progresses.
Total Project Cost: $2,000 per system (laptop, software, switches)
Requested: $8,000 to fund 4 systems; any amount would be appreciated |
Need 3: Family and Children's Counseling
Reimburses families for counseling when they have no other method to obtain services. Particularly valuable for children as they struggle to assist with the care of a disabled patient. Also helps family members who are unable to express their feelings as spouses and parents lose their ability to move and speak. Counseling is invaluable to help families grieve after the loss of their loved one (ALS is always fatal, with many patients living less than five years following a confirmed diagnosis of the disease).
Total Project Cost: Up to $200 per session, per family
Requested: $8,000; any amount would be appreciated |
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| | 705 17th Street, Suite 202
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 327-9612
Contact: Paula James, Executive Director
pjames@ctreehouse.org
Tax ID Number: 58-2203708
Mission: Dedicated to providing Advocacy, Protection and Education for children and families through a coordinated team effort with the community.
About Us: County: Muscogee Year Began Operations in Chattahoochee Valley: 1994 County(ies) served within the Chattahoochee Valley: Muscogee, Marion, Talbot, Harris, Chattahoochee, Taylor Website Address: none For more information, visit: www.guidestar.org and search using the organization's Tax ID Number, listed above
| Need 1: Child Advocacy Center
The Child Advocacy Center provides a safe, child-friendly environment where mandated professionals meet with children who have disclosed sexual/physical abuse and/or severe neglect to have their case processed. The child advocate assists the children and non-offending family members through the judicial process and aids parents/guardians with finding resources throughout the community.
Requested: Our programs depend entirely on donations; any amount would be appreciated.
In-Kind Accepted
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Need 2: TRUST (Teaching, Reaching, Understanding, Strengthening, Together)
TRUST offers family support through a voluntary home visitation program for mothers with newborns. Depending on the family's needs assessment, visits are scheduled weekly, bi-weekly or monthly. The High Risk Nursery home visitor is an RN who gets referrals from the nursery at the Medical Center. The program provides for the health and well-being of infants through observation of their development and interactions with other significant caretakers living in the home.
Requested: Our programs depend entirely on donations; any amount would be appreciated.
In-Kind Accepted
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| | 1209 Pou Street
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 653-6003
Contact: Mike Cobb, Executive Director
mike_cobb@bellsouth.net
Tax ID Number: 58-1606182
Mission: To create partnerships to construct and sell housing for those in need, building in communities that will be strengthened by these volunteer efforts. Columbus Area Habitat for Humanity also seeks to raise awareness of critical housing issues, motivated by the belief that everyone should have, at least, a simple decent house in which to live.
About Us: | Need 1: Habitat for Humanity Restore - Pallet Jack
Habitat is following the example of other affiliates and is opening a "building supply" thrift store to generate revenue to build additional houses. The first need is a pallet jack.
Total Project Cost: $400
Requested: Any donation toward the effort will be gratefully accepted
In-Kind Accepted
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Need 2: Habitat for Humanity Restore - Cash Register
A cash register for the Restore described above.
Total Project Cost: $350
Requested: Any donation toward the effort will be gratefully accepted
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Need 3: Habitat for Humanity Restore - 10' Box Truck
A 10' Box Truck for the Restore described above.
Total Project Cost: $8,000
Requested: Any donation toward the effort will be gratefully accepted
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| | P.O. Box 1825
Columbus, GA 31902
(706) 327-3238
Contact: Terry Sybrant, Chief Executive Officer
mfleshman@familycenterofcolumbus.com
Tax ID Number: 58-0828094
Mission: To provide the best personal and family counseling, credit counseling, and mentoring services needed to strengthen individuals and families in the greater Columbus area.
About Us: County: Muscogee Year Began Operations in Chattahoochee Valley: 1909 County(ies) served within the Chattahoochee Valley: Muscogee, Chattahoochee, Harris, Troup, Russell, Lee, Ft. Benning Website Address: none For more information, visit: www.guidestar.org and search using the organization's Tax ID Number, listed above
| Need 1: LCD Projector and Screen
The Family Center provides many educational programs for children and adults in the Chattahoochee Valley. An LCD projector would allow us to augment the programs that we provide in the community. Our programs include, but are not limited to: financial responsibility and economic management, parenting, prevention of family violence, personal and family counseling, and mentoring.
Total Project Cost: $2,550
Requested: $2,550; Any donation toward the effort will be gratefully accepted
In-Kind Accepted
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Need 2: New Roof
Our 35-year-old building needs a new roof. It is a flat roof that requires special materials and installation.
Total Project Cost: $35,000
Requested: $8,000; Any donation toward the effort will be gratefully accepted
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| | 1800 Lincoln Street
Columbus, GA 31904
(706) 569-4339
Contact: Pastor Johnson
Tax ID Number: 03-5003-012
Mission: Through Christian charity outreach, the Fifth House of Jeremiah Church will provide food, clothing, fans, heaters, blankets and services for the elderly of the Beallwood Community.
About Us: | Need 1: Food Services
Food provision for the elderly and home-bound and human services as needed throughout our outreach.
Total Project Cost: $60 per person
Requested: $3,500
In-Kind Accepted
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Need 2: Clothing Bank, Fans and Heaters
Clothing bank items as needed for our elderly.
Total Project Cost: $50 per person
Requested: $2,500
In-Kind Accepted |
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| | P.O. Box 243
Butler, GA 31006
(478) 862-5825
Contact: Norman Carter, President
Tax ID Number: 58-2202180
Mission: To provide food, shelter, and treatment opportunities, as well as educational opportunities and job skills, for destitute women who are victims of substance abuse.
About Us: | Need 1: Fresh Linens
To provide linens (sheets, pillowcases, towels, bedspreads and blankets) for 38 residents. These supplies must be replaced approximately once each year.
Total Project Cost: Approx. $3,500 annually
Requested: Any donation toward the effort will be gratefully accepted
In-Kind Accepted
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Need 2: Commercial Stove and Refrigerator
The purchase and installation of a commercial stove and refrigerator. Currently the 38 residents prepare three meals a day for themselves using two domestic stoves and one domestic refrigerator; it takes four women the better part of a day to accomplish this. Commercial equipment will allow meals to be fixed in less than half the time, giving those involved more time for self-improvement activities. The equipment must be purchased from dealers in Butler so that it can be promptly serviced.
Total Project Cost: $9,000
Requested: Any donation toward the effort will be gratefully accepted
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| | 2201 Buena Vista Road
Columbus, GA 31906
(706) 320-9012
Contact: Dr. Gloria Johnson-Rodgers, Coordinator
P.O. Box 1580
Columbus, GA 31902
gloangel1123@aol.com
Tax ID Number: 58-2133066
Mission: The Rainbow Center is a multifaceted organization that reaches into the community and is inclusive of the whole family unit and all age groups. The free Food and Clothing Banks were able to serve more than 60,000 people last year because of the many donations they received. The Center serves the elderly as an Adult Day Treatment Center, with 100% of the participants from low income families, offering care while their families work or just need a break. The Center also provides transient shelter and assistance for the homeless.
About Us: County: Muscogee Year Began Operations in Chattahoochee Valley: 1994 County(ies) served within the Chattahoochee Valley: Muscogee, Russell, Harris, Chattahoochee & Fort Benning Website Address: none For more information, visit: www.guidestar.org and search using the organization's Tax ID Number, listed above
| Need 1: Remodeling / Repairs / Renovations
To remodel and make repairs including the installation of a new heating and air system; painting (inside and outside); replacement of rotton wood, carpet, wood & tile flooring, wall tiles, bathroom fixtures (includes toilets & sinks) and kitchen fixtures; replacement of windows and window treatments (blinds & curtains); roof repair and/or replacement; electrical rewiring; and foundational cracks. Renovate gymnasium. Replace/upgrade computers, computer equipment and software; office equipment and supplies.
Total Project Cost: Approx. $300,000
Requested: Any donation toward the effort will be gratefully accepted
In-Kind Accepted
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| | 1721 13th Avenue
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 327-6836
Contact: Sandy Watson, Executive Director
swhouseoftime@aol.com
Tax ID Number: 58-1995951
Mission: To provide structured, long-term residential treatment for substance addicted women. Our goal is to empower them to become functioning members of our society, living independently and maintaining sobriety. We are a problem-identifying, solution-oriented program, providing opportunities for learning life skills and addressing social and emotional issues associated with their disease.
About Us: County: Muscogee Year Began Operations in Chattahoochee Valley: 1994 County(ies) served within the Chattahoochee Valley: Muscogee, Chattahoochee For more information, visit: www.guidestar.org and search using the organization's Tax ID Number, listed above
| Need 1: TV/Video/DVD Combo for Group Room
This item will be used during group therapy sessions.
Total Project Cost: $250. Any donation toward the effort will be gratefully accepted
In-Kind accepted |
Need 2: Household Items
Twin sheets, towels, washcloths, pillows, pot holders, dish towels, can opener, pots, pans, inside trash cans, outside trash cans with wheels. Need items for six residences. Total Project Cost: $3,500
Requested: $585 per house per year.
In-Kind accepted
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Need 3: Personal Items for Clients
Blow dryers, curling irons, mirrors, rollers, combs, brushes, alarm clocks, socks, undergarments, tennis shoes, personal hygiene items. Items needed for 30 women. Total Project Cost: $2,500
Requested: $85 per client. |
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| | 2022 Fifteenth Avenue
Columbus, GA 31901
(706) 649-6362
Contact: Pat Killough, Development Director
pkillough@pilink.org
Tax ID Number: 58-0647764
Mission: The Pastoral Institute offers counseling, consulting and educational resources to care for the emotional, relational and spiritual growth of individuals, families and communities.
About Us: | Need 1: Counselor Training Program
The Pastoral Counselor Training Program offers counseling services on a limited basis in the five area homeless shelters in Columbus at no cost. There is a great need to expand these services to include substance abuse, trauma support and children's group therapy in two of the local shelters.
Total Project Cost: $30,000
Requested: This program is dependent upon donations. Any amount is appreciated.
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Need 2: Columbus Cares
Suicide is the third most common cause of death among young people ages 10 to 24 years. Columbus Cares, established in 2004, provides suicide prevention training in the workplace and congregations. This special training will be offered to the staff of the Muscogee County School System and we are in need of a laptop computer, projector and screen. Total Project Cost: $6,500
Requested: $6,500 of any amount would be appreciated.
In-Kind accepted
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| | 8160 Veterans Parkway
Columbus, GA 31909
(706) 507-1010
Contact: Patty Cardin, Development Director
Tax ID Number: 58-0622971
Mission: To be a model agency providing preventive services and quality care to children, youth, and families so as to enable them to grow into the wholeness and freedom of the Kingdom of God.
About Us: County: Muscogee Year Began Operations in Chattahoochee Valley: 2002 County(ies) served within the Chattahoochee Valley: Muscogee, Harris, Chattahoochee, Marion, Meriwether, Stewart, Talbot, Taylor, Troup and Webster For more information, visit: www.guidestar.org and search using the organization's Tax ID Number, listed above
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