Resolution Solutions

With a little planning and a lot of determination, your commitment to help children and families in your community will make BIG solutions possible. Getting started is sometimes the hardest part. That’s why we’ve put together this page to help you jump-start your resolution. You’ll find helpful tips, ideas and information on donating, volunteering and connecting with the right services and organizations.

There are so many things you can resolve to do to make a difference. Use this page as a tool to get you moving down the right path!

Advocate »

One idea and one voice can make a difference. Collective voices—organized and orchestrated—are at the heart of the political process; they influence decisions. Your voice can help shape change.

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You can make an impact for children and families in Congress today by TAKING ACTION and becoming a Families First Advocate! Register Today »

As an Advocate for Families First you will receive:

The Families First Alert, an electronic action alert which will keep you informed on the latest issues and legislation in Georgia.
E-mail updates on actions you can take to ensure the success of children in jeopardy by empowering families.

Sign up to become a Families First Advocate today! Friends and Families Make Great Advocates – Ask them to join today!

Donate »

Studies show that donating to charity is good for the brain! It’s true -- researchers have found that donating money to charity activates regions of the brain associated with pleasure. But this isn’t all about you! The primary reason you should give is because your tax-deductible donation will assist in providing critical support and services to the families in your communities who really need a helping hand.

Of course, where you choose to make a donation is up to you. However, Families First hopes you will consider making a donation to Georgia’s largest and leading non-profit family service agency. When you invest in Families First, you invest in:

Cost-effective programs that make a positive difference for over 40,000 Georgia families and communities.
A highly trained staff skilled in helping troubled families transform their future.
More than a century of experience creating solutions that improve child well-being, adult self-sufficiency and parenting skills.

Volunteer »

Did you know that those who engage in volunteer activities are less likely to suffer from ill health later in life and may be introduced into a positive reinforcing cycle of good health and future volunteering? Aside from health benefits, there are many reasons why you should volunteer: to help others; to make a difference; to connect with your community; to use your skills in a productive way or to develop new skills; to make new friends; to be challenged; to have fun; or to find purpose in your life.

The volunteer opportunities are endless. If you’re considering becoming a volunteer, the most important thing is to find something that you're absolutely passionate about or something that inspires you, and then find a need in your community that will enable you to harness the passion and inspiration within! And remember – every non-profit organization within your community always has a need for volunteers.

If there is a charity you are passionate about, contact that organization today and find out if it can meet your needs and objectives.

To find more on voluteering and opportunities in your community, visit the following organizations:

The Volunteer Center of United Way

Network For Good

Guidestar

Make In-Kind Donations »

An in-kind contribution is a contribution that is made of non-cash donations, and that has a cash value. Donations of services, time or space for functions are all examples of in-kind contributions.

How do you make an in-kind donation? First, determine what organization you would like to help. Charities, non profit organizations, churches and schools are some examples. Choosing an organization that you enjoy or one that you know needs help is the most beneficial way to go. Find out from the organization what they may need. If you are an attorney, for example, donating your legal services to the organization is a service that a monetary value can be placed on (your hourly charges.). In addition, consider what contributions you may have that can be donated. Loaning funds without interest charges, providing space in your building for group meetings or donating supplies for an organization.

Whatever you decide to donate, be sure the organization provides you with a receipt for the services or items you are donating. This should include the date of the donation, a description of the item or service donated, the organization's name and the estimated value of donated services. Document all in-kind contributions as expenditures. They should be recorded as both a revenue and an expense on your general ledger and on your financial reports.

Connect People With Services »

Do you know someone who needs support in some way, or who is grappling with an issue that they’re just not able to get their arms around? In many cases, people who struggle with problems involving mental and physical health, finances, housing, abuse, etc. just don’t know where to turn for help. By connecting someone to the right service at the right time, your resolution can make a world of difference to not only that person, but to his/her family, friends and community.

Connecting those who are in need of support with the appropriate services is a compassionate resolution that takes courage, but it may help to forever change the life of a child or family.

Acknowledge A Personal Need For Service/Support »

The past year has been difficult for many – the economy, job layoffs, personal finances, increased stress over what tomorrow will bring, just to name a few. These conditions can be detrimental to a person’s health and overall well-being. Knowing when a problem exists for an individual is important, but doing something about that problem is just as crucial.

If you need help, you can resolve to seek out and get the support you need. It takes strength and courage to admit you need help. It may not be easy, but if you have a problem that’s affecting your personal health, safety, or those around you, admit it as soon as possible. If you act promptly, there is usually time to correct the situation, and get your life back on track so that you can move forward and succeed – for your sake, for your family’s sake and for your community’s sake.