Join host Ben Musgrove and law partner Chris Light for this inspiring episode of The Bettis Musgrove Show as they sit down with Nicole Morgan, Director of Development at The Place, a remarkable nonprofit organization that has been transforming lives in Forsyth and Dawson Counties for 50 years.About Nicole Morgan:Nicole brings a unique background to her role, having spent 10 years in government service, including seven and a half years with Forsyth County Parks and Recreation and time with Senior Services. A Leadership Forsyth graduate, she discovered The Place during her class tour and immediately fell in love with the organization's mission. Now approaching her second year as Director of Development, Nicole is passionate about showing her two daughters the difference between needs and wants while serving the community.About The Place:Founded in 1975 by four Adrian Dominican nuns who saw a need in rural Forsyth County, The Place has evolved into a comprehensive organization serving essential needs while helping families become self-sustaining.The Impact By The Numbers:- 450 families served weekly through food pantries- 2,000+ visits per month for food assistance alone- 92 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to programs- 400 volunteers monthly making it all possible- 50 years of dedicated service to the communityWhat We Discuss in This Episode:- The inspiring origin story of four nuns who started The Place 50 years ago- How the client choice model preserves dignity and teaches budgeting- The Cottage program supporting young homeless women pursuing education and employment- Innovative partnerships with schools, courts, and community organizations- The impact of government shutdowns and SNAP benefit disruptions on families- How Forsyth County's community always steps up when needs arise- Holiday House: helping parents shop with dignity for Christmas gifts for their children- Heartsgiving: combining coat and turkey drives to serve 450 families for ThanksgivingCritical Needs Right Now:With the government shutdown affecting SNAP benefits, The Place is preparing for increased demand for food assistance and rental support. The community is already stepping up, but more help is needed as families face impossible choices between food, heat, and rent.Upcoming Events:Heartsgiving (Week Before Thanksgiving) - The Place will provide 450 complete Thanksgiving meals (turkey, shelf-stable food box, $25 grocery gift card, plus an extra food bag) AND a coat for every family member, thanks to PWB Joy of Hope Foundation.Holiday House (December) - Parents and guardians shop for NEW toys, clothes, bikes, and wrapping paper using a point system, allowing them to choose exactly what their children want and wrap gifts from them.How You Can Help:📍 Forsyth County Location: 2550 The Place Circle, Cumming, GA 30040📍 Dawson County Location: Also serving the community📞 Phone: (770) 887-1098🌐 Website: www.theplacega.orgWays to Make an Impact:- Donate new or gently used coats (all sizes)- Provide frozen turkeys or turkey breasts for Heartsgiving- Donate unopened, unexpired food items- Give financially - 92% goes directly to programs- Donate new unwrapped toys for Holiday House- Volunteer at food pantries, mobile pantries, or special events- Host a food or clothing drive at your workplace or school- Support through Donor Advised Funds (DAF)- Tax-deductible donations accepted! The Place is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.Food Pantry Hours:Forsyth County: Tuesday-Thursday, 9:00am-1:30pmDawson County: Thursday-Friday, 9:30am-1:00pm; Saturday 10:00am-4:00pmConnect with Bettis Musgrove:📍 202 Tribble Gap Rd, STE 300, Cumming, GA 30040📞 (470) 347-1515🌐 www.bettismusgrove.com
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