Power Atlanta

In 2024, P.O.W.E.R. Atlanta invested $37,415 into our Protect Our Power initiative, providing over 112 HIV tests and distributing thousands of safe sex kits and educational materials. These efforts addressed critical health disparities among underserved adults in the West End, helping reduce stigma, increase early detection, and empower community members with life-saving prevention tools.

In 2024, P.O.W.E.R. Atlanta dedicated $23,269 to delivering its Power Force financial literacy and job readiness program. Through a series of 6-week workshops and one-on-one coaching, the program reached 83 youth and adult participants, empowering them with tools to manage debt, increase credit scores, budget effectively, and pursue stable employment. As a result, over 50 participants obtained jobs or advanced in their careers, demonstrating the tangible impact of our economic empowerment model.

Through a combined investment of $55,368 in food pantry operations and $9,269 for clothing/essential supplies, P.O.W.E.R. Atlanta distributed over 484,400 pounds of food and hygiene items in 2024. These services directly alleviated material hardship for hundreds of low-income households facing economic insecurity in Southwest Atlanta.

In 2024, P.O.W.E.R. Atlanta invested $70,125 into comprehensive community outreach services that reached 157 underserved residents across the West End. Through mobile distribution events, tabling at neighborhood locations, and street outreach, the organization provided essential connections to health screenings, ID assistance, voter registration, hygiene kits, and referrals for housing, food, and employment. This outreach ensured that 94% of individuals engaged received at least one follow-up service, helping to stabilize lives and connect vulnerable residents with critical resources.