Events
Annual Packing Event
Each January on MLK Day, we host our Annual Packing Event, bringing together hundreds of volunteers to assemble Valentine’s bags filled with essentials and handwritten cards. This event unites students, families, and community members around service, compassion, and the belief that small acts of kindness can create big change. See below to learn more about our inaugural event.
MLK Community Service Day (2017)
On January 16, 2017, we partnered with The Packaged Good to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day through hands-on community service. Volunteers of all ages came together to assemble more than 2,000 Valentine’s bags filled with toiletries and essentials for the Community Assistance Center in Sandy Springs, Georgia, and the broader North Fulton County area. In just two hours, thousands of items and handwritten Valentine’s cards were prepared to spread love and dignity to those in need.
Shelter Dinners
Throughout the year, Homeless at Heart partners with shelters across Atlanta to host volunteer dinners. These events bring warmth, fellowship, and a sense of celebration to women, children, men, and families experiencing homelessness. Together, we share meals, stories, and community.
Box City at City of Refuge (2017)
On August 4, 2017, we hosted our first Box City Event in collaboration with Restoration Atlanta (RATL) at the City of Refuge Shelter. Volunteers decorated large cardboard boxes and spent the night in them, experiencing a glimpse of what many homeless individuals face each day. Beyond the overnight simulation, the event was filled with connection, personal stories of resilience, and Bible study. These moments reinforced the importance of community, compassion, and being present with those in need.