I was looking for a place to donate feminine hygiene products. There didn't seem to be a lot of…read moreplaces available in the area that did that or they were closed on weekends. I happened to find and stop by the Drake house. It was outside of their hours but i was still able to drop off my items in bins that are clearly label 'Donations'. They have a small playground area as well. The set up of the entire place was nice and the cause they stand for is very admirable. Initially I wasn't sure if they were open or closed and I walked into a laundry area and there was a lady doing laundry so certain facilities are still open but the 'office' itself was closed for the day.

Excellent place for temporary housing for single moms…read more Wonderful staff. Decent apartments.

Overall I think the DeKalb Chamber will be a good networking tool, but my first impression isn't…read morethat good. Their website is pretty useful and I was able to find relevant information about the county including large employers and local attractions. I decided to visit their office in person to meet with someone and hopefully get detailed information about how to join. Their office isn't very welcoming and doesn't seem to lend itself to an area that would facilitate marketing opportunities. Their new location is in a high-rise near Northlake Mall and it's down a dead end road by the new public safety complex. Once you figure out how to park, walk to the building, and then make your way up the elevator it turns into a guessing game as to which suite to enter. I found it and walked in to a quiet office without a receptionist. I waited a few minutes and then walked a little further to find someone at desk behind a wall. I'll save the boring details... let's just say that I wasn't impressed. They have several events coming up this month and their directory is pretty helpful. I guess time will tell if this turns into a fruitful relationship. Hopefully the members are more interested in making new connections than the people working in their office.

The DeKalb Chamber is one of the best places to build business connections and find the support for…read moresuccess. They offer ongoing networking and training opportunities. The members are welcoming and will assist with new leads and connections.

'TIS THE SEASON...(VOLUNTEERING)…read more Commonly known as CRN, this non-profit provides services to homeless women and children. Today I had the pleasure of volunteering to sort and package donated food items for Thanksgiving dinners. A great number of people came out and business was handled in a timely and efficient manner. The warehouse was packed with large groups such as boy scouts, sororities, corporate groups and others. I chose to volunteer with my young neighbor so we were a team of two. There was a lot of great energy in the space and people were genuinely kind and helpful. Not only did I have a great time helping others, I just enjoyed being able to spend time with my neighbor and catch up with her busy middle school life. She on the other hand, was able to get some additional community hours for Beta Club so we knocked out several birds with one stone. CRN has a variety of volunteer needs through-out the year and is always looking for additional support and assistance. I know that they will be needing assistance with donating, collecting and delivering toys for Christmas. They will also need volunteers to wrap gifts so if you have a group of friends or willing family members who are looking to "give back" please contact CRN regarding specific opportunities. .

A great organization that helps the homeless single mothers and children for almost 25 years! I…read morehave volunteered with this organization for a few years and I am constantly amazed by the dedication from the CEOs,employees and volunteers who serve the Atlanta and surrounding areas. A great organization to get "plugged" into if just for a couple hours or as an ongoing "mentor" to one of these deserving children.

I just donated shoes and jewelry that I wanted to go to a cause to help women, and this place fit…read moreexactly what I wanted. I love their mission of helping homeless women and children. The boutique was well organized, and I highly recommend to anyone looking for an alternative charity to donate to.

While visiting ATL I found this business on Yelp. Nice decor and items were well organized. I felt…read moreas if I were in a fancy boutique. I purchased a pair of Nine West sandals, Tory Burch ballet flats and a shrug. All three were in great condition and the prices were reasonable. If I had more room I'm my suitcase I would have purchased more!

The Junior League of Atlanta is a philanthropic (ie, nonprofit 503(b) ) organization of women…read morededicated to promoting voluntarism, the education of women and children, and empowering women and children at risk to better their lives. I've been a member since 2004, and worked in a number of different capacities and with various groups or community "placements" with which the League has partnerships. Working over 150,000 volunteer hours each year, JLA members partner with community organizations from Open Hand to the Atlanta Community Food Bank, the Atlanta Speech School to Chastain Riding Park, to make an impact on the lives of people in our city. Through raising funds at the Nearly New Shop and events such as the annual Tour of Kitchens and Sham Rock n Roll race, the JLA supports community organizations that help thousands of Atlantans of all ages. Members contribute 50 hours each, annually, in a community placement or working "internally" to support the continued viability of the League. Social events are part of the deal, too, which adds the *fun* element, and a key focus of the JLA's mission is to train women for all areas and phases of their work and personal lives by giving them opportunities and exposure to different settings and people. You can learn more or check out this organization - which clearly I believe in!! - at http://www.jlatlanta.org. The Atlanta JLA is the third largest in the country and no, you don't have to wear white gloves or belong to a country club to be a member! You just have to care about Atlanta, women and childrens' issues, and have a willing and able set of hands and a giving heart.

The Junior League of Atlanta is a fantastic all-women's non-profit organization with a focus on…read morewomen and children. I've been a member for the past 9 years and have made a lot of friends and done a lot of good for the local community through JLA. They work to educate their members, promote volunteerism, and empower women and children to better their lives. They work with other non profits, offering both volunteers and finding to other organizations in the ATLANTA area that are fighting generational poverty. Go check them out!

Yes, they have been around for years and have served the communities well. They are polite and the…read morestore is clean. My grandparents, my parents and I have given to Salvation Army over many years.

Strong supporter of the Salvation Army!! They help others that don't have the money and take…read moredonations. Glad to see the shop is open.

I have worked at Annandale for almost 3 years and have loved working with the staff, villagers and…read morefamilies. The grounds are beautiful - from the walking trail, to multiple gardens, fountains and landscaping. There are many activities for those living at Annandale. Some include: an indoor pool, fitness center, art classes, music classes, horticulture program, and an arcade filled with games and activities to name only a few. If you've considered contacting Annandale for your loved one, please do! It's an amazing place.

Love this facility. They have some of the best and brightest healthcare professionals in the…read morebusiness.

I visited UMCH as a volunteer for their garage sale. Parking and check in were easy. As you checked…read morein, they assigned you to a specific task, such as parking, loading assistance, email listserv, kitchen, etc. Volunteers are allowed to take breaks when needed and morning shift people can grab lunch in the volunteer cafeteria once done. When your shift is over, take a look around and shop. Pricing of the items is great. I found a pair of shoes, puzzles for my brother, games, and few other small things. I plan to revisit again as both volunteer and shopper.

This is a great place to get great deals. They are open every Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m…read more and the third Saturday of every month except December from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All proceeds go to the United Methodist Children's Home to help foster children.