North Fulton Community Charities

What North Fulton Community Charities does

North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit social services organization founded in 1983 and headquartered in Roswell, Georgia, that provides integrated anti-poverty programming to financially distressed residents of North Fulton County, including the cities of Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, and Roswell (zip codes 30004, 30005, 30009, 30022, 30024, 30075, 30076, 30097). Services are delivered at no cost to eligible residents and span emergency financial assistance for rent and utilities, a client-choice food pantry using a computerized monthly point allowance across more than 900 SKUs, the NFCC Thrift Shop with a Family Choice clothing voucher program, ESL and GED instruction, computer-skills training, employment and financial coaching, VITA free tax preparation, and four seasonal programs (Senior Baskets, Toyland, Coatsgiving, Back-to-School). The organization operates 41,000 square feet across the Elkins Road campus (food pantry plus the 20,000 sq ft Barbara Duffy Center opened in 2021), a satellite East Roswell pantry hosted by Bridge to Grace Church, the public-facing thrift store, and satellite classrooms hosted by partner churches.

NFCC's operating technology is functional rather than differentiating: a client-choice pantry point system at lobby computer stations, a digital client management system that tracks eligibility, residence verification, and service history, and post-COVID digital pantry shopping and virtual case management capabilities. The organization is one of the largest human-services nonprofits in North Fulton, served roughly 9,500 unique individuals annually, distributed $1.3M in emergency aid, generated $5.5M in client grocery savings through the pantry, and reported that 94.5% of financial-assistance recipients remained stably housed for at least three months (2025 figure).

NFCC's revenue model is a hybrid nonprofit stack: donations (individual, monthly "Circle of Hope," corporate, foundation, and faith-based giving at $10K, $25K, $50K, and $100K+ tiers), government support (Fulton County), earned revenue from the public-facing Thrift Shop (approximately $1.4M annually), and in-kind food recovery from 15+ grocery and restaurant partners including Kroger, Publix, Walmart, Target, Whole Foods, Aldi, Sprouts, Chick-fil-A, Papa Johns, 3 Hermanos SuperMarket, and Fresh Market. Volunteer labor from 13,500+ individuals and 900+ groups annually is equivalent to 39 full-time employees. Leadership comprises a President (Dr. Amy Gates Stroud, appointed April 2026) supported by VPs of Finance/IT, People & Culture, Operations, Community Engagement, and Client Programs, with board representation from LexisNexis Risk Solutions, Synovus, Renasant Bank, and DataScan. Corporate community partners at $100K+ include Fulton County Government, LocumTenens.com, the North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, and DataScan.

Name

North Fulton Community Charities

Legal name

North Fulton Community Charities, Inc.

Website

https://nfcchelp.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) is a Roswell, Georgia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded in 1983, that provides free food, clothing, emergency financial aid, ESL/GED/computer-skills education, and workforce coaching to approximately 9,500 financially distressed North Fulton County residents annually across 41,000 sq ft of facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Services (Nonprofit Human Services)

NAICS

Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Community Food Services (624210)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Charities & Grantmaking Intermediaries (BPAGAKAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Dropout Prevention, Alternative Education & Re-Engagement Nonprofits (BPAGADAL)

Keywords

• Social services nonprofit
• Food pantry assistance
• Emergency financial aid
• Adult education programs
• Workforce development services

Headquarters

HQ city

Roswell

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: One-time and recurring donations from individuals, including monthly Circle of Hope donors and campaign-driven giving. Donors can give online, by mail, or through securities transfer.
2. Thrift Shop Sales: The NFCC Thrift Shop sells donated secondhand clothing, furniture, accessories, and household goods to the public. Revenue generated (approximately $1.4 million annually) directly funds NFCC programs including food pantry, housing assistance, and education services.
3. Corporate and Foundation Grants: NFCC receives financial gifts from corporations, foundations, and employee fundraisers. Community partners include organizations giving at $100,000+, $50,000+, $25,000+, and $10,000+ tiers. These gifts support emergency financial assistance ($1.3M annually) and program operations.
4. Government and Public Funding: NFCC receives support from Fulton County government and other public sources. Tax identification number: 58-1521088.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

North Fulton Community Charities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free food, clothing, emergency financial assistance, ESL and GED education, computer skills training, employment coaching, and seasonal assistance programs to eligible residents of North Fulton County, Georgia. Its retail thrift shop generates approximately $1.4 million in annual revenue that funds programs, while individual donations, corporate and foundation grants, and government support cover the remainder of its operations.

Product overview

North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) is a nonprofit social services organization offering a integrated portfolio of programs to ease hardship and foster financial stability. The core service offerings include a Food Pantry (client-choice system with 900+ items at two locations), the NFCC Thrift Shop (public retail store with proceeds funding programs), and Family Choice (clothing assistance with point-based allotments). Financial Assistance & Case Management provides emergency rent/utilities aid paired with personalized support. Education programs span ESL (15-week courses at multiple levels), GED Tutoring (free test prep with vouchers), and Computer Skills (hands-on training including AI for Job Seekers). Workforce Development includes Employment and Financial Coaching, Job Seeker Resources (technology lab, job bank, forklift training), and Workshops. Seasonal Assistance Programs deliver Senior Baskets, Toyland, Coatsgiving, and Back-To-School support. Additional Resources include free VITA tax preparation. All services are available in both English and Spanish, serving residents of specific Fulton County zip codes.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Food Pantry Provides free food to individuals and families in North Fulton County through a client-choice pantry system with over 900 different items. Operates at two locations (Elkins Road and East Roswell at Bridge to Grace Church); clients receive monthly points based on household size to choose groceries via computer stations. More than 200 families receive food each day.
• NFCC Thrift Shop Public thrift store in Roswell selling donated secondhand clothing, furniture, jewelry, accessories, and household goods at reduced prices; open six days a week. Generates approximately $1.4 million in annual revenue that funds NFCC programs.
• Family Choice (Thrift Assistance) Free clothing and essential program providing monthly point allotments to eligible NFCC clients to shop at the NFCC Thrift Shop for clothing, shoes, accessories, and kitchen items. More than 890 families use the program monthly.
• Financial Assistance and Case Management Emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage, and utility bills during times of need, paired with personalized case management support to help families achieve long-term stability. Distributes $1.3 million annually to families in crisis and prevents homelessness for more than 1,100 households per year; 94.5% of recipients remained stably housed for 3+ months in 2025.
• ESL Education (English as a Second Language) Free 15-week ESL course offered three times yearly (January, May, August) at all proficiency levels, focusing on real-world language skills for workplace and community communication. Offered at the Barbara Duffy Center and satellite locations including St. David's Episcopal Church, Bridge to Grace Church, and Mt. Pisgah United Methodist Church.
• GED Tutoring Free personalized GED test preparation for adults 18 years and older, including individualized test prep, on-site tutoring, digital curriculum, practice tests, and free GED test vouchers. Over 70 adults have earned their GED with NFCC; 11-13 GED graduates annually.
• Computer Skills Education Free hands-on computer training classes including AI for Job Seekers, Google Apps, and Basic Computer Skills, held in the LexisNexis Risk Solutions Technology Lab at the Barbara Duffy Center. More than 600 adults take life skills and workforce readiness classes annually.
• Employment and Financial Coaching Free one-on-one coaching covering financial stability and job search support, including resume building, interview preparation, budgeting, debt management, and career goal setting.
• Job Seeker Resources Technology lab access, NFCC Job Bank with local job postings, forklift training certification, and volunteer support for resumes and applications, open weekly.
• Seasonal Assistance Programs Four annual programs for families in seasonal financial stress: Senior Baskets (spring and winter for 300+ seniors), Toyland (holiday gifts for nearly 1,400 children), Coatsgiving (Thanksgiving meals and winter coats for 500+ families), and Back-To-School (backpacks and supplies for 1,000+ children). 1,145 families receive relief through these programs annually.
• Workshops Small group workshops covering job-related topics including career exploration, networking, professional development, and practical skills training.
• Additional Resources (Free VITA Tax Preparation) Free income tax preparation and filing through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program for individuals and families making $84,000 or less annually, plus links to MARTA Reach expansion info, SNAP EBT resources, and Find Help Georgia database. More than 450 individuals receive free tax prep annually.

Quantifiable outcome

• 94.5% of individuals receiving financial assistance remain stably housed for 3+ months (2025)
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

24 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• KrogercoreOthersKroger is a major food recovery partner donating excess food to NFCC's food pantry. NFCC collaborates with Kroger and other grocers to redirect surplus food to families in need, reducing food waste while addressing hunger.
• PublixcoreOthersPublix donates surplus food to NFCC as part of the organization's food recovery network, helping feed hungry families in North Fulton.
• WalmartcoreOthersWalmart donates food and goods to NFCC's food pantry and seasonal programs, supporting NFCC's hunger relief efforts.
• TargetcoreOthersTarget donates food and goods to NFCC as part of the food recovery and in-kind donor programs.
• Whole FoodscoreOthersWhole Foods donates surplus food to NFCC's food pantry as part of the food recovery partner network.
• Papa JohnsminorOthersPapa Johns donates food to NFCC's food recovery program, contributing to the organization's efforts to combat hunger in North Fulton.
• 3 Hermanos SuperMarketminorOthers3 Hermanos SuperMarket participates as a food recovery partner donating surplus food to NFCC.
• LexisNexis Risk SolutionscoreOthersLexisNexis Risk Solutions sponsors the Technology Lab at the Barbara Duffy Center where computer skills classes are held. The company is also a Presenting Sponsor of the Back-to-School program and Board President (Barbara Blevens, VP at LexisNexis Risk Solutions).
• North Point Community ChurchminorOthersNorth Point Community Church is a community partner and board member organization supporting NFCC's mission.
• LocumTenens.comcoreOthersLocumTenens.com is a $100,000+ community partner and supporter of NFCC, with employees involved in volunteer activities.
• SynovuscoreOthersSynovus is a $10,000+ community partner and board member organization. Rob Burts at Synovus Securities handles NFCC's securities transfers. Konda Pollard from Synovus serves on the NFCC Board.
• Renasant BankcoreOthersRenasant Bank serves as a financial partner and $10,000+ community partner. Ken Davis, retired from Renasant Bank, serves as NFCC Board Treasurer.
• NPCCcoreOthersNPCC (North Fulton Chamber of Commerce) is a $100,000+ community partner supporting NFCC.
• DataScancoreOthersDataScan is a $100,000+ community partner. Matt Powell from DataScan serves on the NFCC Board Executive Committee. DataScan is also a Back-to-School program sponsor.
• Fulton County GovernmentcoreOthersFulton County Government provides $100,000+ in support as a community partner, contributing to emergency assistance and program funding.
• Enterprise Holdings FoundationminorOthersEnterprise Holdings Foundation is a $25,000+ community partner supporting NFCC programs.
• Publix Super Markets CharitiesminorOthersPublix Super Markets Charities provides $10,000+ in support as a community partner.
• Roswell United Methodist ChurchminorOthersRoswell United Methodist Church is a $10,000+ community partner and faith-based supporter. The church's Job Networking Ministry is listed as a faith-based resource for job seekers.
• United Way of Greater AtlantaminorOthersUnited Way of Greater Atlanta provides $25,000+ in annual support as a community partner.
• Bridge to Grace ChurchcoreOthersBridge to Grace Church hosts the East Roswell Food Pantry on its premises, enabling NFCC to serve families in the East Roswell area. The church also partners for ESL satellite classes.
• St. David's Episcopal ChurchminorOthersSt. David's Episcopal Church is a faith partner offering satellite ESL classes on its premises in North Fulton, expanding NFCC's education reach.
• Mt. Pisgah United Methodist ChurchminorOthersMt. Pisgah United Methodist Church is a faith partner offering satellite ESL classes, supporting NFCC's adult education mission.
• Northside HospitalminorOthersNorthside Hospital is a $25,000+ community partner and Back-to-School Presenting Sponsor. Also the Pickleball Tournament Presenting Sponsor.
• World Harvest ChurchminorOthersWorld Harvest Church in Roswell hosts satellite job coaching sessions on Fridays from 10am-12pm, providing additional access to workforce development services.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Catholic Charities Atlanta: Comprehensive social services including emergency assistance, food, ESL, and case management in the Atlanta metro — directly comparable wraparound nonprofit service model.
• MUST Ministries: Marietta, GA-based community nonprofit offering food pantry, clothing, financial assistance, housing, and workforce programs across metro Atlanta — the closest geographic and service-portfolio peer to NFCC.
• The Drake House: Emergency housing nonprofit for homeless mothers in North Fulton that NFCC helped establish; serves a directly adjacent population within NFCC's catchment.
• Atlanta Community Food Bank: Regional food bank distributing to partner pantries including food-assistance programs like NFCC's; comparable in hunger-relief mission and pantries across metro Atlanta.
• Jewish Family & Career Services of Atlanta: Atlanta-based nonprofit providing emergency financial assistance, ESL, job coaching, and case management — closely aligned with NFCC's education and workforce development programs.
• Goodwill of North Georgia: Operates thrift retail stores and workforce development/job coaching programs across North Georgia, mirroring NFCC's thrift-funded social services and employment focus.
• Habitat for Humanity North Fulton: Local housing affiliate that originated from NFCC's Housing Committee; addresses housing affordability in the same North Fulton geography as NFCC's homelessness-prevention work.
• Salvation Army of Greater Atlanta: Operates food, clothing, financial assistance, and seasonal programs alongside thrift retail in metro Atlanta — directly comparable model combining charitable services with thrift-store revenue.

Regional players

• Hosea Helps: Atlanta-area nonprofit providing emergency rent/utility assistance, food, and seasonal programs — comparable mission and service mix in the broader metro, though not focused on North Fulton.

Broad incumbents

• United Way of Greater Atlanta: Broader umbrella funder and convener in metro Atlanta that already supports NFCC and a wide peer network of community-based nonprofits — comparable mission, larger scale, and similar donor base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

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