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More than forty years ago, Zaban Paradies Center was born out of the compassion and vision of The Temple, a Jewish congregation in Atlanta devoted to caring for the broader community. In the winter of 1984–1985, record-breaking cold weather exposed the urgent need not only for shelter, but shelter for couples. While other organizations carried out efforts for one gender or the other, The Temple opened its doors to those with nowhere else to go. What began as an act of faith and neighborly love evolved into a dedicated organization committed to helping individuals and couples experiencing homelessness build stability and independence. Today, while Zaban Paradies Center operates as its own nonprofit, it continues to honor its roots and partnership with The Temple, carrying forward a legacy of dignity, hope, and community.

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Home, Within Reach was an investment in hope, housing, and the future of Zaban Paradies Center. On behalf of our Board of Directors, staff, and the individuals and couples we serve, 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘂𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗴𝗮𝗹𝗮 𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀! We are deeply grateful to report that: 💞 $322,795 raised in support of ZPC's mission ($47,820 raised on gala night, alone)! 🤝247 supporters invested in pathways to housing stability for sheltered couples and families facing homelessness via our gala! 🏡 450 households will receive assistance from ZPC’s shelter, financial assistance, and day services programs this year! Special thanks to our organizational sponsors and to all of our generous patrons and supporters. Thank you, also, to our gala chairs, host committee, volunteers, auction donors, and everyone whose partnership and generosity made the evening possible. 𝗪𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲. 📸 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗯𝘂𝗺 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗶𝗼. The Zaban Foundation @roomstogo Foundation (Rooms to Go Foundation) @blankfoundation (Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation) Corient @southstatebank (SouthState Bank) @bennett.thrasher (Bennett Thrasher) @ga_power (Georgia Power) Helen Marie Stern Fund @homedepot / @homedepotfoundation (The Home Depot Foundation) @cpmtlaw (Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner) @deltacommunity (Delta Community Credit Union) Project Community Connections (PCCI)

Last night's 𝘏𝘰𝘮𝘦, 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 gala for @zabanparadiescenter was a tremendous success! We are blown away by the incredibly generous support we received from you, our community. Together, we exceeded our goal and raised more than $325,000 to empower couples, families, and individuals facing homelessness to achieve self-sufficiency. On behalf of our staff, Board of Directors, and the people we serve, THANK YOU! Look out for an upcoming post next week with photos and more about the gala! In the meantime, please accept our sincerest gratitude for the incredible support and generosity!

✨ TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! ✨ Tonight, we gather for "Home, Within Reach" — a special evening dedicated to bringing our neighbors closer to home. 🏡💙 At Zaban Paradies Center, we believe everyone deserves the safety, stability, and dignity of a place to call home. Every day, we work alongside couples, families, and individuals experiencing homelessness to create pathways to home and help make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring. Tonight, we celebrate the community of supporters, partners, and advocates who make this mission possible and stand together to propel that mission forward. We can’t wait to welcome you for an unforgettable evening of connection, inspiration, and shared purpose as we work toward an Atlanta where there is a home for everyone. Here’s to bringing home within reach! 💙

🎺 📣 We're continuing our announcing of the sponsors of "Home, Within Reach," Zaban Paradies Center's 2026 gala! Zaban Paradies Center wishes to thank our 🤍Pearl🤍, ❤️Ruby❤️, and 🪸Coral🪸 Sponsors for joining us in working toward an Atlanta where everyone has a place to call home. Thank you to 🤍𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀🤍 Cohen Pollock Merlin Turner PC (@cpmtlaw) Delta Community Credit Union (@deltacommunity) Matt Bronfman & Ronit Walker Carl drew & Jennie Malloy Peter Kupfergerg Cindy & Adam Lourie Richard & Monica Maslia Carol Nemo Kathy Waller ANONYMOUS DONOR ADVISED FUND OWNER AT THE CHICAGO COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ❤️𝗥𝘂𝗯𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀❤️ Stephanie & David Aferiat Staci Brill Anthony & Anne Cochran Jonathan & Heather Goldman Janet Lavine & Rick Williams Denny Marcus & Andre Schnabl Tricia & Maurice Rosenbaum Eric & Ellen Schwartz Valerie & Peter Weitzner Lesley & Jim wheeler 🪸𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀🪸 PCCI - Project Community Connections Rachel Barnhard Jason & Teyana Chaney Linda & Richard Davis Lauren Estrin Linley Jones Ray & Paula Kuniansky Joel Lobel & Debbie Ognibene Smith Sara & Evan Loft Knox & Sami Maslia Larry & Ruth Menter Scott & Ellen Rafshoon Steven & Julie Rau Elaine Rosenblum Greg Roth for supporting our mission in such a meaningful way. We look forward to celebrating what we have accomplished and will accomplish together this Thursday night!

🎺 📣 We're continuing our announcing of the sponsors of "Home, Within Reach," Zaban Paradies Center's 2026 gala! Zaban Paradies Center wishes to thank our 💙Sapphire Sponsors💙 for joining us in working toward an Atlanta where everyone has a place to call home. Thank you to @bennett.thrasher, @homedepot, @ga_power, Helen Marie Stern Fund, and Lisa & Seth Greenberg for supporting our mission in such a meaningful way. We look forward to celebrating what we have accomplished and will accomplish together this Thursday night!

We are excited to share our Platinum sponsors for this Thursday's 𝘏𝘰𝘮𝘦, 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 gala! @roomstogo Foundation is returning as a Platinum sponsor this year, and we are incredibly grateful for their ongoing support and partnership! Rooms To Go's recurring support of @zabanparadiescenter's events has allowed us to reach new heights and strengthen our community. Jed Paradies and Logan Paradies carry on the legacy of generosity from the Paradies Family that started with Rick Paradies's transformational gift in honor of his late father, Dan Paradies. This year, our gala honors The Family of Dan Paradies for their continued support and generosity that has changed the lives of our residents and program participants who have moved from homelessness to permanent housing with the help of Zaban Paradies Center! Thank you to Rooms To Go, Jed Paradies, and Logan Paradies for making home within reach!

✨ Meet Our Visionary Sponsor: The Zaban Foundation ✨ Some partnerships are woven into the very fabric of an organization’s story. The Zaban Foundation’s relationship with Zaban Paradies Center is one of them. Their generosity and longstanding commitment to our mission have helped make our work possible, empowering couples, families, and individuals facing homelessness to build a path toward home and a more stable future. As the Visionary Sponsor of our "Home, Within Reach" gala, The Zaban Foundation is making this special evening possible and helping bring our community together around a shared vision: an Atlanta where everyone has a place to call home. We are deeply grateful for their extraordinary support, their belief in our mission, and their continued investment in the people and possibilities at the heart of our work. Thank you, The Zaban Foundation, for helping make home within reach. 💙

🏡 JUST 8 DAYS AWAY! ✨ The countdown is on, Atlanta! Join us Thursday, October 29, for Home, Within Reach, a gala to bring our neighbors closer to home — an unforgettable evening of community, celebration, and impact. Hosted by our Visionary Sponsor, The Zaban Foundation, this special evening will bring together people who believe that everyone in Atlanta deserves a place to call home. Together, we’ll celebrate the work of Zaban Paradies Center, honor the people and partnerships that make it possible, and help create a future where homelessness is rare, brief, and non-recurring. 🥂 An evening of cocktails, dinner, an auction, and of course: IMPACT 💙 An opportunity to connect with fellow community members who care about making a difference 🏡 A chance to help create pathways to home for our neighbors facing homelessness 🎟️ Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available — 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲! Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of an evening that brings our community together for something bigger than ourselves. 📅 Thursday, October 29, 2026 📍 Midtown Atlanta Every step toward home matters. We hope you’ll join us! 💙 🔗 Reserve your tickets or explore sponsorship opportunities today by clicking the link in our bio and selecting "Gala 2026 - Home, Within Reach."

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC: 🧠 Put your knowledge to work for a good cause! 🏡 Join us for 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝘆 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲, 𝗭𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗮 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗿, on Monday, September 28, from 5–8 p.m. at Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall! This special evening brings together many of our existing ZPC supporters—people who believe in creating pathways to home for our neighbors facing homelessness. And now, we're opening our doors to the public! Whether you're already part of the ZPC community or discovering us for the first time, this is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people, enjoy a fun night of trivia, and make a meaningful difference right here in Atlanta. Gather your team (up to 4 people), put your knowledge to the test, and connect with fellow community members who believe in doing good. Your participation helps support housing stability and essential services to our neighbors. We'll also be honoring Rebecca (Rivkah) Good, Assistant Director of Education at The Temple, for her more than 20 years of service and dedication to the Atlanta community. Good people. Good fun. Good cause. Spots are limited, so gather your team and reserve your tickets today! 🗓️ Monday, September 28, 2026 ⏰ 5–8 p.m. 📍 Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall (684 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE Unit J, Atlanta, GA 30312) 🎟️ Tickets & Sponsorships: click the link in our bio Come for the trivia. Stay for the community. Leave knowing you've helped light the way home. 💡 🏡 💙 For questions or more information, please contact ZPC Director of Development, Taylor Thompson, at tthompson@zabanparadiescenter.org #atlanta @ladybirdatlanta

One week until Trivia Night! 🧠✨ Grab your team and join us for an evening of trivia, food, fun, and support for couples experiencing homelessness. 📅 Monday, September 28 ⏰ 5:00–8:00 PM 📍 Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall 🎟️ $30 individual admission 👥 $75 three-person team 🍽️ Buffet included Register today: https://givebutter.com/ZPCTriviaNight2026 #ZabanParadiesCenter #LightingTheWayHome #TriviaNight #AtlantaEvents #SupportZPC

On August 20, Zaban Paradies Center had the opportunity to participate in United Way of Greater Atlanta’s Innovation Forum, and ZPC Executive Director Danny Lester-Drew served as a panelist on the Innovations in Rental Support panel alongside our partners @partnersforhome and @investwithroots, facilitated by United Way’s Amy Barrow. Danny shared about our Financial Assistance programs, including our partnerships with United Way of Greater Atlanta and the Atlanta Rising Prevention Pilot Program, supported by Partners for HOME. Danny also highlighted ZPC’s current data, programs and enrollment process, as well as our strategic goals for the future. For ZPC, events like this are about more than sharing what we do—they’re about building connections and strengthening our community’s collective response to homelessness. We connected with other local organizations and expanded our resource network so we can better connect households facing homelessness in the City of Atlanta and surrounding areas with the support they need. We’re grateful to United Way of Greater Atlanta for bringing community organizations together to share ideas, learn from one another, and explore innovative approaches to keeping people housed. 💙

We’re honored to be featured in the Atlanta Jewish Foundation’s latest Impact Story: From Crisis to Prevention: A New Zaban Paradies Center Program Is Keeping Families Off the Street. ZPC Executive Director Danny Lester-Drew, Director of Development Taylor Thompson, and Experience & Marketing Manager Maria Englehart had the opportunity to sit down with Yadin Goldman of AJF to share how Zaban Paradies Center has evolved over more than 40 years—from an emergency shelter created in response to Atlanta’s freezing winter of 1984 to an organization helping our neighbors move from crisis toward stability, permanent housing, and self-sufficiency. Today, our work extends beyond shelter. Through the Atlanta Rising Prevention Pilot, our newest homelessness prevention initiative supported by Partners for HOME, we’re helping households at imminent risk of losing their housing with financial assistance, legal services, and individualized support. The need for this kind of intervention is significant. Within just four or five weeks of launching the program—and without advertising—we received 283 requests for assistance. The Impact Story also highlights our transition to a 24/7 residential shelter model and the dramatic increase in permanent housing exits that followed, as well as the importance of our community of donors, volunteers, partners, and supporters in making this work possible. We’re grateful to the Atlanta Jewish Foundation and their donors for supporting our work and for telling our story to shine a light on an important truth: one of the most powerful ways to end homelessness is to prevent it from happening in the first place. Read the full article here: https://atlantajewishfoundation.org/blog-zaban-paradies-center-prevention-program/ @atlantajewishfoundation @partnersforhome

We're thrilled to announce that last week, Zaban Paradies Center Executive Director Danny Lester-Drew and ZPC Board Co-Chair Michael Dinerman had the opportunity to sit down with Rough Draft Atlanta reporter Logan C. Ritchie to talk about how ZPC has evolved over time—and where we’re headed next. For more than 40 years, ZPC has grown from a volunteer-run, seasonal shelter into a year-round, 24/7 organization providing shelter, support, financial assistance, and pathways toward permanent housing for our Atlanta neighbors experiencing homelessness. Most recently, we've launched new financial assistance and homelessness prevention programs—including the new Atlanta Rising Prevention Pilot*, a pilot program helping families who are at imminent risk of losing their housing, as the need for prevention has never been clearer. As Atlanta faces growing housing affordability pressures and more households are facing homelessness, we’re committed to continuing to evolve, expand our services, and meet our neighbors where they are. Read the full story at the following link to learn more about Atlanta Rising, ZPC’s history, and our vision for the future. https://roughdraftatlanta.com/2026/08/31/zaban-homelessness-prevention/ Thank you to Logan C. Ritchie and Rough Draft Atlanta for highlighting ZPC’s story and the importance of homelessness prevention in our community. 💙 *This project is supported in part by Partners for HOME, on behalf of the Atlanta Continuum of Care. @partnersforhome @roughdraftatlanta

Today, we’d like to take a moment to celebrate and thank two very special members of the Zaban Paradies Center family: Scott Edlein and Cindy Lourie - who joined our board of directors in 2017 and took on board co-chair roles in 2022. For nine years, Scott and Cindy have helped guide ZPC through periods of incredible growth, change, and challenge — and have shaped who we are today. During their years of service, ZPC: • Transitioned from a seasonal shelter to a year-round shelter • Expanded from an evening and overnight shelter to a 24/7 shelter • Answered the call for ZPC to contribute beyond our shelter walls, ushering in rehousing, prevention, and day services programming • Provided stability and strength during leadership transitions • Weathered the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19 while making sure our organization remained staffed, equipped, and supported by volunteers and donors Through it all, Scott and Cindy brought their time, leadership, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to our mission. They helped ZPC not only navigate change, but continue moving forward with the people we serve at the center of every decision. We are incredibly grateful for the countless hours they have given, the transformative conversations they have helped lead, the changes they have championed, and the belief they have continued to place in ZPC and our neighbors. Scott and Cindy, thank you for helping carry ZPC through so many chapters of its story. Your leadership has left a lasting mark on this organization—and on the lives of the people we serve. We’re so grateful that, while your board service may be coming to an end, you’ll always be part of ZPC. 💙

For our neighbors experiencing homelessness, meeting basic needs can be a challenge. That’s why Zaban Paradies Center opens its doors every Tuesday from 10AM to 1PM for Day Services—providing a safe, welcoming environment where people can access essential resources and take steps toward stability. Our Day Services program offers: 🍽️ a meal 🚿 bathrooms & showers 🧺 laundry facilities 👕 clothing closet 💻 computer & internet access 🤝 connection to support and resources Because having a place to take care of the basics can make it a little easier to focus on what comes next: beginning the journey home.

Since joining Zaban Paradies Center in 2022, Ryan Nation grew from Resident Services Specialist to Data Quality & Program Services Coordinator to Performance Manager—making a meaningful impact at every step along the way. During his time at ZPC, Ryan also earned his M.S. in Urban Analytics from Georgia Tech, building on his B.A. in Psychology and Poverty Studies from Furman University. Now, he's taking his talents to Chicago, where he'll join the Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities at the University of Notre Dame as a Dissemination Associate on the Policy & Impact Team. We are so proud of all Ryan's accomplished and so grateful for the knowledge, dedication, and heart he's shared with our community. While we’ll miss having him here at ZPC, we can’t wait to see all the ways he'll continue to make a difference in the world. Thank you, Ryan, for all you've done for our organization. Congratulations and best wishes on this exciting next adventure!

🏡SAVE THE DATE🏡 A home is more than a place. It’s a sense of belonging. A place to rest, to heal, to hope—and to begin again. On Thursday, October 29, 2026, we’ll gather at The Temple, the very place where our mission began in 1984, for an evening that honors how far we’ve come and looks toward a future where home is within reach for every neighbor we serve. Join us for Zaban Paradies Center’s second biennial gala, "𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲, 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵," proudly presented by our visionary sponsor, The Zaban Foundation. 🍽️ Dinner & Auction 🕖 7:00–9:00 p.m. 📍 The Temple 🎟️ Tickets and sponsorships are available now: zabanparadiescenter.org/home-within-reach-2026-gala Save the date. Together, we can bring our neighbors closer to home—and to the hope, stability, and belonging that come with it.

✨ Introducing ZPC’s expanded Financial Assistance Team! ✨ We’re excited to expand our Financial Assistance Team and deepen our commitment to preventing homelessness across Atlanta. With the launch of the Atlanta Rising Prevention Pilot this month, our team has grown substantially to provide homelessness prevention and move-in assistance to individuals and families facing housing instability. This effort is a targeted homelessness prevention program serving individuals and families at imminent risk of homelessness across the City of Atlanta. Through the program, participants can access flexible financial assistance, supportive services, and legal assistance designed to help them achieve and maintain housing stability. ZPC’s Atlanta Rising Prevention Pilot program is funded by Partners For Home (@partnersforhome) as part of the national Right at Home USA (@rightathomeusa) collaborative effort to prevent homelessness before it starts. We are thrilled to help launch this pilot program in Atlanta and play a role in creating a stronger safety net for our neighbors—because preventing homelessness before it happens can make all the difference. Thanks to Odelis, JoJo, Jada, Michelle, Charlotte, and Tianna for helping us carry out this important work. ❤️

✨ We’re thrilled to announce our 2026 “Lighting the Way Home” Honoree: Rebecca (Rivkah) Good! ✨ For more than 20 years, Rebecca has strengthened the Atlanta community through education, service, and meaningful relationship-building. As Assistant Director of Education at The Temple, she has inspired generations of children and families while championing volunteerism and community engagement. Her longstanding commitment to Zaban Paradies Center, Project Merry Mitzvah, and collaborative service reflects a deep belief in the power of community—and in the importance of helping our neighbors find stability, dignity, and a place to call home. We are honored to celebrate Rebecca and her personal connection to the mission of Zaban Paradies Center at this year's “Lighting the Way Home” Trivia Night Fundraiser! 💡🏠 Join us for an evening of fun and connection as we come together to support housing stability and help light the way home for our neighbors. 📅 Monday, September 28 ⏰ 6–8 p.m. 📍 Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall Help us celebrate Rebecca Good and the shared commitment that makes our community stronger. We can't wait to see you there! 💙✨ Tickets and sponsorships available at https://givebutter.com/ZPCTriviaNight2026 @thetemple_atl

Put your knowledge to the test and make a meaningful impact while you're at it! Join us for Trivia Night at Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall on Monday, September 28, from 6:00–8:00 PM for an evening of friendly competition, great company, and community—all in support of our neighbors working toward stable housing. Whether you're a trivia enthusiast or simply looking for a fun night out, every registration helps fund housing stability initiatives and critical kitchen renovations at Zaban Paradies Center. Gather your smartest friends (teams are limited to 3 participants), register as an individual, or show your support by becoming an event sponsor. Team space is limited, and capacity is capped—reserve your spot today! https://givebutter.com/ZPCTriviaNight2026

For the second time this year, Zaban Paradies Center has been featured in a local magazine—and we couldn't be more honored! Our mission is highlighted in the "Good in the Hood" section of My Midtown Magazine's Best of 2026 issue, which recognizes organizations making a positive impact in our community while sharing ways for readers to get involved. We are incredibly grateful to the team at @MyNeighborhoodAtl for shining a spotlight on our mission and the work being done every day to empower individuals, couples, and families on their journey toward self-sufficiency. Thank you for helping us spread awareness and inspire others to be part of the solution! Catch us on page 8 of the digital copy of the magazine at https://atlantabestmedia.com/digital-issues-my-midtown/

Financial stability is about more than making ends meet—it's about having the opportunity to build for the future. We were honored to welcome Jori Mendel, Chief Growth and Community Development Officer at @investwithroots, who introduced our residents to the Roots Growth wealth-building and financial coaching platform. Following her presentation on Monday, nine of our couples enrolled in the program and are beginning a new journey toward greater financial confidence. Through weekly financial coaching and educational trainings, participants can earn up to $600 each year in rewards while building the knowledge, habits, and resources that support long-term financial wellness. At Zaban Paradies Center, we believe lasting change happens when people have access to the right tools, opportunities, and support. We're grateful to Roots for partnering with us to help our residents invest not only in their finances, but in their futures. :blue_heart::seedling:

A conversation. A laugh. A moment of connection. At ZPC, we believe "the little things" are actually the big things. These seemingly small moments build trust, restore dignity, and remind our neighbors that they deserve connection. Through Day Services, we're creating space for more than basic needs—we're creating opportunities for hope and healing.

We rely heavily on the generosity of meal donors to make feeding our residents breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day of the year possible. By providing a meal, you're not only offering nourishment, comfort, and dignity to those we serve—you're also helping us direct more of our resources toward the programs and services that empower individuals to achieve lasting stability. For more information or to get involved, please follow the instructions on the image or contact ZPC Director of Development, Taylor Thompson, at tthompson@zabanparadiescenter.org.

We’re growing our team! If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact in our community, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in helping individuals, couples, and families move toward stability, dignity, and a place to call home. For more information, visit the link in our bio and select "Join Our Team!"

Did you know our most recent annual report is available online? Inside, you’ll find stories of resilience, milestones made possible by our community, and the impact your support helped create in 2025. Thank you for being part of the work that makes home and hope possible for so many. Read the full report at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KHN0jsUPjW5EntwzUum5WkAtvkA03N-N/view

As you plan summer fun and family memories, don’t forget to make room for a very special one: giving back together. ❤️ This summer, your family can help provide a meal for the residents of Zaban Paradies Center and turn an ordinary evening into a meaningful act of kindness. Families with children under 12 are welcome to prepare and drop off a meal at our shelter, while families with children ages 12 and up are invited to serve their meal alongside our staff with supervision and guidance. It’s a powerful way to teach compassion, build community, and remind our neighbors experiencing homelessness that they are cared for. Visit pur website at www.zabanparadiescenter.org or the link in our bio to learn more and sign up! #atlanta #atl #iloveatlanta

A huge thank you to our Young Professionals Council (YCP) for spending time at our facility a few weekends ago to help us refresh our space! From deep cleaning to handywork projects, their hard work helped make our facility cleaner and cozier for the people we serve each day. Every gleaming surface and every curtain hung is a reminder that everyone deserves the dignity of a safe and welcoming home. We’re so grateful for our YPC's dedication and support!

This National Volunteer Week, we’re celebrating the people who turn compassion into action. Every hour given, every hand extended, and every smile shared helps move our neighbors closer to stability and home. Thank you for being the difference.

Are you kinder than a 5th grader? This #throwbackthursday, we’re shining a spotlight on Avery—one of our smallest supporters—who continues to prove that size doesn't dictate impact. For the third winter season in a row, Avery handcrafted delicious hot chocolate bombs, sold them to friends and family, and generously donated every dollar to Zaban Paradies Center. This year, she made and sold an incredible 220 hot chocolate bombs, raising an amazing $1,250—surpassing both of her previous years donations! Avery’s parents, long-time supporters of our mission, have clearly instilled a deep spirit of generosity in their children. We are so grateful for their continued support—and for Avery’s inspiring example of what it means to give back.

Happy 404 Day, Atlanta! ❤️ From culture and community to resilience and heart, our city is iconic in so many ways. It’s here that we do our work we love as one of only four shelters in the country dedicated to serving couples, and we’re honored to be part of what makes our city so special. We’re proud to call Atlanta home - and to help others do the same. #atlanta #atl #atlantalife #404day #weloveatl

Zaban Paradies Center is honored to receive a $150,000 grant from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, to be distributed over three years in support of our programs and operations. This meaningful investment will help sustain and grow our impact in Atlanta. We extend our sincere thanks to the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation for their partnership and commitment to our mission to create pathways to home for our neighbors facing homelessness. #atlanta #atl #nonprofit

Zaban Paradies Center was honored to be served by Repair the World Atlanta (@atlanta_repair / @repairtheworld) and long-time ZPC supporter, The Zadie Project (@thezadieproject), on March 11. The two joined forces to bring our neighbors over 30 hygiene kits, a fresh meal, and just as important: a sense of belonging and community. The Zadie Project is the non-profit extension of Atlanta's very own Souper Jenny (@souperjennyatl). Every week, the organization donates roughly 50 quarts of soup to our mission. This recurring donation brings steady, comforting nourishment to those we serve. Repair the World is a non-profit dedicated to strengthening communities, bridging divides, and bringing hope where it’s needed most. The hygiene items they donated will be a critical component of supporting our clients' basic needs and equipping them with dignity. We are deeply grateful to these partnerships for helping move our mission forward. #communities #donation #organization #community #neighbors #georgia #repairtheworld #atlanta

Your support helps provide safe, dignified emergency shelter for couples and families. Support emergency shelter → Link in bio

At Zaban Paradies Center, we provide emergency shelter, day services, and financial assistance to help families stabilize and move forward. Learn more → Link in bio

Day services provide consistent access to food, hygiene, and resources each week. Support day services → Link in bio

Community volunteers help make mealtime possible at ZPC. Sign up to volunteer → Link in bio

Clothing donations help families feel prepared, comfortable, and supported. Donate clothing → Link in bio

Every household at Zaban Paradies Center works toward a 90-day individualized stability plan tailored to their unique needs and goals. Learn more about our approach to stability.

Access to meals and basic necessities helps create stability during uncertain times. Support pantry essentials → Link in bio

We'll be at Soup Fest - hosted by @souperjennyatl Westside this Sunday! Come visit our table and learn how you can get involved. 1082 Huff Road Sunday, March 1 12–3 PM

Our financial assistance programs help families secure housing and prevent homelessness before it escalates. Support housing stability → Link in bio

Thank you to the @atlanta_guys_dinner_group for supporting ZPC and the families we serve. Community support matters.

ZPC programs work together to meet immediate needs and support long-term stability. Support our programs → Link in bio

Volunteers play an important role in helping us serve meals each week. Volunteer with us → Link in bio

Our emergency shelter keeps couples and families together while they work toward stability. Private rooms for couples in need → Link in bio

Thank you to Georgia Power for supporting families at Zaban Paradies Center by providing energy kits for residents transitioning into permanent housing. Thoughtful partnerships like this help ease the move toward stability.

Each week, our day services provide access to meals, showers, laundry, clothing, and essential resources. Support day services → Link in bio

Simple item. Powerful impact. Huge thanks to @Hanes for their generous sock donation and for helping ensure our clients stay comfortable, cared for, and supported during a time when small essentials matter most. We’re so grateful for partners who help us meet essential needs with compassion. #hanesforgood #atlanta #atl

Talk about good neighbors! The staff of SCAD Serve stepped up in a big way this season, responding to an urgent need with generosity that helped stock our pantry and support clients transitioning into permanent housing! In-kind donations like these are essential to our work, helping us stretch limited resources while meeting real, immediate needs. We’re so grateful for partners who show up when it matters most. @scad_serve @scaddotedu

This holiday season, Georgia Power helped wrap our community in comfort. Their generous donation of new and gently used blankets is bringing warmth, care, and reassurance to our clients during the colder months. @ga_power #atl #atlanta #givingback #community

As we approach the coldest month of the year, warmth will become more than comfort—it will become essential. We are deeply grateful to Jeffrey Sladkus of The Sladkus Law Group (@sladlaw), who partnered with RefrigiWear (@refrigiwear) to provide 50 brand-new winter jackets, along with gloves and hats, for our shelter residents and Day Services clients. This generous gift is helping ensure our community stays warm, protected, and cared for throughout the season. @sladlaw @refrigiwear #atlanta #atl #givingback

HOD Bezalel has been a steady presence in our building and in our work—sharing meals, laughter, and meaningful partnership year after year. Their recent monetary donation continues that legacy, and we’re reminded once again how much warmth and comfort they bring to our building and community.

Have you read our Fall/Winter newsletter? This issue highlights the power behind passionate partnership and how it has transformed our work this year - for example, how The Home Depot Foundation elevated our partnership with some real hands-on effort. This issue also includes a Holiday Season Donation Guide to assist our community in finding a way to support our mission that works for them! Check it out by clicking the link in our bio!

Today is the day! Join us this #GivingTuesday as we work to raise funds to sustain ZPC’s 24/7 shelter model. Your generosity provides safety, stability, and a pathway home for couples experiencing homelessness. Every gift makes a difference. Donate today: https://bit.ly/DonatetoZPC

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