Elle Smith

As freezing temperatures and icy conditions impact Georgia, warming shelters across Metro Atlanta are opening to provide safe, heated spaces for individuals and families in need. During severe weather, information can be the difference between safety and danger. Many people who need shelter do not have reliable internet access, transportation, or real-time updates. Seniors, unhoused individuals, families in crisis, and people with disabilities often rely on others to help connect them to...

This past weekend, The Bridge United was honored to join an incredible community-powered event to help families in need over the Thanksgiving holiday. With Linked UP Church, Reflections of Trinity, and so many amazing community partners — including local corporations, sororities, fraternities, and our dedicated TBU volunteers — we came together with one shared mission: to serve. 1,500+ families received more than 180,000 pounds of food, including a box filled with holiday essentials and a...

Community Spotlight: Free Thanksgiving Food Distributions Across Metro Atlanta This week and weekend, several organizations across metro Atlanta are stepping up to make sure families have what they need for Thanksgiving. From full meal boxes to grab-and-go groceries, these events are providing essential support to seniors, families, and anyone facing food insecurity. Below is a roundup of key Thanksgiving distributions happening now through the weekend — including where The Bridge United will...