Allies Way

09/22/2026

I'm so excited to share that I've been selected for the 2026 Google Data Center Community AI Fellowship, powered by Watson Institute!
I'm joining a network of leaders scaling local, AI-driven solutions, while learning from exceptional mentors and speakers - including Kevin Koidl, Sarah Windrum, and Rania Hoteit - whose expertise spans impact, technology, and AI.
I'm looking forward to connecting with other local leaders leveraging AI and technology to scale inclusive, local solutions in the Google Data Center Communities we call home across the US, England, the Netherlands, and Finland
Google Data Center Community AI Fellowship Alumni have gone on to create 1,316 paid jobs, raise $41.5M in capital that they've reinvested into their local solutions, and positively impact 13.1M lives. I am thrilled and grateful to be part of this incredible community of impact.
Thank you to Google’s Economic and Community Development Team for championing the impact of leaders like me through the Google Data Center Community AI Fellowship!

09/12/2026

🏈 **VOLUNTEERS WANTED: GAME DAY WITH ALLIES WAY!** 💛

Want to give back, meet new people, and experience the excitement of **Georgia Tech Game Day** at the same time?

**Allies Way is recruiting volunteers to join our Game Day Team!**

Your time helps support our work helping families experiencing housing instability move toward greater stability.

✨ **Why volunteer?**
• Support a meaningful cause
• Earn community service hours
• Meet other community-minded volunteers
• Be part of the Georgia Tech game-day atmosphere
• Help Allies Way increase awareness and resources for families in need

📍 Georgia Tech – Atlanta, GA
🏈 Multiple game-day opportunities available
🙌 Individuals and groups are welcome!

**Bring a friend, your coworkers, organization, student group, or your whole crew and volunteer with us!**

👉 **Sign up to volunteer:**
https://www.alliesconnect.org/volunteer

Know someone who would be perfect for our Game Day Team? **Tag them and share this post!**

08/04/2026

Happy August from Allies Way! 🌱

Our community garden is growing, and we are so excited to share our first harvest!

So far, we have harvested basil, rosemary, tomatoes, bell peppers, green onions, and banana peppers, and now it is time to prepare for our next round of planting: leafy greens.

This garden is more than plants. It is about nourishment, community, learning, and creating another way to support families with fresh, healthy food.

We are still looking for garden volunteers to help us plant, maintain, and grow this work with love.

Volunteer with us here:
https://alliesconnect.org/volunteer

Here’s to a fruitful August and more growth ahead. 🌿

07/26/2026

Even when Allies Way is not leading the giveaway, we are still giving back to the community. ❤️

Today we had the opportunity to support others doing meaningful work for our students.

Great job to Blessings Working Together, Inc and the Douglas County Junior League for hosting a wonderful Back to School Drive for Douglas County students. Events like this remind us what happens when organizations, donors, and community partners come together with one shared goal: helping families and children start the school year prepared and supported.

Allies Way is grateful to be part of community work that makes a real difference.

Together, we do more.



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07/24/2026

Looking for food assistance, housing resources, local events, or trusted community services?

Allies Connect makes it easier to find organizations that can help—all in one place.

✔ Food Assistance
✔ Housing Resources
✔ Community Programs
✔ Local Events
✔ Trusted Nonprofits

Visit AlliesConnect.org and discover resources in your community.

Share this with someone who may need it. 💚

07/16/2026

🌟 **Want to make a difference but not sure where to start?**

Allies Way is building our volunteer pipeline, and we are looking for compassionate, dependable people who want to help families move closer to stability.

Whether you are a student, professional, retiree, community member, church group, corporate team, or someone with a heart to serve — there is a place for you with us.

Our volunteers may support:

💛 Community outreach
🍽️ Meal service opportunities
📦 Donation sorting and supply drives
📞 Resource follow-up and administrative support
🏠 Housing stability programs
🎓 Student and family support efforts
🤝 Special events and community projects

You do not have to have nonprofit experience. You just need a willing heart, consistency, and a desire to help families facing housing instability feel seen, supported, and connected.

If you have been looking for a way to serve, this is your sign.

🔗 Sign up to volunteer with Allies Way:
https://forms.gle/4GxbFKM9iY7GRb9M8

Together, we can turn compassion into action.

07/09/2026

Allies Way is growing in service and advocacy.
Congratulations to our Executive Director, Dr. Nytoyia Laughlin, on completing the Georgia Women’s Policy Institute program.
This work strengthens our commitment to housing stability, policy awareness, and standing in the gap for families facing crisis.
More advocacy. More partnerships. More impact.
What’s next for Allies Way is only getting bigger.

06/29/2026

Yesterday, Allies Way’s June Monthly Meal Mission took us to Clayton County, where we spent time with residents at a local extended-stay motel community.

We shared a BBQ-style meal of beans, hamburgers, hot dogs, corn, and ice cream—but the most meaningful part of the day was the conversation. Listening to residents reminded us that housing instability is rarely just one challenge. Families are often navigating multiple barriers at once, and real support starts with showing up, listening, and responding with compassion.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this outreach possible. Every meal served is a reminder that community care matters. 💚💛

06/25/2026

Allies Way is proud to share that we concluded our 2026 Sunshine Summer Lunch Program, providing approximately 1,000 meals to children in need during summer break.

Thank you to Whole Foods Market for selecting Allies Way to receive a Store Giving Grant. Their generosity helped us continue our work of addressing food insecurity and supporting children and families during the summer months.

We are also grateful to the Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation for supporting Allies Way and helping bring joy and nourishment to kids when they need it most.

A special thank you to Marietta City Schools and the Douglas County School Board for helping us reach children and families this summer.

Together, we are helping ensure children have access to meals, dignity, and care when school is out.

Whole Foods Market
Dunkin' Joy In Childhood Foundation

06/25/2026