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According to estimated homeless census Vision
data, more than 10,000 people in metro “In May 2014, through a partnership with Fulton County and Invest Atlanta, I was able to realize my dream to
become a part of the solution as Solomon’s Temple opened its’ doors. My vision for Solomon’s Temple is to
Atlanta experience homelessness on any
create a safe haven for vulnerable women with their children who are struggling to move from homelessness to
given night, with more than 40 percent being
stability. I believe, by working cooperatively, we can ensure that no woman is left on the streets with her
women and children. According to the
children.”
Georgia Department of Community Affairs
~ S. Smallwood
(GDCA), more than 75,000 Georgians are
homeless at some point during the year. Mission
According to The National Center on Family Solomon’s Temple is a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to the eradication of homelessness by
Homelessness (NCFH), more than 58,000 empowering women and their children to overcome life’s challenges, realize their potential, define their own
children in Georgia are homeless. The destiny and become vital factors in the revitalization and sustainability of their community. Previously known as
Springdale Place and operated by Fulton County, Solomon’s Temple offers a 130 residential facility for
reality remain that there is simply not enough
homeless women and their children. Located in metro Atlanta on 1 acre of park space which includes a
emergency and transitional supportive
playground, a basketball court, a gazebo and walking trails, it offers families in transition a peaceful setting to
housing to meet the demand.
move toward stability.
According to the Hebrew Bible, Solomon's
Temple, also known as the First Temple, We offer shelter...
was the Holy Temple (Hebrew: שׁ ָדּ ְק ִמַּה־תיֵבּ: for up to 130 women and children, with wraparound supportive services. Families may reside at Solomon’s
Beit HaMikdash) in ancient Jerusalem before Temple for up to 6 months. Each family is assigned their own private dormitory style room that includes beds
its destruction by Nebuchadnezzar II after and a dresser. Our on-site supportive services help families gain self-sustainability that empower the entire
family with the tools to break the cycle of homelessness.
the Siege of Jerusalem of 587 BCE.
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