12Stone Church - Buford

Grandma and grandpa are taking care of their grandson (13) while the department works with the mother to improve her current state. Grandpa has been blind for 10 years and cannot collect disability, nor can he work. Grandma collects disability and the family lives off of this income. The grandparents need some assistance with funding for food while they are caring for their growing (and very hungry) 13 year old grandchild.

The family consists of a single mother and her two sons, aged 10 and 13. The mother currently does not have health insurance and needs help completing an assessment that will support her mental health and aid in successfully fulfilling her reunification case plan with the Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS). On behalf of the family, I am requesting assistance from the community. This support will greatly benefit both the mother and her sons.

DFCS has an open case for a family in need of a twin size mattress for a child's bed. The family is working to ensure safety and that all needs are met. BMo is currently unemployed as she is caring for an 11 month old, 1 year old, and 4 year old.

A foster parent is in need of money for an expedited passport so they can take one of their foster children on a vacation in July. This will help the child to have some normalcy in their life.

We are requesting support in the form of $50 gift cards for six new youth entering our emergency shelter to help them purchase underwear, basic clothing, and shoes. Many of the youth who arrive at Positive Impact International come with only the clothes on their backs and no access to essential items. Providing a gift card allows them the dignity of choosing items that fit their size, style, and comfort needs—something most of them have not had the opportunity to do. This small but meaningful gesture helps restore a sense of normalcy, boosts self-esteem, and reinforces our commitment to treating every youth with compassion and respect as they begin their journey to stability and healing.

At Positive Impact International, we provide 24/7 care to homeless and at-risk youth, parenting youth and your with special needs aged 12-21 in our six emergency shelter homes. With 26 beds and full-time house parents, our homes are always active—serving meals, supporting youth routines, and maintaining clean, safe spaces. Basic essentials like toilet paper and paper towels are in constant use and high demand. These items are often overlooked but are absolutely critical to maintaining hygiene, comfort, and dignity for the youth in our care. Ongoing access to these supplies ensures our shelters can continue operating smoothly and that our young residents feel cared for in a clean, home-like environment. We are extremely grateful for anyone who can help us fill this request and can provide and address for it to be shipped to. Thank you in advance!

I am assisting a grandmother who is financially overwhelmed and has her grandson placed with her. She needs assistance with a gas bill that is $102. She would love to continue providing a stable home and any assistance towards the bill would be appreciated.

We have a single, employed, hardworking father who is very close to reunifying with his 6 year old son. He has just secured new housing in Gainesville, but is missing a permanent bed for his son for overnight visits and beyond. He would very much appreciate some help getting a twin-sized bed and bedding.

In the meantime, this child is sleeping on the couch.

As always, we are so grateful for your prayers and meeting the needs of vulnerable families. We're very excited for this father-son-duo to be back together again, and would love to support them in the details while they do the heavy lifting of parenting, case plan, court, employment, housing, etc.

Thank you!

I am reaching out to request financial support on behalf of my client, a dedicated mother of two young children who is currently navigating a difficult financial period due to her daughter’s special needs. She has always placed her children’s well-being above all else, but recent circumstances have created a temporary hardship.

Several months ago, my client made the difficult decision to leave her job in order to care for her autistic daughter, after multiple daycare centers were unable or unwilling to accommodate her needs. Concerned for her daughter’s safety and emotional well-being, she chose to become her full-time caregiver.

Although she has received some assistance through a Navigator for essentials such as food, clothing, and basic necessities, her inability to work full-time has placed a significant strain on her finances. She is currently relying on contract work with Amazon to support her family.

At this time, financial assistance is urgently needed to help her maintain her car, which is vital for continuing her Amazon work. This support would provide her with the stability she needs to care for her children while working toward a more sustainable, long-term solution for her daughter’s care.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

We have a 19yo who signed herself back into foster care. She is currently in the Decatur area and is in need of help purchasing a 30 day bus ticket so she can start getting to her new job.

I am writing on behalf of a remarkable client, a single mother who has recently endured one of life’s most difficult battles. After being diagnosed with cancer, she underwent a bone marrow transplant and is now in the delicate stage of recovery. Her journey has been one of immense courage, unwavering faith in God, and resourcefulness in the face of adversity.

Throughout this challenging time, she has remained strong for her child and leaned on her faith and community to carry her through. However, the financial toll of her illness has been significant. She is currently unable to work and is awaiting the approval of disability benefits. In the meantime, she is facing urgent financial hardship.

Right now, she is humbly seeking support to cover a past-due electric bill of $315. This assistance would provide immediate relief and help ensure that her home remains a safe and stable environment as she continues to heal. By contributing, you are not only helping to keep the lights on, but also showing this mother that she is not alone in her fight. You are becoming part of a community that uplifts and supports her in time of need. Thank you in advance.

The child needs driving lessons in order to get her license. She took lessons 4 years ago and the court is ordering that she take them again. This will help her to get her license. She recently had to quit her job because Ubering back and forth to work became too expensive.