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November is National Adoption Month, and for our Executive Director and Co-Founder, Christie, this month is deeply personal. After navigating a two-and-a-half-year adoption journey with her daughter, Rylee, Christie was inspired to help other children and families experiencing foster care feel supported, connected, and loved. That personal experience helped shape the heart behind Atlanta Angels and the work we do today. Tomorrow morning (11/6), tune in to Good Day Atlanta at 9:00AM to hear more about Christie’s adoption story and how you can get involved in making a meaningful difference for children and families experiencing foster care this holiday season!

⚽Are you looking for more reasons to kick a soccer ball around? 🤝Wishing you had more opportunities to connect with others in your community? 🧑‍🧑‍🧒Is there a special place in your heart for children and families experiencing foster care? With three kids in the home, this family loves spending time together and they’re looking for someone who will show up like a neighbor in a 90’s after school special and make time for meaningful connection, whether that’s sharing a meal or kicking a soccer ball around. Could you, your friends, or your own family commit to showing up once a month? Share a meal, play outside, and build a meaningful relationship this family can count on. Comment “Love Box” to learn more about this and other families on our waitlist who are waiting to meet you!

IT’S TIMEEEEEE!! ❤️✨ We’re officially getting ready for our Holiday Extravaganza, and we’re on a mission to make this year the best one yet while making the holiday season extra special for our youth and families experiencing foster! There are so many ways to get involved: 🛒Shopping a wishlist 💼volunteering in our office 🧑‍🎄 back-to-back holiday events in Marietta and Brookhaven There is something for everyone and we can’t wait to bring it all to life together! Comment “HOLIDAY” to learn how YOU can get involved!

Looking for fun things to do with the family around Atlanta this November? 💛We rounded up some great local events that make it easy to have fun while giving back to causes that matter! From local events to community gatherings, there are plenty of ways to get out, have some fun, and support organizations doing good around Metro Atlanta this month. Save this post for your November plans and tag someone you want to go with! @cabbagetownusa @covenant_house @akf_usa @georgiafestivaloftrees

🖤 Wednesday’s Waitlist 🖤 Somewhere in Cherokee County, a 12-year-old is waiting for their next great adventure. 🕷️ She’s active, creative, and interested in absolutely everything! She is looking for a mentor who can match their curiosity and bring a laid-back, adventurous spirit to the friendship. Sound like you? 👀 Learn more about becoming a volunteer through the link in our bio.

Minions: World domination? This Halloween let’s start with showing up for every child experiencing foster care in Metro Atlanta. We’re going to need a bigger crew. Find your role at the link in our bio! (overalls not included) And from all of us at Atlanta Angels we hope you have a happy and safe Halloween 🎃

Don’t Miss Out! 🏓 Join us THIS SATURDAY at Pickleball Kingdom South Cobb for a fun afternoon of pickleball, community, friendly competition, and making a difference! Whether you’re new to pickleball or love a little friendly competition, there’s a spot for you on the courts. Come out to play, meet new people, enjoy the afternoon, and make an impact for children, youth, and families experiencing foster care. Grab your friends and let’s make it a day to remember! See you Saturday!

This 15-year-old in Cherokee County is looking for her person! She loves music, theater, thrifting, and trying new things. She’s hoping to find an energetic, adventurous mentor who can share new experiences with her, encourage her interests, and helping her build the confidence and skills to become more independent Do you love a little adventure? You might be just the person she’s waiting for! Learn more about becoming a volunteer through the link in our bio.

Everyone else is prepping for Halloween, but we’re already planning how to make this holiday season special for our community!

Whether you’re a pickleball pro or still figuring out which way to hold the paddle, there’s a spot for you at our Pickle-Boo Tournament! 👻🏓 Join us October 24 at Pickleball Kingdom South Cobb for a fun day of pickleball, friendly competition, and making an impact for Atlanta Angels. All skill levels welcome! Learn more from the link in our bio, we hope to see you on the courts.

🖤 Wednesday Addams has a question for you… Could you be the person who makes a difference in someone’s life? This Waitlist Wednesday, we’re highlighting a 12-year-old who is waiting for a mentor to share new experiences, explore her interests, and be a consistent person in her life. Sometimes, the most meaningful thing you can do is simply show up. Could you be that person? Learn more through the link in our bio. 🕷️ Think you’re up for it? Link in bio to learn more!

🎃 Trick or truth? 👀 There’s a lot about foster care that might surprise you! This October, we’re separating fact from fiction and sharing some truths about foster care.

There are some pretty scary stats in foster care But we’re changing them and you can too! Comment “how” to learn how you can help make the world a less scary place for children and families experiencing foster care today!

Even Wednesday has her people. This Gwinnett family is still waiting to find theirs. These three girls love exploring, gymnastics, ballet, and being on the go! They’re looking for a volunteer to share fun experiences with them, enjoy a day at the park, or simply show up with a warm meal and some time together. Does this sound like you? Learn more about becoming a volunteer through the link in our bio.

Welcome to the Program Coordinator Haunted House. 👻🎃 Behind every “scare” is something our Program Coordinators face in their everyday work, from youth waiting for a mentor to caregivers needing more support. But here’s the not-so-scary part: we’re working every day to change the stats.

Allow us to reintroduce ourselves 👋 Meet Christie, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Atlanta Angels. Whether you're new here or have been following along for years, get to know a little more about one of the people behind Atlanta Angels! When she isn't leading Atlanta Angels, she loves to travel with her family (especially to Europe!), exercise, and bake! If you come to the office, you may get to try one of her cookies or treats 😉 Say hi and share something about yourself below!

Gentlemen, take notes! And head to the link in our bio to learn how you can get involved in changing the stats and supporting our local foster care community!

Today we are celebrating THREE YEARS with our amazing Program Manager, Allie! If you've worked with Allie, you know she is truly a light to those around her and she serves our families and youths with immense care and respect. We can't thank her enough for everything she does!

💛WAITLIST WEDNESDAY💛 This week, we’re highlighting a family in Dacula who is waiting for their village. This family loves spending time outdoors, trying new activities, having fun experiences, and enjoying family movie nights. They’re looking for a group of volunteers who can walk alongside them, build connection, and be part of their support system. Could you be part of this family’s village? Learn more about becoming a volunteer through the link in our bio.

A huge THANK YOU to every runner, volunteer, supporter, and member of Alpha Xi Delta who showed up for the Alpha Xi Delta Step It Up 5K! Because of you, $25,930 was raised for Atlanta Angels and the foster care community we serve. We’re so grateful for the miles, the energy, and most of all, the community behind them. 💛

🪧 Is this your sign? Behind the funny Reel is something we really mean: relationships matter. 💛 The time you spend with a young person. The coffee you grab with a caregiver. The text that says, “Thinking of you.” The moments that remind someone they don’t have to do this alone. You don’t have to change the world to make an impact. Sometimes, you just have to show up consistently. If you’ve been thinking about volunteering, take the first step and schedule a discovery session through the link in our bio today 🙌

🤍WAITLIST WEDNESDAY🤍 This 16 year old girl is looking for a mentor! She’s fun, girly, outdoorsy, and looking to pursue zoology as a career. She’d love someone consistent who can provide support in reaching her goals and preparing for independent living. Does this sound like you? Comment “MENTOR” to learn more

🚨 YOUR FRIDAY JUST GOT A WHOLE LOT CLEANER. 🚨 Your car needs a wash. 🧼🚗 We need a village. 💛 Sounds like a Friday plan to us. Join Atlanta Angels + @tidalwaveautospa Tidal Wave Auto Spa in Alpharetta this Friday for a Charity Car Wash! 🫧 50% of ALL car wash sales that day will be donated to Atlanta Angels 🫧 We’ll be there throughout the day connecting with our community, sharing what we do, and raising awareness for the children, youth, and families experiencing foster care across Metro Atlanta. So grab your coffee, bring your dirty car, and come say hey. 👋 Wash your car. Support foster care. Show up for your community. 📍: Tidal Wave Auto Spa | Alpharetta 📆 THIS FRIDAY 🫧 50% of sales → Atlanta Angels Tag someone who needs to wash their car anyway. 😂👇

Looking for something fun to do with the family this weekend? :yellow_heart: We rounded up a few great options for September 18–20, including a few easy ways to give back to your favorite foster care nonprofit, Atlanta Angels. :angel::sparkles: Make a day of it, bring the kids, and show a little love to your community along the way! @tidalwaveautospa @lakeclairecommunitylandtrust @gtalphaxidelta @localthree

🤍WAITLIST WEDNESDAY🤍 This sweet girl has been waiting 6+ months for a mentor! She’s social, creative, and dreams of becoming a lawyer. She’d love someone consistent who can be there, have fun, and build a real connection. Does this sound like you? Comment “MENTOR” to learn more!

There you are! Learn more about how you can show up for families and youths experiencing foster care near you by checking out the link in our bio or commenting “more” and we’ll DM you the details.

Gala recap! We had an incredible evening of impact, raising $253,000 to support children, youth, and families affected by foster care in our community! Big thank you to our sponsors @locumtenens_com @arco_db @homedepot Amerigroup, Rountree Leitman Klein & Geer, @bloomsanddecor @ladyjanecakeco

💙 WAITLIST WEDNESDAY 💙 An 11-year-old boy in Canton is waiting for a mentor through Dare to Dream®. He loves fishing, being outdoors, and baseball, and he’s looking for someone who shares his Christian values and can be a steady, encouraging presence as he navigates life in foster care. Sometimes, making a difference starts with simply showing up. Could you be his mentor? 👇 Comment “MENTOR” to learn more.

Does this sound like you? This young man has been waiting ALL YEAR for someone to say “yes” and show up for him twice a month and cheer him on as he pursues his dreams. Comment “mentor” below to learn more about how you can walk alongside a youth experiencing foster care today!

When it comes to showing up for families and children experiencing foster care “above and beyond” is just the starting line 💙 Learn more about how you can change the stats for Atlanta’s foster care community by visiting the link in our bio and get connected today!

The stats around foster care don’t have to be the ending. At Atlanta Angels, we’re changing what’s possible through consistent relationships, meaningful support, and a community that shows up. Because when children and families have the support they need, the numbers can change. ❤️ #AtlantaAngels #FosterCare #ChangingTheStats #ItTakesAVillage

Don’t just go to another movie or stuffy dinner date 😒 We’re only two weeks away from the biggest night in foster care fundraising! Mix up date night with dinner, magic, community, and maybe even win a dream vacation 🤩 Not a night with the kids but a night for the kids 💙

Did you know that 2 hours a month could mean the difference between a foster home staying open or closing within the first year?! Now you do 😉

👀 Does this sound like you? Sign up for a discovery session today and start your walk alongside a family experiencing foster care today!

Come for the magic. Stay for the mission. ✨🪽 Join us August 29 for the Raise Your Wings Gala: The Magic of Belonging, an unforgettable night celebrating community, connection, and the power of showing up for children in foster care. 🎟️ Tickets in bio!

The road to becoming a mentor or supporting a foster family isn’t always a straight line… sometimes it starts with a missed Zoom call. 😂 If you’ve been thinking about volunteering with Atlanta Angels, this is your reminder that it’s never too late to reconnect. We’re here when you’re ready.

Does this sound like you? Comment “mentor” if it does! Mentorship is an empowering way to give back and support a youth experiencing foster care. “My mentor was the first person who taught me that not everyone is out to get me.” - a current mentee in the Dare to Dream program. Check out the link in our bio or comment “mentor” below and we will send you more info!

Sometimes the biggest myth is believing there’s nothing you can do. The truth? You don’t have to change the entire foster care system to change one child’s experience. Whether you become a mentor, support a foster family through Love Box®, volunteer, or give, there’s a place for you to make a difference. Because every child deserves a community that shows up. 💙

What about you? What was/is your favorite school supply to shop for??? We believe every child deserves the opportunity to choose. That’s why we host a shopping experience instead of handing out pre-packed backpacks. It gives children the chance to pick the backpack and school supplies that reflect who they are, just like any other student preparing for a new school year. It’s a simple way to honor dignity, encourage autonomy, and celebrate each child’s individuality. 💙

📚✨ Because of this community, more than 1,300 children and caregivers experiencing foster care across Metro Atlanta are heading into the school year feeling seen, supported, and prepared. This year’s Atlanta Angels Back to School Bash was our biggest yet. Together, we welcomed over 300 people to a day filled with backpacks, school supplies, encouragement, and connection. Through our incredible partnerships with local child welfare agencies and Passion City Church, we were also able to extend that impact to families throughout the metro area. Every backpack packed, every volunteer who showed up, every donor who gave, and every partner who said “yes” helped remind children and families that they don’t have to walk this journey alone. To every volunteer, sponsor, partner, and supporter: thank you for making this possible. You are helping create a community where children and families experiencing foster care know they belong. 💙 #AtlantaAngels #FosterCare #BackToSchool #CommunityImpact #ItTakesAVillage MetroAtlanta Belonging Volunteer SupportFosterCare

Gala season is upon us and our team can’t wait to celebrate with you! ✨ Comment “Gala” below and we’ll share how to save your seat and be part of the magic 🪄

We are overwhelmed with the support @passioncity has shown our Back to School Bash! Together they donated 1378 backpacks, along with supplies, to support our kiddos as they get ready to head back to school - so many that we could barely fit them in the truck!! We can't thank them enough for their generosity and support! Want to support our Back to School Bash this weekend? We have a few volunteer spots left - visit the link in our bio or below! atlantaangels.app.neoncrm.com/forms/2026-back-to-school-bash?opportunityld=18

This week for Waitlist Wednesday, we are featuring family #130 in Fulton County! They are on the waitlist for our Love Box program and are looking to make a new friend to help with two kiddos! Think you might be a good match? Take the first step to learn more at www.atlantaangels.org/volunteer

Our annual Back to School Bash is this Saturday, July 25, and we're in need of some volunteers to help make it a success! Interested? Comment "Back to School" for more info!

It takes a village to prepare our kiddos for back to school, and you can help us! Join us on July 25th at @chattahoocheenaturecenter and donate your time, sponsorhip, or school supplies! Link in bio to learn more and sign up!

It takes a village to make a founding father. 🇺🇸 With America turning 250, we are inspired by one Founding Father at Atlanta Angels: the upbringing of Alexander Hamilton. By 1768, Alexander was completely orphaned and bouncing between relatives. But his community refused to let him fall through the cracks. In 1772, local neighbors pooled their money to buy him a ticket on a ship to America for an education. They became his village, handing a grieving teenager a future he could never have reached alone. Later, George Washington stepped in as a mentor and father figure to help him thrive. Hamilton’s past did not decide his future because a community chose to show up. At Atlanta Angels, we see kids just like Alexander every single day. They are navigating foster care and waiting for their own village to arrive. You don't have to change the entire world to change the world for one child. 👉 Want to be a youth in foster care's Washington or part of a families village? Sign up for a discovery session and learn how. #AtlantaAngels #ItTakesAVillage #FosterCare #MentorshipMatters #America250 #AlexanderHamilton

Check out these summer Sunshine Boxes! Special thank you to our friends at @arco_db and @passioncity for helping decorate and keep the boxes! And stay tuned for more info about our Back to School Bash (link in bio)!

🥳 Today is our fearless leader, Christie's, birthday! Show her some birthday love in the comments!

A big congratulations and THANK YOU to three of our amazing team members celebrating work anniversaries this month! Dacey, our Admin Assitant, celebrated two years of keeping us organized; Stephen, our Director of Finance, hit three years of helping us stay on track financially; and Ashley, our Director of People Operationsm, has been making our organization and programs better for four years!! We are so appreciative of their incredible contributions!!

Today is #TogetherTuesday, a celebration of what happens when people come together to make a difference in their communities. As we reflected on that idea, we couldn't stop thinking about a text message from a caregiver: "We all got him there." Three simple words that perfectly capture the heart of our mission. A mentor showed up consistently. A caregiver never stopped believing in her son. A community rallied around them. And a young man supported through our Dare to Dream® program worked hard, persevered, and began to believe in what was possible for his future. He got there because he put in the work. But he never had to do it alone. That's the power of community. That's the power of relationship. And that's what TogetherTuesday is all about. Not everyone is called to foster or adopt, but everyone can play a role in helping children, youth, and families experiencing foster care thrive. Become part of the community behind foster care. 💙 Mentor 💙 Support a Family 💙 Give 💙 Partner Join us in making generosity visible and helping create more stories like this. Link in bio.

Big thank you to our friends at @arco_db for having our team over for a lunch and learn, as well as a Sunshine Box building session! We are so appreciative of their continued partnership!

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Mark your calendars! We will be back at @truckandtapalph for music bingo with proceeds benefitting our programs on July 14th at 7:30! Each $20 donation is good for one bingo card!

📣 WE'RE HIRING! 📣 We are looking for a Marketing Intern to support the Marketing and Communications team in creating engaging, mission-driven content that shares the stories of children, youth, and families experiencing foster care. This role is ideal for a creative student or emerging professional with a passion for visual storytelling and a desire to make a meaningful community impact. Learn more at the link in our bio or below: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JbrWpged_38GJTAIPR7UFEt6VhWP7h0m/edit

Did we miss your favorite Pixar mentor? Tell us who it is in the comments!

Are you ready to make an impact in your community? Our High School Jr. Angel Ambassador Program gives students the chance to support children, youth, and families experiencing foster care while gaining valuable leadership experience. By raising awareness and sharing hope, you’ll help shape the future of foster care—and be part of something bigger than yourself! This year long program is designed to give junior and senior high school students a hands-on look at the work we do at Atlanta Angels, all while helping you grow personally, academically, and professionally. Applications close August 31, 2026. Visit the link in our bio to learn more and apply!

Foster Care Month is coming to an end. The mission is not. This isn’t one-sided. Showing up changes lives and it changes you too. It builds purpose, perspective, and connection in ways you do not expect. 82% of youth, families, and volunteers stay connected even after the program ends. Your yes creates lasting relationships that change lives, and you in the process. Every yes — mentoring, volunteering, giving, or partnering, leaves a mark that lasts far beyond the program. How will you give your yes? Link in bio.

Meet Atlanta Angels ✨ Because every child deserves consistency, community, and someone in their corner. Learn more about how you can be part of our statistics-changing programs at atlantaangels.org (also linked in bio)!

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