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ATL 2026 Cohort: Celebrating our 2026 Agape Teen Leaders Cohort! This year’s cohort kicked off in September and includes 104 members; all engaged in learning how to lead and serve the Agape community! #agapeatlantayouth #agapeteenleaders #agapelove #youthvolunteers

We are proud to announce that @morgansparker, President and COO of the @atlantadream @wnba, will receive Agape’s 2026 Woman of Distinction Award at the Flourish: Agape Empowerment Luncheon for Women! From breaking barriers in the NFL and WNBA to creating opportunities for women and girls, Morgan leads with strength, purpose and a commitment to service. Her work reflects the heart of Flourish and Agape’s year-round mission to help women and girls thrive. “Morgan Shaw Parker brings a level of poise, strength and resilience, along with a go-getter spirit that women and girls can look to for inspiration,” said Agape CEO Nell Benn. Join us Wednesday, September 16, at Flourish Atlanta as we celebrate Morgan and the powerful impact women make when they are encouraged, equipped and given opportunities to lead. To attend, purchase raffle tickets, or become a sponsor at www.agapeflourish.org #AgapeFlourish #WomanOfDistinction #MorganShawParker #AtlantaDream #WomenWhoLead #EmpoweringWomen #EmpoweringGirls #AgapeAtlanta

Congratulations to our CEO, Nell Benn on this tremendous honor. Thank you @atlbizchronicle for recognizing Nell as a 2026 Woman of Influence!

💙👗💙 What an incredible day we had at our2026 Flourish: Agape Empowerment Luncheon for Women! Together, 385 women dressed in beautiful shades of blue, we celebrated the resilience, leadership and collective strength of women throughout our community. We were honored to recognize Atlanta Dream President and COO Morgan Shaw Parker as our 2026 Woman of Distinction and sisters Rocio Medina Toribio and Azalia Lucas Toribio as recipients of the Susan Cimbalo Monarch Award. Their inspiring stories reminded us of what is possible when women and girls are supported, encouraged and given opportunities to flourish. �Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors and guests, we raised over $320,000 to support Agape’s mission and the children and families we serve. We are so grateful for all of the support in making this event a true success! �Congratulations to all of our raffle winners, including our Golden Ticket winner! �You can find the Golden Ticket Winner and the list of Raffle Winners at our event website HERE: https://e.givesmart.com/events/NB3/ 💙 Relive the event with our photo album here: photos.app.goo.gl/5vkBiB9XJogdbWcD8 💙 Learn how to get involved with Agape and support our students and families here: https://agapeatlanta.org/welcome-volunteers-2/ #agapeflourish2026 #agapeatlanta #agapeyouthatl @havenfloors @atlantadream @morgansparker

Some people leave a legacy. Others leave a vision that continues to grow, inspire and change lives long after they are gone. For Agape Youth & Family Center, that person is Rev. Dr. Joanna M. Adams. While serving as senior pastor of Trinity Presbyterian Church, Joanna had a simple but powerful idea: if the church wanted to make a difference in the community, its members needed to do more than write checks. They needed to show up, build relationships and serve. Joanna looked beyond the walls of Trinity and toward the nearby Bolton Road community, where she saw an opportunity to connect members of the congregation directly with children, families and senior citizens. Her vision brought together members of Trinity and other faith and community organizations, and Agape was born In 1997, we began as a one-day-a-week after-school program serving 25 children, along with a program for senior citizens. During Agape's Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in 2018, CEO Nell Benn reflected on those humble beginnings: “When Trinity set down their roots in 1997 in the Bolton Road Community, they had one goal in mind: to end the cycle of generational poverty.” That purpose has guided Agape for nearly three decades. Joanna understood something that remains at the heart of our work today: investing in one child can change the trajectory of generations. Joanna didn’t simply envision Agape and walk away. She remained deeply connected to the organization, serving on Agape's Advisory Council and continuing to champion the work as the small outreach ministry she imagined grew into a community center serving hundreds of children, families and senior citizens. Each time we enter Agape's building, the Joanna M. Adams Building, a 35,000 square foot facility, we are reminded of where it all began—with a woman who believed faith should be put into action and that lives could change when a community was willing to show up for one another. Agape would not be here today without Joanna and we will be eternally grateful for Joanna's life. We will continue to carry that vision forward—one child, one family, and one community at a time.

Our Agape Young Professionals Board hosted 40 philanthropic community members and leaders at our August social event. The evening was curated with impact, networking and meaningful conversation mixed with fun and laughter! We love sharing about the meaningful ways they can serve and support our students and families. You can view the photo album here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/m4i8v9YX731MgQ9q9 #philanthropy#agapelove #agapeyouth #agapeleadership We look forward to seeing even more of the community come out for the at our next upcoming event Yoga & Mimosas coming later this month on September 26th. Register here: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=d8fe0b44-7be5-470a-a19e-21546e32bbed&envId=p-BdLWArxtC06ChcqODeQbow&zone=usa

Scoops for Agape! We're excited to announce @jenisicecreams (Westside Provision) is hosting an ice cream social benefiting Agape on August 17th! 🍦🍦🍦 Including our very own flavoring for the day: The Agape Adventurous World ice cream! It includes mint chocolate chip with white and blue birthday cake flavors! In addition, the first 25 to arrive will receive Agape merch! 🔥 #scoopsforagape #supportagapeyouth

Special thanks to our Summer 2026 Interns who are bringing special attention and dedication to keeping our staff, programs and fundraising efforts going strong this summer! Here is what a few of them had to say: Ryan Liu: "I have always had a strong connection to Agape and its community. I have loved being part of the Agape Teen Leader cohort for the past 3 years. However, during the school year, I feel like my commitment to Agape has been limited due to schoolwork, extracurriculars, and especially my athletic commitments. However, since none of those are really present during summer, I thought it would be a great opportunity to further connect myself with the Agape community while I had the chance." Hope Freeman: "I have been volunteering at Agape for 5 years, 3 of which I participated in Agape Teen Leads. Throughout my life Agape has alway been where I have devoted most of my service and volunteer work. Whether it was raising money, tutoring, or serving meals, I have always enjoyed the work I do for Agape and wanted to continue the work over the summer in a new way." Elizabeth Harman: "I chose to intern with Agape because I believe in its mission to provide the crucial support underserved families need to thrive, and I want to learn more about how curriculums for the Agape students are developed and implemented so that I may be able to apply the skills and knowledge to the creation of my own learning opportunities for these students." #agapeatlanta #agapesummer2026interns

We are proud to highlight Rohan Anand, co-founder of @rise_n_reach , which provides weekly sports programming for Agape youth. A longtime Agape volunteer and former Teen Volunteer of the Year, Rohan continues to use sports as a way to mentor, encourage and create opportunities for young people. His commitment to service was recently recognized nationally with the Billie Jean King Youth Leadership Award at the @ESPN regional ESPYs, honoring young leaders who are using sports to make a positive impact in their communities. #agapeteenleaders #agapelove #agapeyouthempowerment

Back by popular demand! The Agape Run 4 Love 5K Neighborhood Challenge returns November 14! Rally your neighbors, build your team and run or walk to end generational poverty in support of Agape’s students and families. Let’s see which neighborhood brings the most love! Register your team at agaperun4love.org. #AgapeAtlantaYouth #Run4Love #NeighborhoodChallenge #atlanta5k @underwoodhills@whittiermillvillage @bryksupperwestside@lunaupperwestside @theworksatl @friendsofchattahoocheepark

Meet us at the center and learn how you can play an important role in supporting Agape’s students and families this year! Meet the Junior Board leaders, connect with fellow Agape supporters, and enter a raffle for special prizes. 💚 August 27 | 6:30–8:30 PM Purchase your ticket for $35, with proceeds benefiting Agape. https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=8a8fa77c-a189-4521-acc9-90f7e8bd8e64&envId=p-BdLWArxtC06ChcqODeQbow&zone=usa&fbclid=IwY2xjawTnAgxwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMUZDbGpCOVhQcE5KTVJ2VVJzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeDmzqdbiPPWMf11ibjtJXQt0doJU01zeWWOCgEsy2z0M96aanukG9MgLHrLk_aem_VoijT7Us2LrnkYnThgmkcQ

Book your reservation for lunch or dinner at @localthree on Sunday, October 18 and 10% of all sales will be donated to Agape Youth & Family Center for the day! 🍽 Brunch: 10a - 2p Dinner: 5p - 9p Can't wait to see you there! Reserve your time at: https://www.opentable.com/r/local-three-atlanta

CALLING ALL ATLANTA RUNNING CLUBS! 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️Agape students need you now more than ever! Gather your team to run, walk or sponsor the 2026 Agape Run 4 Love 5K on November 14. Register yourself or your team today at agaperun4love.org! #AgapeAtlantaYouth #Run4Love #AtlantaRunClubs #Atlanta5K agaperun4love.org @atlantatrackclubelite @atlantatrackclub @mindfulmilesclub @smyrnarunclub @runningpartners @built2lastrunclub @atltrailrunners @atltrailrunners @d1_atlantaupperwest @f45_training_upperwestsideatl @atlantatrackclubelite @stellarbodiesatl @yonderyoga @havenyogaatl @hidden_gym @officialblackgirlsrun @nahs_track_and_field @riverwalkatl

We’re excited to share that Agape Youth & Family Center has received a grant from @NorfolkSouthern through its Thriving Communities Grant Program! This support helps us offer in-school and out-of-school time programming as we aim for college readiness and workforce success . Thank you, @NorfolkSouthern, for helping us create a stronger, safer, and more resilient community.#ThrivingCommunities #GrantAnnouncement #NorfolkSouthern #CommunityImpact

Stretch. Sip. Support. Join Agape's Yoga & Mimosas with Agape Young Professionals on Saturday, September 26 at 10:00 AM for a morning of movement, connection, and community in support of Agape Youth and Family Center. Enjoy energizing yoga and sound healing sessions, refreshing mimosas, and meaningful fellowship while helping create opportunities for youth and families throughout our local community. Proceeds from this event will also support Agape's health and wellness initiatives, helping youth and families build healthier, more active lifestyles. Every registration helps support programs that empower young people, strengthen families, and promote health and wellness initiatives in our community. With: @yonderyoga @havenyogaATL @corepoweryoga @bodynbrain @mysore_yoga_atlanta https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=d8fe0b44-7be5-470a-a19e-21546e32bbed&envId=p-BdLWArxtC06ChcqODeQbow&zone=usa

Through the generosity of Dr. Ortiz and Westside Eye Center, students continue to receive free eye exams and prescription glasses—removing barriers to learning and helping children see both the classroom and their future more clearly. Thank you, @westsideeyecenter!!! #communityeyecare #communityhealth #visionhealth💚🍦🤓🤓

Summer Camp and Learning continues at Agape for our K-12 students! 💚☀️☀️💚 #summeratagape #agapesummerlearning #agapesummercamp #agapeatlanta

💙 A DAY OF LEARNING, CONNECTION & GIVING BACK! Thank you, Bert Brock Law, for introducing our students to the world of law through your service. Your investment in our students inspired so many. #BertBrockLaw #GivingBack #VolunteerDay #AtlantaCommunity #AgapeAtlantaYouth

@localthree – Join ATL members, families, volunteers, and supporters from across the Agape community for our final Give Back Night of the season. Donation Impact: 10% of all sales throughout the day will be donated directly to Agape Youth & Family Center to support our students and families. 📆 Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026 🥞 Brunch: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM 🥄 Dinner: 5:00 PM–9:00 PM 📍Location: Local Three, 3290 Northside Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30327 Be sure to mention Agape at checkout so your purchase counts toward the Give Back Night. Reserve Your Table Today! https://www.opentable.com/r/local-three-atlanta We’d love to see you there for one more fun night of community, great food, and support for Agape! #agapeyouthatlanta

Agape was honored to be a part of the The Atlanta Women's Foundation's Community Investment Celebration at Atlanta City Hall. Through the All Girls Forward initiative, Agape delivers critical programming to our girls and young women. We are sincerely thankful for AWFs continued leadership and support of our girls! https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-atlanta-women-s-foundation

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Agape was honored to be a part of the The Atlanta Women's Foundation's Community Investment Celebration at Atlanta City Hall.