“A fundamental concern for others in our individual and community lives would go a long way in making the world the better place we so passionately dreamt of.” Nelson Mandela.
Today and everyday, DCM cares and expresses deep concern for families struggling with homelessness. In the past year, remarkably DCM has served over 1,060 residents of DeKalb County through our Homelessness Prevention and Re-Housing programs and 426 people have received emergency food supplies. Hagar’s House continues to operate as the only true emergency shelter within the physical boundaries of DeKalb County. Coupled with hotel vouchers, we have provided emergency lodging/shelter to 122 individuals in local households.
Over 50 years ago, Decatur Cooperative Ministry was created out of the community's fundamental concern for children and families in the community. The organization's mission is to help families facing homelessness settle into safe stable homes and build healthy lives filled with peace, hope, and opportunity.Power of You DCM needs our help to continue to support families in crisis, on the road to stability from food and housing insecurity. Help Team DCM to support this pillar of the community through a donation of your financial treasure.
Where does your money go? What does money buy?
• $40 purchases non-perishable food for a family of 4 from the Atlanta Community Food Bank
• $75 purchases one person a twin size bed and mattress
• $100 provides 30 days of unlimited MARTA transportation for a one-person
• $200 purchases the contents of a move-in welcome basket for a family transitioning out of homelessness
• $300 provides one week’s hotel lodging for a family of 4
• $500 supports one week of intense case management and supportive services
• $1,000 provides food for 15 senior citizens in a food cooperative for 6 months
• $2,000 provides 6-months of utilities for a single-family home used as a shelter for a family of 6
• $2,500 provides more than 1 year of weekly enrichment/educational activities for children at Hagar’s House
• $4,500 provides the client assistance telephone line for 12 months
• $5,500 keeps the utilities on at Hagar’s House for 6 months
• $10,000 guarantees a lease for a family of 4 for 12 months