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No matter the state of the economy there are always those needing financial assistance. While you may not be in a position to help financially, you can still share your knowledge and experience and make a difference for those struggling with these issues. For more volunteer opportunities call the Gwinnett Helpline at
770-995-3339
Facts
- The median income for a household in the county was $60,537, and the median income for a family was $66,693.
- Males had a median income of $42,343 versus $31,772 for females.
- The per capita income for the county was $25,006.
- About 3.80% of families and 5.70% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.90% of those under age 18 and 5.50% of those age 65 or over.
- As of year 2009 number of evictions were as high as 22,892
Want to make a difference?
- Volunteer as a budget counselor, CPA, Tax advisor if you have these special skills
- GNLI Project information
- Contact The Impact! Group to volunteer and give financial advice
- Conduct a debt management seminar
- Volunteer with Consumer Credit Counseling Services
- Educate new parents on the wisdom of starting college funds early
- Host a workshop for college freshman on the danger of improper credit use.
- Check out your area Community Involvement District (CID) and get involved!
SOME ORGANIZATIONS DOING GOOD…VOLUNTEER TODAY!
Job Placement and Training
With thousands searching for work the need is greater than ever for assistance in job preparation, training, and resume writing. Volunteer today to help your neighbor!
FACTS
- Currently unemployment in Gwinnett is nearing 9%
- There were over 40,000 unemployment claims for Metro Atlanta in January 2010
- Over 61,000 jobs lost in 2008 in Gwinnett County alone.
- The Federal Minimum Wage is $7.25 a hour…not enough to sustain a family of four on the dollar menu!
- Several new companies will call Gwinnett home in 2010 and bring with them hundreds of new jobs!
Want to make a difference?
- Volunteer to conduct mock job interviews
- Help review and Revise resumes
- Coordinate a “Dress for Success” initiative
- Volunteer at the Gwinnett Helpline to direct those looking for employment opportunities
- Volunteer at one of the area Technical Schools to teach a Continuing Education course.
- Work with your local colleges to help their Career Center with Job Placement opportunities.
- Volunteer your experience and education at a local training center
- Conduct a Skills Aptitude test for a group to help them recognize their area of talent.
- Encourage those searching for work to visit their local technical college and take the Work Ready Certifications.
Some organizations doing good….volunteer today!
- Georgia Department of Labor
www.dol.state.ga.us
Phone: 770-840-2200
- LEAP (networking for those who are unemployed, under-employed or mis-employed – this is a service of the First United Methodist Church of Lawrenceville www.fumclv.org)
Phone: 770-963-0386 ext 113
- McKendree 1st United Methodist Church
meckendree.careers@gmail.com
- Gwinnett Technical College
www.gwinnetttech.edu
Phone: 770-962-7580
- Atlanta Regional Commission
Workforce Investment Act- WorkReady Assessment
available through Gwinnett Technical College
- Goodwill Industries of North Georgia
www.ging.org Phone: 770-734-9394
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