Hello January! See What’s Happening at The Place
In 2025, The Place met people in moments of crisis and walked alongside them toward stability.
Because of our community, families had food, seniors weren’t forgotten, young women had a safe place to grow, and students were given tools to build a future beyond poverty.
Thank you for being a part of our Impact!
Welcome Our New Board Members!
We are thrilled to welcome Jeff Allen, Anna Lyle, and Alex Warner to The Place Board of Directors! Each brings valuable experience, strong leadership, and a heart for serving our community.
Jeff Allen is the Vice President of Marketing at a leading financial institution with over 20 years of experience in digital marketing and data analytics. He is passionate about using data to create growth and helping people succeed. We are excited to have his insight and leadership on our board.
Anna Lyle served Forsyth County for 25 years through the Forsyth County Public Library and was Library Director for nine years. She brings deep knowledge of local nonprofits and community resources, along with a strong passion for literacy, mentoring, and food access. Her experience will be a wonderful gift to The Place.
Alex Warner is the President and CEO of the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce. He has helped bring over $1.4 billion in investment and thousands of jobs to Forsyth County. Alex’s commitment to economic growth, education, and community impact makes him a great addition to our board.
Watch Episode 4: Client Assistance
In Episode 4 of The Place Podcast, host Nicole Morgan, Director of Development, sits down with Paige Whalen, Director of Client Services, to talk about one of the ways we serve our neighbors: Client Assistance.
This episode focuses on financial assistance, how people can get help, what types of support are available, and what the process and timeline look like. Paige shares that The Place receives 100–150 requests for help each month and explains how we care for both our clients and our staff as they do this meaningful work.
You’ll also hear about the real impact of this program, the partners and donors who make it possible, and how the community can get involved.
We close by sharing details about our upcoming matching campaign, Have a Heart for Our Community, in partnership with the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia, an opportunity to make every gift go even further for families in need.Have a Heart for Our Community
Did you miss a previous episode? You can find them linked below!
Welcome to Our New ODBI Class!
On Tuesday, January 21, we kicked off our newest Orange Duffel Bag Initiative (ODBI) class with orientation and welcomed 23 new students into the program. These students are beginning a journey focused on building confidence, setting goals, and planning for their future.
We’re excited to walk alongside them as they work toward graduation, career goals, and a brighter path ahead.
Email Amber Pham for more information!
Amber@theplacega.org
Upcoming Classes
Financial Literacy
Parenting Class
For more information, reach out to Paige Ashkeboussi at pashkeboussi@theplacega.org today!
Needs and More
Gift of Prom
Our Gift of Prom program helps students who may not otherwise attend experience this special night. We provide everything they need, from outfits to tickets, transportation, and a meal.
Prom is more than a dance, it’s a chance to feel confident and included.
Because of this support, students can focus on having fun, making memories, and feeling like they belong.
You are invited to be a part of this event! Thank you to our community to making this possible!
Join Hearts of Impact, Give Hope Every Month!
Hearts of Impact is our monthly giving community. When you join, you help The Place be there for families in Forsyth and Dawson counties—not just once, but all year long.
Monthly gifts help provide food, housing support, and hope when neighbors need it most. Because these gifts are steady and reliable, we can plan ahead, respond faster, and serve more people when needs rise.
Your monthly support means families don’t have to wait for help.
Join Hearts of Impact today and make a difference every single month.
