Atlanta

Who We Are

Assistance League of Atlanta is an all volunteer charitable organization that addresses the needs of low-income children lacking proper school clothing; displaced families living in shelters, cars and motels; indigent new mothers; children traumatized by crisis situations; patients recovering from devastating injuries; and promising students who lack the resources to pursue higher education.

In the fiscal year ended May 31, 2025, our programs helped 58,000 children and adults rebuild their lives and become more self-sufficient. Since 1982, we have served more than one million children and adults, at a cost of more than $10.6 million.  Through philanthropic programs and a network of community partners, we provide, books, food and new clothing for schoolchildren, household goods, hygiene kits, newborn supplies, comfort items and educational aid to those affected by poverty, abuse, and homelessness.

Our programs are funded by the sale of donated clothing and household goods in our Attic Treasures thrift shop in Chamblee, Georgia, as well as monetary donations and grants. We return more than 70% of our income to the communities we serve, primarily because we have NO PAID STAFF.

Mission, Vision and Core Values

Mission

Assistance League of Atlanta is an all volunteer, nonprofit organization committed to serving children and adults in need in our communities through philanthropic programs.

Vision

To be recognized as a leading organization committed to improving the quality of life for people in need.

Core Values

Commitment
Leadership
Ethics
Accountability
Respect 

2026-27 Board of Directors

  • BJ Lackey
    President
  • Paula Smiley
    President Elect
  • Wayne Landman
    Treasurer
  • Shelly Wood
    Secretary
  • Pat Higgins
    Vice President, Membership
  • Kathy Wilson-Chu
    Vice President, Philanthropic Programs
  • Pat Moslow
    Vice President, Resource Development
  • Lisa Fine
    Vice President, Communications
  • Lynn Soylemez
    Strategic Planning, Chairman

2026-27 Advisory Council

  • Steve de Groot
    Law
  • Tom Fuller
    Networking
  • Janis Miller
    Advertising
  • Jim Moslow
    Information Technology
  • Ron Robbins
    Business/Philantroipy
  • Grant Wells
    Food Franchise Operations

Reports & Financials

Your donations of any size will make a difference

Every time you donate an item for resale in the thrift shop, make a purchase there, or make a monetary donation, you are helping those at risk in our community. We appreciate donations of any size. Please bring your gently used items to the Donation Door at our thrift shop location.

Assistance League of Atlanta is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and donations are tax deductible.

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