News/Events
The End of Year Client Awards – Celebrating Success
Recently, we recognized our Housing Services clients who are improving their own stability by participating in several opportunities during our End of Year Client Awards event. The Housing Services program provides…
Join Us in the Fight Against Childhood Homelessness
The CFR believes that everyone should have access to housing, especially children. The reality is that far too many children and families in our community face homelessness. On any given…
The Family Cupboard: A New Era in Choice Pantries
The official unveiling of The Family Cupboard, our new Choice Pantry, happened earlier this month! Attendees of the official ribbon cutting enjoyed a tour and learned more about The Family…
New Housing Stability Court to Create Positive Impact for Cobb County Families
Read the recent AJC article about how the Cobb County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an agreement between the Magistrate Court and the Center for Family Resources to create a…
CEO Melanie Kagan Takes Part in RLI with Atlanta Regional Commission, Fostering Regional Progress and Equity
This year, our CEO Melanie Kagan, was selected as a participant of The Regional Leadership Institute (RLI) with the Atlanta Regional Commission. RLI engages participants in key issues facing the…
2024 Gala Announced – “A Tour of Italy”
We are thrilled to announce our annual fundraising gala, set to take attendees on “A Tour of Italy.” This illustrious event will be held on April 20, 2024, at the…
Andretti Food Drive – Join the Thanksgiving Fun!
Exciting news! Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Marietta is hosting a special food drive from October 1st until October 31st to support the CFR’s mission to reduce childhood homelessness by serving…
You Are Invited To Our Upcoming Volunteer Orientation Session
Dear Current & Future Volunteers, We are excited to invite you to one of our upcoming volunteer orientation sessions at The Center for Family Resources! As a nonprofit organization dedicated…
Thanks For Giving Incentives For Schools and Business
Exciting Thanks for Giving Incentives for Schools and Businesses! As the season of giving approaches, it’s time to come together as a community and make a positive impact. This year,…
Get to Know Our Board Members
We hold an immense appreciation for our remarkable board members! Their consistent support and direction are essential to the success of our community. Get insights from a few board members…
A Message from the 2023 Thanks for Giving Chairs
For over 37 years, the Center for Family Resources, through its Thanks for Giving program, has provided families in Cobb County with food for a Thanksgiving meal, as well as…
New Intern: Chelsea Holness
Employee Name: Chelsea Holness Role at CFR: I am a new intern working for Christal McNair. Q: List three hashtags that would describe your personality. A: #vibrant #adventourous #supportive Q:…