VOLUNTARY ACTION CENTER - Hand Up, Inc.

VOLUNTARY ACTION CENTER - Hand Up, Inc. The VAC provides emergency services to individuals and families living in Gordon County. For more information, visit http://www.voluntaryactioncenter.org

HOURS OF OPERATION:
Thrift Store and Donation Area: Monday-Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM
Office: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 5 PM
Community Kitchen: Monday-Friday 11 AM - 12:30 PM

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES:
Temporary Housing and Case Management for Homeless Families ** Community Kitchen: Hot meals Monday-Friday from 11:00AM-12:30PM ** Food Pantry open Monday-Friday from 9AM-5PM ** Rent/Mortgage and Utility Ass

istance ** Prescriptions and Medical Equipment ** Emergency Clothing ** Holiday Food and Toy Programs ** Free Trainings and Computer Lab ** Showers and Laundry Services

As a friendly reminder, the Voluntary Action Center will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day....
09/04/2026

As a friendly reminder, the Voluntary Action Center will be CLOSED on Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day.

We hope everyone has a safe, relaxing, and enjoyable holiday! ❤️🤍💙

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to serving our community when we reopen on Tuesday, September 8th!

Happy Labor Day from all of us at the Voluntary Action Center!

Operation Happy Christmas 2026! Parents seeking Christmas assistance for their children must complete ONE class offered ...
09/03/2026

Operation Happy Christmas 2026!

Parents seeking Christmas assistance for their children must complete ONE class offered at VAC between September 22 and November 19.

🎁 Applications will be distributed after each class.
📅 Application deadline: November 20
📍 Classes held in the VAC dining room

Class schedules are available on our website or at the VAC front office.

📞 706-629-7283
🌐 voluntaryactioncenter.org

Please help us spread the word to families in Gordon County

Our Community Kitchen could use a little help stocking up for September! Please drop off all items at our Food Pantry. W...
09/02/2026

Our Community Kitchen could use a little help stocking up for September! Please drop off all items at our Food Pantry.

We’re currently in need of:
Gravy
Boxed Stuffing
Canned Cranberry Sauce

🍂✨ SEPTEMBER TAG SALES ARE HERE! ✨🍂New month = NEW DEALS at the Voluntary Action Center Thrift Store! 🛍️💚❤️💙Keep an eye ...
09/01/2026

🍂✨ SEPTEMBER TAG SALES ARE HERE! ✨🍂

New month = NEW DEALS at the Voluntary Action Center Thrift Store! 🛍️💚❤️💙

Keep an eye on those tags while you shop because September savings are looking GOOD! 👀

💚 GREEN TAGS — 25% OFF
❤️ RED TAGS — 50% OFF
💙 BLUE TAGS — 75% OFF! 🤩

Whether you're hunting for clothes, home decor, hidden treasures, or just a really good bargain, you never know what you'll find!

🍁 Shop. Save. Support the VAC. 🍁
Every purchase helps us continue serving our community. ❤️

Come see us and snag those BLUE TAG bargains before someone else does! 🛒✨

WE’RE HIRING! ❤The Voluntary Action Center is looking for a compassionate, dedicated Case Manager to join our team!If yo...
09/01/2026

WE’RE HIRING! ❤

The Voluntary Action Center is looking for a compassionate, dedicated Case Manager to join our team!

If you’re passionate about helping individuals and families in our community access resources, overcome challenges, and move toward a brighter future, we’d love to hear from you.

📍 Apply in person:
323 South Wall Street
Calhoun, GA 30701

💻 Apply online:
www.voluntaryactioncenter.org

📅 Application Deadline:
All applications must be submitted by Friday, September 4th.

Come be part of The Heart of a Caring Community! ❤️

The Voluntary Action Center will begin accepting applications for our Senior Christmas Box Program on:📅 Tuesday, Septemb...
08/30/2026

The Voluntary Action Center will begin accepting applications for our Senior Christmas Box Program on:

📅 Tuesday, September 1
⏰ Beginning at 9:00 AM

This program is available to local seniors who:

• Are 62 years or older
• Meet the income requirement of 180% or below the Federal Poverty Guidelines
• Complete the required application

This year, 175 seniors will receive a Christmas box filled with food, household essentials, personal care items, festive treats, and a little extra Christmas cheer! 🎁

Applications are accepted first-come, first-served until all 175 spaces are filled. Seniors may call or visit VAC to begin the application process.

📍 343 S. Wall Street, Calhoun, GA
📞 706-629-7283

Approved applicants will receive a confirmation letter by mail. Please apply early and help us spread the word to local seniors, families, churches, and community organizations!

What a SWEET time celebrating our amazing volunteers!We had such a great time at our Volunteer Ice Cream Social! It was ...
08/29/2026

What a SWEET time celebrating our amazing volunteers!

We had such a great time at our Volunteer Ice Cream Social! It was a small way for us to say a BIG thank you to the incredible people who give their time, energy, and hearts to VAC and our community.

We truly couldn’t do what we do without you. Thank you for being part of the Heart of a Caring Community!

FREE COMMUNITY MEALS Need a hot meal? The Voluntary Action Center’s Community Kitchen serves FREE lunch and dinner Monda...
08/28/2026

FREE COMMUNITY MEALS

Need a hot meal? The Voluntary Action Center’s Community Kitchen serves FREE lunch and dinner Monday through Friday.

Lunch: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM
Dinner: 4:45 PM–5:45 PM
📍 343 S. Wall Street, Calhoun

No appointment needed. Come by and enjoy a hot meal!

We need your help restocking our Laundry & Shower Program!We’re especially in need of travel-size toiletries and a few l...
08/27/2026

We need your help restocking our Laundry & Shower Program!

We’re especially in need of travel-size toiletries and a few laundry essentials to help individuals in our community access a clean shower and fresh clothes. ❤

Every donation makes a difference! Items can be dropped off at VAC Monday–Saturday, 9 AM–5 PM.

Thank you for helping us care for our neighbors!

🎄❤️ IT’S SENIOR BOX SEASON! ❤️🎄Help us fill 175 Senior Christmas Boxes!We need 175 of each item to make sure every senio...
08/26/2026

🎄❤️ IT’S SENIOR BOX SEASON! ❤️🎄

Help us fill 175 Senior Christmas Boxes!

We need 175 of each item to make sure every senior receives a complete box.

Want to help? Please call us BEFORE collecting or purchasing items so we can let you know what is still needed.

Donations due November 4
Delivery Day: December 5

Address

343 South Wall Street
Calhoun, GA
30701

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 2pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

(706) 629-7283

Website

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