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A dedicated tutor helps a young boy with his homework on a laptop, fostering learning.

Believing in Himself Changed Everything

After School Program Helps Students Reach Their Potential When Marcus started third grade, everyone around him knew he had the […]

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Opening Doors Through STEM

STEM Programs Give Girls the Chance to Explore For many girls, summer can mean missed opportunities to learn, explore, and […]

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Every Girl Deserves to Belong

Inclusive Youth Programs Create Space for Every Girl to Shine When Avery joined Girls Inc. of Columbus & Phenix-Russell, she […]

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A Setback Became a Step Forward

Transitional Housing in Columbus, GA Builds More Than Stability The transitional housing program at Open Door Community House helps women […]

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Never Giving Up on One Child

A CASA Volunteer Stayed Through Every Chapter A CASA volunteer can become one of the few consistent voices in a […]

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Lena and her children enjoying free books through the Chattahoochee Valley Imagination Library in Columbus GA

Where Every New Book Begins an Adventure

Free Books for Children Open the Door to Learning Before the family had even finished taking a photo, Lena’s youngest […]

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One Diploma, Countless New Opportunities

A GED Program in Columbus, GA Opens New Doors The GED Program offered through Goodwill’s BRIDGE Program gave one determined […]

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A New Beginning After Violence

A Domestic Violence Shelter Provides More Than Safety When Lauren arrived at Grace House, she was escaping domestic violence and […]

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