Georgia Center for Opportunity

05/27/2026

Mental health shapes how we care for our families, navigate challenges, and build stability in our lives.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we are recognizing the importance of strong support systems, healthy communities, and meaningful connection. Healthy people help build strong families and thriving communities. 💚

05/27/2026

“Jobs for Life has given me the ability to hit restart on my life. I really feel I have a second chance.”

Ayonia shared how participating in Jobs for Life helped her regain confidence and begin moving forward with a clear sense of direction. During the class, she was able to identify a path to address barriers related to her background and has already begun taking steps toward resolving them as she works toward a career job.

A key part of the Jobs for Life experience is connecting participants to wrap-around resources that help remove barriers to employment. This support helps open doors and create real opportunities for lasting change.

05/26/2026

Georgia’s next governor will shape the future of our state far beyond Election Day. From education and public safety to taxes, health care, and workforce opportunities, the decisions made under the Gold Dome impact families and communities in every corner of Georgia.

As the 2026 race heats up around affordability, housing, education, welfare reform, and public safety, understanding the governor’s role matters more than ever.

📊 The policies coming out of the governor’s office don’t just affect today. They shape opportunity, economic mobility, and quality of life for future generations of Georgians.

🔗 Learn more about what’s at stake in the 2026 election: https://foropportunity.org/georgia-govenor-powers/

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their sacrifice calls us to live with gratitude, serve our communities well, and work toward a future where every person has the opportunity to thrive.

Today, and every day, we remember. 🇺🇸

05/22/2026

The first step matters, but it should not be made harder by the very systems meant to support it. We are working to clear those obstacles so you can focus on taking that first step forward.

05/19/2026

“Being in this class felt like the hug I didn’t know I needed.”

Programs like Raising Highly Capable Kids are about more than parenting tools. They create community, strengthen families, and help both parents and children grow together toward brighter futures.

05/19/2026

During Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re recognizing the connection between mental health, purpose, stability, and opportunity.

Research continues to show that meaningful work can strengthen mental health by creating connection, confidence, and hope for the future. 💙

05/15/2026

A committed community can change the trajectory of families for generations.

We’re so grateful for leaders like John and this incredible team serving the Lamar County co-op through Raising Highly Capable Kids. They pour into parents and families every week, helping strengthen homes, deepen connections, and create brighter futures for the community they love. 💙

05/13/2026

When Shaneika Murphy’s sons entered middle school and high school, she wanted to make sure her family was ready for the challenges ahead. Through Raising Highly Capable Kids, she found practical parenting tools, meaningful support, and a community that encouraged her every step of the way.

Today, Shaneika is paying that support forward as an RHCK facilitator, helping other families grow stronger while inspiring her own sons to serve their community alongside her.

Read her full story ⬇️

After completing the Raising Highly Capable Kids workshop as a parent, Shaneika Murphy now supports other parents as a program facilitator. Her sons volunteer with the program, too. Together, the Murphys are a shining example of how strong families build strong communities.

05/12/2026

At the recent JFL Lawrenceville Employer Panel, students had the opportunity to hear directly from local employers about what they value most in today’s workforce. Guests shared their perspectives, talked about the qualities they look for in employees, and took time to answer thoughtful questions from the students.

What made the conversation especially meaningful was how engaged the students were throughout the discussion. They weren’t just listening. They were thinking ahead about their futures, asking intentional questions, and learning what it takes to stand out in the workplace.

Moments like these remind us how valuable it is when professionals take the time to pour into others.

05/11/2026

What a special night in Columbus! Our recent Jobs for Life graduation brought together the largest crowd we’ve seen yet, with nonprofit leaders, longtime and new partners, advisory board members, and so many proud family members and friends celebrating alongside our graduates.

It was incredible to see so many people come together to celebrate hard work, perseverance, and new opportunities ahead. 💙