The Networks of 11Alive, through the Gannett Foundation, recently presented a community service grant to the Midtown Assistance Center in recognition and support of the organization’s work with the working poor. The funds will support the Homeless Prevention Project that assists low-income working families who are in temporary financial crisis.
Dorothy Chandler, Executive Director of the Midtown Assistance Center, and Bernadette Kennedy, Board President accepted the grant on behalf of the Midtown Assistance Center.
"This grant will help people in need before they reach the point of homelessness," said Dorothy Chandler.
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WXIA-TV President and General Manager, John Deushane said, "The Networks of 11Alive strive every day to celebrate the human spirit through our on air and on line properties, showcasing the amazing work being done in our community helping others. We are honored and thrilled to be able, through the Gannett Foundation, to support local organizations that are making such a difference for all of us who call Atlanta home."
The Midtown Assistance Center, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that provides emergency financial assistance to the working poor of Midtown Atlanta to forestall homelessness and poverty during periods of personal crisis. Located at 30 Porter Place, just off Peachtree Street in facilities provided by Atlanta First United Methodist Church, MAC is a collaborative effort of eleven Peachtree corridor congregations. In addition, MAC receives private and public funding.