Financial Assistance

Based on available funds, the Center services 75-100 people per month. Clients will need to meet with an assigned Case Manager to identify their current financial situation and provide the necessary documentation to administer aid. Admittance to the Financial Assistance Program is based on the following requirements:

1. Applicant must be a resident of Fulton or Dekalb County

2. Applicant does not receive Section 8, Habitat, HUD, Hotel/Room, or Transition Housing

3. Applicant needs documented proof of unexpected situation or crisis

4. Applicant seeking assistance with utilities has lived in their own house or apartment for the last six months

5. The lease and utilities must be in the applicant's name

6. Applicant has lived at current address for six month's

7. Applicant needs proof of ability to pay the balance of rent not covered by the center

Following the application and acceptance process, clients will receive financial help upon completing:

Life Skills Learning

This four-week course includes lessons in:

1. Nutrition

2. Financial Planning

3. Budgeting

4. Employment skills

5. Legal Aid

6. Advocacy regarding utility bills

7. Voter registration

8. Health Education

Financial Planning

Clients will meet with an assigned Financial Instructor to complete their personal budget.

Earn Benefits

Earn Benefits is a program designed to help people get benefits that can free up money to handle other bills and costs. The program is free. Simply provide the following items to apply:

• Identification for the applicant and the people in applicant's household.

• Proof of Social Security number for the applicant and all others in the household.

• Proof of where the applicant lives.

• Proof of citizenship or immigration status for the applicant and the people in applicant's household. (birth certificate).

• Proof of households income (include TANF,SSI, etc.).

• Proof of household's resources (include money in your checking account and/or savings account).

• Proof of household's expenses ( rent, utilities, etc.).

• Proof of applicants child or dependent care expenses.

Soulstice Program

The Soulstice Program is a comprehensive youth agency offering unique programs for young people 16-21 years of age. The mission is to motivate and empower those who have dropped out, or have been expelled from school, to reach their education and career goals. By providing programs that broaden education and cultural experiences, the Soulstice Program will create opportunities for the youth to make positive contributions to their communities. The Soulstice Program will maintain an environment that nurtures personal bonds to encourage the young people to develop positive group affiliations and a sense of family. In return, those served will provide support for their families in an environment of trust and respect. The Soultice Programs include:

• Adult Education, will provide GED Instruction

• Weekend and Summer Programs

• Arts Education

• Career Development

• Financial Literacy

• Learning Service Activities

• Support Services for the youth and their families

• Leadership Development

• Counseling Services

• Legal Services

• Health Services

Other Prevention Programs

The Sullivan Center offers additional progrrams designed to prevent clients from falling into poverty including:

• Legal Aid Counseling – Legal Aid is offered periodically by the Atlanta Legal Aid Society. Group seminars and individual assistance help clients understand tenant rights, and how to prevent unjust eviction.

• Transportation Assistance– MARTA has played a significant role in assisting clients with transportation. Because of the discount tokens and MARTA cards program, the Center is able to assist people who have recently become employed. Tokens are issued for verified job interviews and medical appointments.

• Clothing and Furniture Referral – The Sullivan Center often refers clients in need of new work clothes or additional furniture to partner organizations such as Dress for Success.

• Food Pantry – Food is distributed Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (except holidays) at 9:30 a.m. to residents living within zip code areas of 30310, 30311 and 30315. Food is available once every six months to persons within the service area. For more information about donating or volunteering to the Food Pantry please contact us.

Set up an appointment at the Sullivan Center by calling 404-753-0531, or come in to make an appointment.

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