Barrow County Family Connection

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Christian Angulo. Mason Schermerhorn. Richard Aspinwall. Cristina Irimie. Forever in our hearts.

In remembrance of those whose lives were tragically taken and in recognition of the strength and resilience of the survivors, families, loved ones, and community whose lives were forever changed on September 4, 2024, Governor Brian Kemp has proclaimed September 4, 2026, as Apalachee Remembrance Day.

09/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for last week’s Barrow County Family Connection Collaborative Meeting!

It was a great way to kick off the new school year and reconnect with so many of the people and organizations working together to support children and families across our community.

We especially appreciated the presentation from Barrow County Education System social workers Stephanie Byrd and Jennifer Benford on the school system’s attendance policy and the important role attendance plays in student success.

Thank you to all of the organizations represented, and a special thank you to Hope Iglehart from Senator Jon Ossoff’s office for joining us and spending time with our collaborative partners.

We’re grateful for everyone who continues to show up, share resources, build relationships, and strengthen the work happening throughout Barrow County.

📅 Join us for our next Collaborative Meeting:
September 30 | 12:00–1:30 PM

We hope to see you there!

08/27/2026

This month, we partnered with UGA Extension Barrow County, Department of Community Supervision, and REFORM to host a Poverty Simulation, followed by a Reentry Simulation at The Wimberly Center for Community Development.

If you’ve never had the opportunity to participate in one of these events, it is truly a unique, immersive, perspective-shifting experience.

Participants stepped into simulated real-life circumstances and were challenged to navigate the kinds of barriers many individuals and families in our community face every day — balancing limited resources, accessing services, meeting basic needs, and making difficult decisions under pressure.

The Reentry Simulation offered another important perspective, walking participants through some of the challenges individuals may encounter as they work to successfully reenter the community after incarceration.

Experiences like these create space for greater understanding, meaningful conversation, and stronger collaboration across the organizations and individuals serving our community.

Thank you to all of our participants, volunteers, and nonprofit partners who made the day so meaningful! A special thank you to Barrow County Commissioner Rolando Alvarez (District 3), Dr. Karan Soni with Northeast Georgia Health System Psychiatry Residency Program, NGHS Barrow, , Bridge Barrow, and the many other organizations represented.

📅 Save the tentative date: March 2027!
We’re already looking ahead to hosting another simulation experience and hope to see even more of our community represented.

08/20/2026

If you are a non-profit looking for grant funds please sign up it will be a great day!

Visit the post for more.

08/17/2026

Check it out and register today!!!

💙Are you a non-profit seeking strengthen your Grant-Writing Skills💙
Join the Barrow Community Foundation for a free Nonprofit Success Workshop. Wednesday, August 26, from 8:30–11:45 a.m. at the Wimberly Center. Register at https://barrowcf.org/workshops💙

08/05/2026

🚨 Last Chance to Register! 🚨

Don't miss your opportunity to participate in the Rethink Poverty: Barrow Community Experience Simulation.

This interactive simulation provides a powerful, eye-opening experience that helps participants better understand the challenges many families in our community face every day. Whether you're an educator, nonprofit partner, business leader, faith community member, elected official, or engaged citizen, this event will deepen your understanding and inspire meaningful action.

💡 Experience. Learn. Collaborate. Create Change.

📅 Registration closes soon! Secure your spot today before it's too late.

Together, we can build a stronger, more compassionate Barrow County.

Use the QR Code or Register here by clicking the link: https://forms.gle/EpGqwdna4sTPM7m88

08/04/2026

Funding opportunity through the Athens Area Community Foundation check it out today!
Trauma can look like many things...
Becoming trauma-aware is the first step toward being trauma-informed. When we recognize the signs, we create space for healing.
The Trauma-Informed Communities Grant exists to support and strengthen that work.

Applications remain open through August 19.
Apply Today!
https://resilientnortheastgeorgia.org/toolkit-trauma-and.../

08/04/2026

🥫 Barrow County Food Pantry Distribution

🥕 Need food this month? We've got you covered!

The Barrow County Food Pantry invites Barrow County residents in need to our monthly Outdoor Food Distribution.

📅 Thursday, August 27, 2026
🕗 Distribution begins at 8:00 a.m. sharp (rain or shine)
⏰ *Please be in line by 7:30 a.m.
📍 Holly Hill Center
189 W. Athens St., Winder

This month's distribution is proudly sponsored by Antioch Outpost.

Food is available on a first-come, first-served basis for Barrow County residents in need.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with friends, neighbors, and anyone who may benefit.

08/03/2026

💙 August Church of the Month is Stoney Creek Worship Center!

interviews for August will be held at:

📍 Stoney Creek Worship Center
385 Pleasant Hill Church Rd.
Winder, GA

📅 Beginning Wednesday, August 5
🗓 Wednesdays & Thursdays
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
⏰ Last interview begins at 11:30 a.m.

📞 770-307-2744
📧 [email protected]

Thank you to Stoney Creek Worship Center for serving our community this month and helping ensure families have access to food resources.