About the Block

Neighbors Serving Neighbors

We believe we’re called by God to be good neighbors. The essence of being a neighbor is being in community with each other. It’s working, playing, and doing life together. Being a good neighbor is more than going into a neighborhood and doing for others, it’s being in community with others. We are “Neighbors serving neighbors through genuine connections.” Our mission is built on a foundation of love and a desire to love our neighbors as we love ourselves.

Current Impact

We are currently providing food to 460 kids per week.

We served an estimated 105,365 meals for the year of 2023.

It takes 25-30 volunteers per week to make our Weekend Food Program happen.

For the library pantry, we are stocking approximately 900 food, hygiene, and household items every week.

We are currently providing after school programming to 18 elementary-age students through Kids @ The Block.

Our Team

We are here to serve you. If you have any questions about The Block, feel free to reach out!

Sarah Hobbs

Executive Director

sarah.hobbs@theblockoutreach.org

Kat Ralya

Program Manager, Food and Unhoused Outreach

kat.ralya@theblockoutreach.org

Katie Hove

Program Manager, Kids@TheBlock

katie.hove@theblockoutreach.org

Symonne Reid

Donation Intake Coordinator

symonne.reid@theblockoutreach.org

Mia Reina

Program Assistant, Kids@TheBlock

mia.reina@theblockoutreach.org

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is on the Board of Directors and how is it structured?

The Board is structured with 5 out of 7 directors as active Church on the Hill members. The Board is composed of people of varying backgrounds, but all with a heart for our community and for Christ.

The board members are:

Board Chair: Josh Dunaway
Executive Director: Sarah Hobbs
Treasurer: Chuck Wilkinson
Secretary: Billy Keck

Members at Large:

Sally Corbett
Dan Kneser
Phyllis Remke

Is The Block openly Christian? Professing Christ in its service to others?

Yes, we are openly Christian. We are not a church, but our purpose is to love God’s people, our people.

What does The Block’s logo mean?

The circle at the center of our logo symbolizes Christ, who is at the heart of our organization and everything we do. The different colors of the pinwheel show the diversity of our community all connected and coming together to serve each other.

What type of organization is The Block?

We are registered with the Georgia Secretary of State and we have a 501c3 non-profit designation with the Internal Revenue Service.

Are donations made to The Block tax deductible?

Yes, all donations made to The Block are tax deductible consequently with our 501c3 status. You will be given a tax receipt for your record upon donation.

What percentage of donations are used to assist those in need?

85 cents of each dollar donated to The Block are used to assist our unserved neighbors in need.

Do you have to profess faith in Christ to serve with The Block?

No, you do not. We welcome anyone who has a passion to serve our community. We were founded by a group of people who have a passion to serve based on our relationship with Christ. However, you are welcome to serve whether you profess any faith or none at all. Our unifying vision is that we are all one community serving our neighbors.

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