News and Events

We know the immediate stress and impact unstable housing can have on families. But a recent study from the American Academy of Pediatrics found it can… Read more: The Effects of Unstable Housing on Children

November is National Homelessness Awareness Month. Most of us have at least some awareness of homelessness—for many, it’s a thing we encounter daily. But not everyone… Read more: The Journey Home: A Story for Homelessness Awareness Month

According to the winter census, released in June, homelessness in Atlanta is up for the second year in a row. The number of people living in… Read more: Homelessness in Atlanta

In 2022, BCM Georgia was awarded a $12.7 million grant as part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to sustain and expand our three core… Read more: Making Good on Our Promise

BCM was founded in 1987 by six Buckhead churches who helped their vulnerable neighbors access shelter, food, and clothing. BCM Georgia now serves more than 117… Read more: An Integrated Approach to Preventing Homelessness

Georgia House Bill 404 went into effect earlier this month, marking an important milestone for renter protections across the state. The bill, known as the “Safe… Read more: A New Chapter in Renter Protections

Every year in September we host the Tee It Up Golf Tournament to raise money for Georgia individuals and families who are facing hardships. Proceeds from… Read more: Tee It Up Golf Tournament 2024

Dear Friends, It’s a privilege to communicate with you as President and CEO of BCM Georgia. Our mission is critical to me. In my former role… Read more: Letter From BCM CEO Greg Cole

She’s a single mom of two sons – ages 11 and 17 – and her job as a Customer Care Specialist transferred her from New Jersey… Read more: “Heaven-sent” financial education lifts weight off of single mom’s shoulders

“At this point in life I’m not dreaming; I’m making plans and goals.” That’s the confidence of someone who made it through to the other side… Read more: From dreams to plans: Demond’s Foundation 3 story

Leaving behind something bad isn’t always easy. In fact, sometimes it can bring about new struggles. That’s just what happened five years ago when Jakeya left… Read more: Self-discipline + self-worth = financial freedom for single mom

At this year’s Seeds of Change Society Luncheon, we introduced Extra Wish, our brand-new grant program to benefit our Budget for LifeTM participants. Thanks to generous… Read more: Extra Wish stories 2023

You’d never know she nearly ended up on the streets judging from where she is now. Vera Hanna worked as a consultant for numerous corporations throughout… Read more: Single mom goes from eviction to financial coach, thanks to a little help