Sheats Social Services

05/23/2026

Congratulations to our class of 2026!!! We are super proud of each of you!!

05/20/2026

We are just a couple of weeks from the start of summer camp and ACC Leisure Services still have some openings.

The following camps have openings:
☆Active Teens Camp
☆Ballers Academy (basketball)
☆Classic City Majorettes ☆Baton Camp
☆Dance Camps
☆Goal Getters (soccer)
☆Gridiron Girls (flag football)
☆Flag Frenzy
☆Heard Park Day Camp
☆Heard Park Teen Camp
☆Lay Park

Some are extremely limited, and others have more room. So, for parents still looking for summer camp opportunities – there's still room. All registration takes place at www.accgov.com/myrec

05/20/2026

Organizers from all of the downtown events have been joining forces to ask that the Community Enhancement program funds be increased from 250k to 500k, since the Mayor's current proposed budget only has a 50k increase. This fund is collected as a $.07 per dollar tax on hotel and short-term rental stays in Athens, they do not burden local tax-payers whatsoever.
Allocations from this fund are decided by Athens Mayor and Commission and are supposed to be used specifically for tourism. We are asking our local government for the CEP budget to be enhanced, recommending $500,000 this year - That's only 7% of this year's Hotel/Motel Fund with the other 5.9 MILLION going toward the Classic Center!

We have seen a dramatic decrease in local sponsors due to the state of the economy. With prices increasing every year, many events are wondering how long we'll be able to keep going at this rate. Public input to show how much Athenians love these free, diverse, and family-friendly events is what we need to show the commissioners that this decision would be supported by the community.

Here are the links:
https://forms.gle/Wj5XKh94WPEXVrcJ7

Spanish version:
https://forms.gle/6HAtMYvbz9cEm3VZ9

Attached are some graphics of the budget. Complete the survey and share it with others.

05/09/2026

We're getting started super early planning our Back to School Jam for the 26/27 school year.
This year's event will look and feel a little different with educational information sessions, game stations, a reading corner, & more. If you would like to become a sponsor, provide resources, & or make a donation, email us at [email protected]

05/05/2026

Strategic Board Development for Nonprofit Leaders

ACCGov Housing and Community Development Department is pleased to offer a Nonprofit Capacity Building Training session in the month of May! This training is open to staff, board members, or volunteers who work with nonprofit organizations serving Athens-Clarke County residents. Register today!

When: Tuesday, May 12, 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Where: 780 Barber Street, Athens, GA 30601 (Snipes Water Resources Center)

Topic: Strategic Board Development for Nonprofit Leaders

A nonprofit’s Board of Directors can be one of its greatest assets—or its greatest risk. A strong, engaged board drives mission impact and sustainability, while even one misaligned member can create disruption and stall progress. This session focuses on how nonprofit leaders can intentionally recruit, prepare, and manage board members to build a high-functioning board that strengthens the organization for the long term.

Learning Objectives:

Design a strategic approach to board recruitment

Identify the skills, perspectives, and community connections needed on your board and implement targeted recruitment practices to fill those gaps.

Establish clear expectations and effective onboarding processes

Develop orientation and training strategies that set board members up for success from day one.

Strengthen board engagement and cohesion

Apply techniques for assimilation, relationship-building, and accountability to foster a productive and mission-aligned board culture.

Address and manage challenging board dynamics

Recognize early signs of disruptive behavior and implement practical strategies to address issues while protecting organizational integrity.

Participants will learn from presenter Sally Kimel-Sheppard of Envision Athens, with opportunities for networking with other nonprofit professionals. HCD staff will also be present to offer follow-up guidance and resources. Onsite parking and light refreshments will be provided.

Please contact Cory Scott, Community Impact Administrator with any questions: [email protected], (706) 613-3155, ext. 8328. More information about HCD and other events can be found on our website, accgov.co

05/03/2026

Here are the dates for our upcoming information sessions and what kinds of programs we offer for seniors (50+) through our Center for Active Living:

Information & Enrollment Sessions
(All sessions are held Thursdays from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM in the Hudson Room)

May 7

May 14

May 21

May 28 – No Session

June 4

June 11

June 18

June 25

These sessions provide a great opportunity for clients to learn more about available programs, ask questions, and get enrolled. Here is some information about what we offer:

Learn
Cooking classes, candle making, Plant Medicine, Estate Planning, Driver Safety courses

Create
Art programs, pottery, painting, crafts, decor

Thrive
Mat Pilates, yoga, walking groups, Dance Fitness, Tai Chi, Line Dancing, Smart Moves, Get Strong

Connect
Happy hour, supper club, community dining, Bingo, Bible Study, Mahjongg, Bridge, Poker

Travel
Day trips, hikes, overnight trips, and international travel opportunities (New York, Ireland, Greece, Italy, Dukes Creek Falls, Anna Ruby Falls, New Orleans, Pigeon Forge, etc)

Initial registration is done in person and then they are able to sign up for classes and outings online after that. They are welcome to do so at one of the sessions listed above, or they can give us a call and set up a time to come by. The membership fee is $50/year for Clarke County residents and $60/year for out of county residents. Renewals are $40/year for Clarke County and $50/year for outside county residents. Funding may be available for eligible seniors who are 60+.

05/02/2026

Congratulations to all 15 CCSD Dynamic Student Speakers!

We are super proud of our Ambassador, Mariah Carson, for being 1 of the Dynamic 15!

Let's show up and support these students with CCSD Pride!

05/01/2026

Ms. Tasha is not just a mentor to our girls she's their adult bestie! Spring break was full of laughter, cheerleader moves, & new experiences!

05/01/2026

Community Information:

Bigger Vision will be closed starting this Friday, May 1st through May 15th, and opening back up Saturday, May 16th.

Salvation Army - hot meal service is back

04/30/2026

Proposed Annual Action Plan II (FY27 CDBG and HOME Activities)

The Housing and Community Development Department is preparing the proposed activities for the July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Programs.

The Mayor and Commission will receive resident comments on the proposed plan(s) at a public hearing on May 5, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall. Written public comments concerning the plan and proposed CDBG and HOME-funded activities will be received between April 28 and May 28, 2026, and must be submitted in writing to [email protected] at the Housing & Community Development Department, or through the Mayor and Commission online agenda comment form at www.accgov.com/publicinput.

For more information, view the extended public input notice.

Information on ways to provide public input to the Mayor & Commission