Organization

Sweetwater Mission, Inc.

Austell, GA
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Mission

Stabilizing Families and Transforming Lives

  • Website: http://www.sweetwatermission.org/
  • Email: info@sweetwatermission.org
  • Phone: 770-819-0662
  • Principal Officer: Pat Soden
  • EIN
    EIN: 581992771
  • Organization Description:

    Sweetwater Mission's mission is Stabilizing families by providing basic needs and transforming lives through education and employment opportunities.

  • Organization's Contact Person:

    Debbie Ginocchio

  • Organization's Contact Email:

    debbie@sweetwatermission.org

Sweetwater Mission, Inc.
6130 Hotel Street
Austell, GA 30106
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Categories Financial Assistance Food Insecurity Prevention & Nutrition Homelessness and Poverty
Populations Homeless Poor/Economically Disadvantaged Hispanics

All Programs

We provide Essentials like clothing, hygiene items, diapers and cleaning supplies.

Program Locations

Sweetwater Mission Inc.
6130 Hotel Street
Austell, GA 30106
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  • Hours of operation: Monday through Saturday, 9:00am -12:30pm

Available for Cobb County residents currently behind on rent payments.• Individuals and Families qualify for up to $4,800 of assistance.• Proof of income required for the past two months• Must have been impacted by COVID (unemployment, reduced hours, illness, etc.)• Must meet income guidelines.• Landlord agreement required.• Cannot be served by multiple agencies.• Additional documentation will be required.• Appointments conducted by phone. You must contact our agency by phone. Sweetwater Mission 770-819-0662 ext 16 or 17.. You may also email us at erainfo@sweetwatermission.org

Food boxes available for anyone in need. Boxes delivered via drive thru. Additional food for children continues through the end of September 2022..

Program Locations

The First Christian Church of Mableton
878 Old Alabama Road
Mableton, GA 30126
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  • Hours of operation: 4:30 - 7:00 pm on Thursdays
  • Outside Eligible: Yes

The Waverly Mobile Home Park
100 Plantation Hill Rd, SE
Mableton, GA 30126
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  • Hours of operation: 9:15 - 11:00 am on Fridays
  • Outside Eligible: Yes

Volunteer

Food Pantry Volunteer

Food Pantry volunteers assist clients with food choices, take groceries to their cars, restock pantry shelves, pick-up and sort donations, and help deliver food to shut-ins. We welcome Court Mandated, Attorney Requested and School Required Community Service Workers. Court Mandated or Attorney Requested workers must bring a Picture ID and copy of all charges. Among the charges we cannot accept are Violent Crimes, Drug Possession with Intent to Sell, Shoplifting, Theft or Identity Theft. School Required workers must bring Picture ID and paperwork if applicable. Sweetwater Mission reserves the right to deny applicants for any reason.

Special Gift & Holiday Program

Special Gift & Holiday Program volunteers are needed to sort and assemble donated items for our School Supplies, Family Easter Baskets, and Warm Coats Warm Hearts programs.

Off-Site Donation Drive

Off-Site Donation Drives help us to supply our clients with basic necessities such as diapers, toiletries, sheets, towels, and winter coats. If you are part of a large group that wants to serve with us, off-site donation drives are a great way to involve everyone. Before and after the drive, bring your group to our facility and take a tour so you can see first-hand how your contribution helps our community.

Special Event Volunteer

Special Event volunteers help us with our fundraising and other events throughout the year. If you have expertise and a desire to serve in this area we will find a project for you.