A Message from Our CEO
Carmen McCauley
CEO, Ministries of Grace
Hello, friends of Ministries of Grace!
As we move into the final months of the year, I find myself pausing to simply say thank you. Thank you for showing up. Thank you for giving. Thank you for believing in a community of families who need us most during this season. What you do — whether you volunteer on a Wednesday, give monthly, or pray for this ministry from a distance — matters more than words can express.
The fall and holiday season ahead is our most important time of year. For the families we serve, these months can feel overwhelming. But because of friends like you, they do not have to face them alone. You are the reason a child will wake up on Thanksgiving morning to a full table. You are the reason a family will step into the new year with a little more hope than they had before. You are the reason this ministry exists.
"I am grateful beyond measure for this community of generous, compassionate, mission-driven people."
We are heading into the most wonderful and most important time of year together, and I could not be more excited about what lies ahead.
Thank you for being part of our story.
With gratitude and excitement,
Carmen McCauley
Chief Executive Officer, Ministries of Grace
January – September 2026
Our Impact in Numbers
Families Served
12,743
Individuals Served
49,559
Kids nourished
20,732
Pounds of Food Distributed
546,750
Volunteers
13,640
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Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Gobble Wobble 5K
November 26, 2026 · Thanksgiving Day
Start your Thanksgiving off on the right foot! Join us for the Gobble Wobble 5K on Thanksgiving Day!
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Cumming County Fair & Festival
October 11 & 18, 2026
7 Canned Goods = FREE ADMISSION! Bring 7 canned goods to the gate and enjoy free admission on Sunday, October 11 from 12pm–9pm and Sunday, October 18 from 12pm–9pm.
Celebrating What God Has Done
Milestones & Wins
Grace Restored Thrift Shop
We opened a new thrift and consignment shop! All proceeds go to supporting families in North Georgia through Ministries of Grace. Learn more here! Also, follow us on Instagram and Facebook to see what's dropping first!
Meals by Grace Club
New opportunity to get involved! If you are a student, parent, teacher, administrator, or school community member interested in starting a Meals by Grace Club, please reach out to Julia Lacy. We would love to explore whether a club could be a good fit for your school.
Table of Grace Gala
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Table of Grace Gala, bid on our auction, sponsored a table, or simply showed up to celebrate the families we serve. Because of you, we shared a beautiful evening centered on one belief: every family deserves the chance to thrive. Check out some photos from the event!
A Story of Grace
You Were There When It Mattered Most
During some of the hottest days of the summer, a single mother reached out for help when the air conditioning in her home stopped working. With extremely high temperatures and the cost of repairs beyond what she could manage, she wasn’t sure where to turn.
Through the generosity and involvement of our community, help came together, and her air conditioning was repaired, bringing much-needed relief to her family.
But the support didn’t stop there. Regular food assistance has helped ease some of the financial pressure on Mom, allowing her to focus her limited resources on other household needs. When the new school year approached, her children were also able to receive school supplies.
"Most importantly, Mom now knows she has a community she can turn to when she needs a helping hand."
That donor is you. Every gift, every act of generosity, every prayer — it all comes together in moments like this. Thank you for being the reason families like hers are not alone.
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Ways to Get Involved
The Bridge
Become a recurring monthly donor and provide the consistent support that allows us to plan, grow, and serve families well — month after month.
Give MonthlyVolunteer
Pack groceries, deliver food, coach a job seeker, or serve in another capacity. Our volunteers are the heartbeat of this ministry.
Sign UpGive a Gift
Every dollar goes directly toward serving families in our community. Give easily through Venmo or online — one-time or recurring.
Donate NowHost a Food Drive
Food drives are a wonderful way to get your neighborhood, workplace, school, church, club, team, or group of friends involved!
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