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SANDY SPRINGS Community Assistance Center building new branch Dianne Fries, Machell Harper, Brian Cunningham, Mayor Rusty Paul, Francis Horton, Nery Salguero, and Patricia Murcia. BY BOB PEPALIS An apartment fire across the street from the future location of the Commu nity Assistance Center’s south Sandy Springs branch brought home the impor tance of the organization for CEO Fran cis Horton III. “When I drove up this morning, I was accompanied by many fire trucks,” Hor ton said Dec. 14 during a “Buildout Bash,” which celebrated CAC’s return to south Sandy Springs. Horton said he immediately felt that those impacted by the fire perhaps could use services from the CAC, signaling the nonprofit’s role in the community. “[I’m glad] to continue to build rela tionships that we started a long time ago in this neighborhood,” he said. CAC is building a new branch at 120 Northwood Drive. The interior buildout of the space, which is on the ground floor of a new storage facility, is expected to be completed in 12 weeks. The event also recognized contribu tions by The Association of General Con tractors of GA (AGC) Young Leadership Program. AGC adopted CAC’s Northwood Branch as their nonprofit project for the year. Its spring golf tournament raised $125,000 for the project. They also donat ed project management services. AGC’s total donations came in at $135,000, CAC Development Director Pam Jones said. Brian Cunningham, who was the chair of AGC’s Young Leadership Council when the project was adopted, said it was terrifying and exciting at the same time. “We appreciate the opportunities, the biggest project we’ve ever taken on. We’re excited about it and we’re excited to see it at the point it is now,” he said. Sandy Springs Mayor Rusty Paul said the new CAC location is a phenomenal space in a part of the community that re ally needs it. “We’ve come through one of the most challenging times in my life and most challenging times in recent history. And this was a hot spot every time I got the maps that showed the highest incidenc es of COVID. This was ground zero,” Paul said. He said the city wants to make sure the people in south Sandy Springs, many of whom are Hispanic, have the same benefits and quality of life. “We want to make sure that they get what they need when they need it. And when they need it, this location is con venient for them to be able to access the services,” Paul said. On Dec. 10, CAC learned it had been awarded a $100,000 grant from the James H. Cox Foundation. The south Sandy Springs CAC branch will get some of that funding along with other projects, Jones said. This latest grant helped CAC exceed its fundraising goal, with $900,000 in contributions since March of this year. Patricia Murcia of CAC’s Client Ser vices team will manage the branch. In addition to the food pantry, communi ty members seeking financial assistance will be interviewed there. It also will be a location for people to apply for Medic aid and the Georgia Food Stamp Program (SNAP), she said. Adult education classes may be of fered at the Northwood Drive location. • Real advice. We’re a fee-only, fiduciary advisor. We don’t sell any products or get paid on commission. Instead, we simply give you advice that’s in your best interest, always. • Unparalleled experience. When your future is at stake, experience matters. Our senior staff members have an average of 22 years of experience. • Full service. With a team from multiple professional backgrounds, we work together with you and your other professionals to maximize and protect your wealth. • Expertise that helps you do better. Insightful tax and estate planning strategies can enhance your financial outcome without additional risk. Our advisors are finance and investment professionals, but many also hold advanced degrees or certifications in accounting or law. • Cost-effective, transparent fees. We provide our complete service for one simple, transparent fee so you can keep more of your money working for you. LINSC0MB& WILLIAMS 2727 Paces Ferry Road SE I Building Two, Suite 1475 I Atlanta, GA 30339 For more information call Atlanta Wealth & Pension, a division of Linscomb & Williams Linscomb & Williams does not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Linscomb & Williams is not an accounting firm. WEALTH MANAGEMENT SINCE 1971 Atlanta Wealth & Pension Team IMAGINE FINALLY FEELING CONFIDENT ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE Let Linscomb & Williams’ financial planning and investment management help you build, protect and manage your wealth, no matter what life brings your way. 6]ANUARY 20221 REPORTER NEWSPAPERS reporternewspapers.com
