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Housing & Serving Georgia's Homeless and Foster Care Youth since 1984.

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Looking to Make a Difference?

However you like to help, through donations or volunteer work, we are grateful for your support!

Our Mission

The Center for Children and Young Adults provides safe & suitable housing, youth development activities and comprehensive supportive housing services for at risk homeless and foster care youth who have been abandoned, abused, neglected and/or sexually exploited.

Qualified Foster Child Donation

As a Georgia taxpayer, you have the unique opportunity to direct your state taxes to The Center for Children and Young Adults, supporting our mission to make a difference. By participating, you'll receive a 100% tax credit on your state income tax bill for your donation. Click here for more information.

Sponsor a Youth at Christmas

This Christmas, you have the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the life of a young person. Your generosity helps create special memories, boosts self-confidence, and reminds a child that they are valued and loved. Together, we can make this Christmas brighter and more meaningful for a deserving young person. Contact Omara Ramsey at 770-485-1685 or at oramsey@ccyakids.org.


GA Gives Day is Tuesday, December 1, 2026

Please keep The Center for Children & Young Adults in mind this Georgia Gives Day. The young people at the Center for Children & Young Adults deserve a safe home, support, and a chance to find their way—just like we all do. Giving is one way we can help make that possible. GA Gives Day 2026 is December 1st. To select CCYA as your donation designation follow the link below and thank you for giving!

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