Addressing Homelessness
Photo courtesy of the Regional Commission on Homelessness (United Way of Greater Atlanta)
We believe that a livable, vibrant, and economically robust Downtown must reflect our shared values, which means we take an active role in social issues and support our Downtown service organizations that serve those in need.
Our priorities include:
Addressing Homelessness: A 2019 Community Guide
In 2019, CAP initiated the first stages of an educational campaign intended to educate the public about the current state of homelessness in the city, the work being done by service providers and stakeholders, and tactics the general public can employ to become part of the solution to making homelessness brief, rare, and nonrecurring. Advance copies of "Addressing Homelessness: A 2019 Community Guide" were made available at CAP's Town Hall meeting on July 24, 2019.
Download the 2019 community guide here:
Social Impact Director Position
In 2015, ADID hired its first Social Impact Director to focus on leading and convening stakeholders to understand and promote efforts that address key quality of life issues. Read more about ADID's involvement and accomplishments to date here.
Woodruff Park
Through a robust partnership with HOPE Atlanta, Woodruff Park now has a dedicated, full-time social worker to help connect the park’s visitors experiencing homelessness and poverty with key resources. If you are interested in consulting with our social worker to learn more about how you can help the park’s underserved populations, please contact Ansley Whipple at awhipple@atlantadowntown.com or 404-274-9370.
Partner for Hope
Partner for Hope is a collaborative initiative started by members of Atlanta's faith-based and non-profit community, along with local government, business, and residential leaders, who are committed to reducing homelessness by guiding those in need toward long-term solutions, in addition to providing for their basic needs like food. Learn more