Hope For The Family
A day of practical resources, tools, and support for your family
Hope For The Family is a one-day event just for parents and caregivers. Throughout the day you'll receive practical tips, tools, and resources to help you raise strong, Christian adults — and when the program ends, you'll receive Christmas gifts for your children to help ease the stress of the holiday season.
When
Saturday, December 12, 2026
9am – 4pm · Doors open at 8am
Where
AIM Family Center
1966 Lakewood Ter SE, Atlanta, GA 30315
Who
Parents & caregivers
Gifts for children ages 2–12
Overview
A day built for parents
The holidays can be the hardest time of year to be a parent stretched thin. Hope For The Family gives parents and caregivers more than a handout — it's a full day of encouragement, practical tools, and support.
Parents and guardians must apply in person at the AIM Family Center on October 3 or October 4. Please be on time on December 12 — doors close at 9am sharp.
The Day
What December 12 looks like
Practical tips & tools
Sessions packed with practical, faith-centered help for raising strong, Christian adults.
Resources for your family
Connect with resources and support that last well beyond the holiday season.
Christmas gifts
After the program, parents receive Christmas gifts for their children ages 2–12, provided by AIM partners and volunteers.
Community
A room full of people raising kids in the same neighborhoods — the same spirit behind our weekly programs.
For Families
How to apply
Parents and guardians must apply in person at the AIM Family Center (1966 Lakewood Ter SE, Atlanta, GA 30315) during one of the times below.
Saturday, October 3
10:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday, October 4
12:45pm – 3:00pm
What to bring to apply
- Photo ID of parent/caregiver
- Birth certificates of children
- Proof of guardianship if not your biological children
- Proof of income / SNAP benefits
The Fine Print
The rules
Saturday, December 12 · 9am – 4pm · Doors open at 8am and close at 9am sharp.
- You must apply in person. No walk-ins will be permitted on program day.
- You must be on time. After 9:00am you will not be admitted.
- You cannot leave early — you will forfeit the items donated for your family.
- No children are allowed, including babies.
- No one can come in your place.
- Children ages 2 to 12 are eligible.
For Partners & Volunteers
Provide gifts for a family
Hope For The Family runs on partners and volunteers who shop for, wrap, and donate Christmas gifts for the families who apply. If you, your family, your small group, or your workplace would like to get involved providing gifts, email Bret Wilson and we'll match you with a family.
Email bret@aimatlanta.orgLast December
Christmas at the AIM Family Center
Contact
Questions about this program?
Reach out to Vickie Avery — they'll get you pointed in the right direction.
Email Vickie
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