Community Resources

Community Resource Directories:

GSCS Community Resources: https://5il.co/3s22s

Spalding County Collaborative Resource Directory: https://spalding.gafcp.org/resources/

Spalding County Collaborative Resource Quick Guide:

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Other Community Resources:

Griffin-Spalding County United Way: Funds local nonprofits and provides a central hub for information through its resource center and the 2-1-1 service.

2-1-1: Dial 211 for information on a wide range of services, including food, housing, mental health, and employment.

Spalding County Library: Part of the Flint River Regional Library system, offering free library cards and online resources to all Georgia residents. 

Griffin Health: A patient-centered health care system that partners with the community on wellness programs and support.

District 4 Public Health: Works to protect and improve the health of the community.

McIntosh Trail Community Service Board: Provides mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disease services to residents of several counties, including Spalding. 

Five Loaves Two Fish Food Pantry: A local food pantry.

Collier's Community Services: A nonprofit helping people live healthier lifestyles.

Five Loaves & Two Fish: This food pantry distributes turkeys or turkey vouchers during Thanksgiving. Check their website for current information.

St. John's Lutheran Church: This church has provided meal delivery in the past and you can call them to see about current options.

Dickerson Seventh Day Church: This church has also cooked and delivered food for Thanksgiving in the past.

Abundant Life Soup Kitchen: This organization serves daily hot lunches and may also have holiday resources, so it is worth contacting them.

Salvation Army: Provides assistance with family needs in hard times, including food and potential shelter assistance. They are located at 725 Meriwether St, Griffin, GA 30224.

Rushton's Hope Ministries: A ministry dedicated to meeting physical and spiritual needs within the community, located at 619 W Solomon St, Griffin, GA 30223.

Manna from Above: A non-profit organization located at 114 N Expy, Griffin, GA 30223 that provides food assistance and other support to the community.

Spalding County Health Department: Offers public health services, screenings, immunizations, WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program, and health education.

Spalding County Senior Center ("Fifty Forward"): An active recreation center providing programming, nutrition services, and resources for adults aged 50 and over.

Griffin Area Resource Center (GARC): A non-profit organization that serves adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through supported employment and community integration programs.

A Higher Calling Inc.: A place that offers support and a safe environment, particularly for those experiencing homelessness. 

For students: The Spalding Resource Center offers a variety of resources, training, and digital access for students. 

FindHelp.org: This website provides a searchable database of support groups and programs in the Griffin area covering various needs such as housing assistance, medical care, education, and employment training.