Need a place to stay tonight? Call 211 to find a shelter bed. In Atlanta or Fulton County, go to Gateway Center, 275 Pryor St. SW. Sign-up starts at 7 a.m. on weekdays.
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A place to stay tonight
United Way 211 · Metro Atlanta
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211 can help you find a shelter bed or emergency housing.
How to get it · Call 211. It’s free and confidential. In the City of Atlanta you can also call 311.
211 can help you find a shelter bed or emergency housing.
How to get it · Call 211. It’s free and confidential. In the City of Atlanta you can also call 311.
Atlanta Mission – The Shepherd’s Inn (men)
Atlanta Mission · City of Atlanta
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Emergency shelter for single men, with meals, a bed, and help with recovery, jobs, and legal needs.
How to get it · Go in person Mon–Fri, 8:30–11:30 a.m., to the Mills Street gate at 165 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. NW. Arrive by 7:30 a.m. Call 404-367-2493.
Who it’s for · Single men 18 and older. Must be sober (72 hours without drugs, 48 without alcohol). Limit 2 bags. Beds are not promised.
Emergency shelter for single men, with meals, a bed, and help with recovery, jobs, and legal needs.
How to get it · Go in person Mon–Fri, 8:30–11:30 a.m., to the Mills Street gate at 165 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd. NW. Arrive by 7:30 a.m. Call 404-367-2493.
Who it’s for · Single men 18 and older. Must be sober (72 hours without drugs, 48 without alcohol). Limit 2 bags. Beds are not promised.
Atlanta Mission – Restoration House (women & kids)
Atlanta Mission · City of Atlanta
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Emergency shelter for women and their children: up to 30 days of a bed, meals, showers, clothes, and laundry.
How to get it · Go in person Mon–Fri, 8:30–10:30 a.m., to 655 Ethel St. NW, Atlanta. You will be screened first. Call 404-588-4007.
Who it’s for · Women 18+ and their children. Must be sober (72 hours no drugs, 24 no alcohol). Women now working or in school can’t get a bed.
Emergency shelter for women and their children: up to 30 days of a bed, meals, showers, clothes, and laundry.
How to get it · Go in person Mon–Fri, 8:30–10:30 a.m., to 655 Ethel St. NW, Atlanta. You will be screened first. Call 404-588-4007.
Who it’s for · Women 18+ and their children. Must be sober (72 hours no drugs, 24 no alcohol). Women now working or in school can’t get a bed.
Salvation Army Center of Hope shelter
The Salvation Army · City of Atlanta
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Large downtown shelter for men, women, and families. Short emergency stays and programs to help you find housing.
How to get it · Call 404-486-2700 to ask about a bed. The shelter is at 469 Marietta St. NW, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · For people who are homeless. Emergency stays need a valid ID. A parent must show proof of custody of the children.
Large downtown shelter for men, women, and families. Short emergency stays and programs to help you find housing.
How to get it · Call 404-486-2700 to ask about a bed. The shelter is at 469 Marietta St. NW, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · For people who are homeless. Emergency stays need a valid ID. A parent must show proof of custody of the children.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Valid ID
✓ Proof of custody of your children (families)
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Valid ID
✓ Proof of custody of your children (families)
City of Refuge – Eden Village (women and kids)
City of Refuge · City of Atlanta
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Bridge housing with case management for single women and mothers with children on Atlanta’s Westside. Beds open up as space allows.
How to get it · Call 404-874-2241. If you get voicemail, leave your name, a callback number, what you need, and whether children need housing too. Callbacks can take up to 48 hours. Or email housing@cityofrefugeatl.org. If full, call 211.
Who it’s for · Single women and women with children who are homeless. Boys can stay with their mother if they are 14 or younger.
Bridge housing with case management for single women and mothers with children on Atlanta’s Westside. Beds open up as space allows.
How to get it · Call 404-874-2241. If you get voicemail, leave your name, a callback number, what you need, and whether children need housing too. Callbacks can take up to 48 hours. Or email housing@cityofrefugeatl.org. If full, call 211.
Who it’s for · Single women and women with children who are homeless. Boys can stay with their mother if they are 14 or younger.
Zaban Paradies Center (shelter for couples)
Zaban Paradies Center · City of Atlanta
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Shelter and support for couples facing homelessness who want to stay together. Also helps with move-in costs and with keeping your housing.
How to get it · Fill out the Couples Shelter Help Form at zabanparadiescenter.org (Get Help), or call 404-872-2915. Office: 1605 Peachtree St NE, 2nd Floor, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · Couples who are homeless. Other forms are for people who need move-in help or are about to lose their housing.
Shelter and support for couples facing homelessness who want to stay together. Also helps with move-in costs and with keeping your housing.
How to get it · Fill out the Couples Shelter Help Form at zabanparadiescenter.org (Get Help), or call 404-872-2915. Office: 1605 Peachtree St NE, 2nd Floor, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · Couples who are homeless. Other forms are for people who need move-in help or are about to lose their housing.
Nicholas House (family shelter, by referral)
Nicholas House · Metro Atlanta
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Shelter and housing programs for families with children. No walk-ins and no wait list: you get in through your county’s Coordinated Entry assessment.
How to get it · Atlanta: go to Gateway Center, 275 Pryor St, Mon–Fri 9–4 (first come, first served; no phone assessments). DeKalb: 404-687-3500. South Fulton: 404-612-0137 or 404-612-0720. North Fulton: 770-640-0399. Nicholas House: 404-622-0793.
Who it’s for · Homeless families with custody of at least one child, in the City of Atlanta, DeKalb County, or Fulton County.
Shelter and housing programs for families with children. No walk-ins and no wait list: you get in through your county’s Coordinated Entry assessment.
How to get it · Atlanta: go to Gateway Center, 275 Pryor St, Mon–Fri 9–4 (first come, first served; no phone assessments). DeKalb: 404-687-3500. South Fulton: 404-612-0137 or 404-612-0720. North Fulton: 770-640-0399. Nicholas House: 404-622-0793.
Who it’s for · Homeless families with custody of at least one child, in the City of Atlanta, DeKalb County, or Fulton County.
The Drake House (moms with kids, North Fulton)
The Drake House · Fulton County
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Crisis and transitional housing for single mothers and their children who are homeless in North Fulton, with coaching and support to get back on your feet.
How to get it · Apply online at thedrakehouse.org (Get Help Here), or call 770-587-4712. Email: info@thedrakehouse.org.
Who it’s for · Single mothers with children who are experiencing homelessness in North Fulton.
Crisis and transitional housing for single mothers and their children who are homeless in North Fulton, with coaching and support to get back on your feet.
How to get it · Apply online at thedrakehouse.org (Get Help Here), or call 770-587-4712. Email: info@thedrakehouse.org.
Who it’s for · Single mothers with children who are experiencing homelessness in North Fulton.
Calvary Refuge Center shelter
Calvary Refuge · Metro Atlanta
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Shelter for individuals and families for up to 21 days, with 3 meals a day, case management, MARTA passes, and job and housing help.
How to get it · Call 404-361-5309, Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., for a phone screening and a spot on the intake list. Please don’t stop by to check for beds.
Who it’s for · Individuals and families from metro Atlanta. You need a Georgia photo ID and must pass a sex-offender check. No pets.
Shelter for individuals and families for up to 21 days, with 3 meals a day, case management, MARTA passes, and job and housing help.
How to get it · Call 404-361-5309, Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., for a phone screening and a spot on the intake list. Please don’t stop by to check for beds.
Who it’s for · Individuals and families from metro Atlanta. You need a Georgia photo ID and must pass a sex-offender check. No pets.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Georgia photo ID
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Georgia photo ID
MUST Ministries Hope House shelter (Cobb)
MUST Ministries · Cobb County
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Shelter in Marietta that helps with food, clothing, and a safe place to stay, plus help with next steps.
How to get it · Go to 1297 Bells Ferry Rd., Marietta. Intake is Mon–Fri, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., first come, first served. Call 678-218-4531.
Who it’s for · You need a photo ID. Children need a Social Security card or birth certificate. You must follow house rules.
Shelter in Marietta that helps with food, clothing, and a safe place to stay, plus help with next steps.
How to get it · Go to 1297 Bells Ferry Rd., Marietta. Intake is Mon–Fri, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., first come, first served. Call 678-218-4531.
Who it’s for · You need a photo ID. Children need a Social Security card or birth certificate. You must follow house rules.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Photo ID
✓ Social Security card or birth certificate for each child
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Photo ID
✓ Social Security card or birth certificate for each child
Family Promise of Gwinnett County
Family Promise of Gwinnett · Gwinnett County
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Short-term housing and support (Promise Haven) for families with children in Gwinnett who are losing their housing.
How to get it · Call 678-376-8950 or email info@familypromisegwinnett.org. Office: 3495-B Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville. Mon–Fri 9:30–4:30.
Who it’s for · Families with children in Gwinnett County facing housing instability.
Short-term housing and support (Promise Haven) for families with children in Gwinnett who are losing their housing.
How to get it · Call 678-376-8950 or email info@familypromisegwinnett.org. Office: 3495-B Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville. Mon–Fri 9:30–4:30.
Who it’s for · Families with children in Gwinnett County facing housing instability.
Covenant House Georgia (ages 18–24)
Covenant House Georgia · Metro Atlanta
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Shelter and support for young adults who are homeless or escaping trafficking: meals, health care, job help, and a case manager.
How to get it · Call the youth line at 404-713-0954. Covenant House is at 1559 Johnson Rd. NW, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · Young people ages 18 to 24.
Shelter and support for young adults who are homeless or escaping trafficking: meals, health care, job help, and a case manager.
How to get it · Call the youth line at 404-713-0954. Covenant House is at 1559 Johnson Rd. NW, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · Young people ages 18 to 24.
Lost-n-Found Youth (LGBTQ+ ages 18–25)
Lost-n-Found Youth · Metro Atlanta
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Help for LGBTQ+ young adults who are homeless: a support line open 24/7, a Youth Center, and emergency and transitional housing.
How to get it · Call the youth support line, 678-856-7824 ext. 201, any time, day or night. Or go to the Youth Center at 2585 Chantilly Dr NE, Atlanta. Open Mon–Sat 10–5 and Sun 10–3.
Who it’s for · LGBTQ+ youth ages 18 to 25 who are homeless or in crisis.
Help for LGBTQ+ young adults who are homeless: a support line open 24/7, a Youth Center, and emergency and transitional housing.
How to get it · Call the youth support line, 678-856-7824 ext. 201, any time, day or night. Or go to the Youth Center at 2585 Chantilly Dr NE, Atlanta. Open Mon–Sat 10–5 and Sun 10–3.
Who it’s for · LGBTQ+ youth ages 18 to 25 who are homeless or in crisis.
Homeless help by county
Gateway Center housing help (Coordinated Entry)
Gateway Center · Fulton County
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A worker checks your situation and links you to shelter or housing. For people who are homeless in Atlanta or Fulton County.
How to get it · Go to 275 Pryor St. SW. Sign-up starts at 7 a.m., Mon–Fri (closed the 4th Friday of the month). Or call 404-215-6600.
Who it’s for · People who are homeless in the City of Atlanta or Fulton County. North and South Fulton have their own sites.
A worker checks your situation and links you to shelter or housing. For people who are homeless in Atlanta or Fulton County.
How to get it · Go to 275 Pryor St. SW. Sign-up starts at 7 a.m., Mon–Fri (closed the 4th Friday of the month). Or call 404-215-6600.
Who it’s for · People who are homeless in the City of Atlanta or Fulton County. North and South Fulton have their own sites.
DeKalb County Coordinated Entry
DeKalb County
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One phone line for people in DeKalb who are homeless or about to be. Staff check your needs and connect you with groups that can help.
How to get it · Call DeKalb Coordinated Entry at 404-687-3500 to be screened and referred.
Who it’s for · People in DeKalb County who are homeless or at risk. Each program has its own rules. Money help depends on funding.
One phone line for people in DeKalb who are homeless or about to be. Staff check your needs and connect you with groups that can help.
How to get it · Call DeKalb Coordinated Entry at 404-687-3500 to be screened and referred.
Who it’s for · People in DeKalb County who are homeless or at risk. Each program has its own rules. Money help depends on funding.
Cobb County housing help for people who are homeless
Cobb Homeless Alliance · Cobb County
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A phone check-in that can put you on the list for permanent housing programs in Cobb County. It does not place people in shelters.
How to get it · Call one: Center for Family Resources, 770-428-2601 (Mon–Fri 8:30–4:30), or MUST Ministries, 470-334-8481 (Mon–Fri 9–2).
Who it’s for · People who live in Cobb (or have for 2 months) and are homeless now: outside, in a car, a shelter, or a charity-paid hotel.
A phone check-in that can put you on the list for permanent housing programs in Cobb County. It does not place people in shelters.
How to get it · Call one: Center for Family Resources, 770-428-2601 (Mon–Fri 8:30–4:30), or MUST Ministries, 470-334-8481 (Mon–Fri 9–2).
Who it’s for · People who live in Cobb (or have for 2 months) and are homeless now: outside, in a car, a shelter, or a charity-paid hotel.
Gwinnett homeless help (Coordinated Entry)
Latin American Association · Gwinnett County
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Gwinnett’s main door for homeless help. A housing worker checks your needs and refers you to shelter or housing programs.
How to get it · Call 770-847-6765, fill out the pre-screen form online, or walk in at 5320 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross (Mon–Thu 9–4, Fri 9–3).
Who it’s for · You usually need proof you live in Gwinnett. Shelter is only for people who meet the federal meaning of homeless.
Gwinnett’s main door for homeless help. A housing worker checks your needs and refers you to shelter or housing programs.
How to get it · Call 770-847-6765, fill out the pre-screen form online, or walk in at 5320 Jimmy Carter Blvd., Norcross (Mon–Thu 9–4, Fri 9–3).
Who it’s for · You usually need proof you live in Gwinnett. Shelter is only for people who meet the federal meaning of homeless.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Proof you live in Gwinnett County
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Proof you live in Gwinnett County
SafeHouse Outreach (downtown walk-in help)
SafeHouse Outreach · City of Atlanta
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Downtown center for people who are homeless. Walk in for help getting IDs, birth certificates and Social Security cards, finding housing, meals, and job training.
How to get it · Walk in at 89 Ellis St NE, Atlanta (downtown), or call 404-523-2221. Applications for money help must be done in person.
Who it’s for · People who are homeless or unsheltered in Atlanta.
Downtown center for people who are homeless. Walk in for help getting IDs, birth certificates and Social Security cards, finding housing, meals, and job training.
How to get it · Walk in at 89 Ellis St NE, Atlanta (downtown), or call 404-523-2221. Applications for money help must be done in person.
Who it’s for · People who are homeless or unsheltered in Atlanta.
Help paying rent
Help paying rent
United Way 211 · Metro Atlanta
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211 can connect you with rent help near you.
How to get it · Call 211 and say you’re behind on rent.
211 can connect you with rent help near you.
How to get it · Call 211 and say you’re behind on rent.
ARCHI rent and utility help application
ARCHI (Atlanta Regional Collaborative for Health Improvement) · Metro Atlanta
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One short online form for help with rent, mortgage, or utility bills. It sends your request to a partner group near you.
How to get it · Fill out the 6-minute form online at archicollaborative.org. No papers needed to start. Expect a reply in 2–4 weeks.
Who it’s for · Funds are limited. Your request ends after 2 weeks if no group can help. ARCHI never asks you for money.
One short online form for help with rent, mortgage, or utility bills. It sends your request to a partner group near you.
How to get it · Fill out the 6-minute form online at archicollaborative.org. No papers needed to start. Expect a reply in 2–4 weeks.
Who it’s for · Funds are limited. Your request ends after 2 weeks if no group can help. ARCHI never asks you for money.
St. Vincent de Paul Georgia help line
St. Vincent de Paul Georgia · All of Georgia
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Local volunteers may help with food, rent or utility bills when funds allow. Many of their groups run pantries where you pick your own food.
How to get it · Call the Assistance Line at 678-892-6163 and enter your ZIP code to reach the group near you. Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
Local volunteers may help with food, rent or utility bills when funds allow. Many of their groups run pantries where you pick your own food.
How to get it · Call the Assistance Line at 678-892-6163 and enter your ZIP code to reach the group near you. Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–4 p.m.
HOPE Atlanta
HOPE Atlanta · Metro Atlanta
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Help for people who are homeless or being evicted. May include rent help, a case manager, and links to shelters.
How to get it · Call the intake line at 404-817-7070, Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Who it’s for · You must be homeless or facing eviction, with income at or below 80% of the area’s median income. Help is not guaranteed.
Help for people who are homeless or being evicted. May include rent help, a case manager, and links to shelters.
How to get it · Call the intake line at 404-817-7070, Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Who it’s for · You must be homeless or facing eviction, with income at or below 80% of the area’s median income. Help is not guaranteed.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Government-issued ID
✓ Birth certificate
✓ Social Security card
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Government-issued ID
✓ Birth certificate
✓ Social Security card
Project SHARE emergency bill help
The Salvation Army · Metro Atlanta
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Emergency help with a power, gas or water bill, or some rent, during a short-term crisis. Up to $500 a year, paid to the company.
How to get it · In metro Atlanta, call The Salvation Army at 404-486-2888 or apply at SAhelp.org. Apply in the county where you live.
Who it’s for · For households in a short-term money crisis. Each case is reviewed. Up to $500 per household in 12 months. No deposits.
Emergency help with a power, gas or water bill, or some rent, during a short-term crisis. Up to $500 a year, paid to the company.
How to get it · In metro Atlanta, call The Salvation Army at 404-486-2888 or apply at SAhelp.org. Apply in the county where you live.
Who it’s for · For households in a short-term money crisis. Each case is reviewed. Up to $500 per household in 12 months. No deposits.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Photo ID
✓ Proof you live in the county
✓ Proof of income or lost income
✓ Your current bill
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Photo ID
✓ Proof you live in the county
✓ Proof of income or lost income
✓ Your current bill
BCM Georgia emergency rent and utility help
BCM Georgia · Fulton County
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One-time help with past-due rent, mortgage, or utilities for working families in Fulton County or Atlanta with a child in public school.
How to get it · Apply online at bcmgeorgia.org (Get Help) with digital copies of your ID, lease, rent ledger, utility bill, school enrollment, income, and proof of the emergency. You get an email in 48 hours. No walk-ins. Email: EmergencyAssistance@bcmgeorgia.org
Who it’s for · Fulton County or Atlanta families with a school-age child in Fulton or Atlanta Public Schools, a lease or mortgage in their name, and a job now or in the last 12 months.
One-time help with past-due rent, mortgage, or utilities for working families in Fulton County or Atlanta with a child in public school.
How to get it · Apply online at bcmgeorgia.org (Get Help) with digital copies of your ID, lease, rent ledger, utility bill, school enrollment, income, and proof of the emergency. You get an email in 48 hours. No walk-ins. Email: EmergencyAssistance@bcmgeorgia.org
Who it’s for · Fulton County or Atlanta families with a school-age child in Fulton or Atlanta Public Schools, a lease or mortgage in their name, and a job now or in the last 12 months.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Photo ID
✓ Signed lease or mortgage statement
✓ Rent ledger and utility bill
✓ Proof of school enrollment and income
✓ Proof of the emergency
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Photo ID
✓ Signed lease or mortgage statement
✓ Rent ledger and utility bill
✓ Proof of school enrollment and income
✓ Proof of the emergency
Center for Family Resources rent help (Cobb)
Center for Family Resources · Cobb County
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Help paying past-due rent or utilities for Cobb families with children in a short-term crisis, plus a case manager to help you stay stable.
How to get it · Call 770-428-2601 or email info@thecfr.org. Office: 400 Franklin Gateway SE, Suite 250, Marietta.
Who it’s for · Households with dependent children in Cobb County facing a temporary hardship. Help depends on available funds.
Help paying past-due rent or utilities for Cobb families with children in a short-term crisis, plus a case manager to help you stay stable.
How to get it · Call 770-428-2601 or email info@thecfr.org. Office: 400 Franklin Gateway SE, Suite 250, Marietta.
Who it’s for · Households with dependent children in Cobb County facing a temporary hardship. Help depends on available funds.
NFCC rent, mortgage and utility help (North Fulton)
North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) · Fulton County
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If you live in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park or Roswell and hit a crisis, NFCC may pay toward your rent, mortgage or utility bill, with a case manager to help you plan.
How to get it · Fill out the online interest form (tfaforms.com/5116738). If you look eligible, NFCC emails you to upload documents, then schedules an in-person visit at the Barbara Duffy Center, 11275 Elkins Rd, Roswell. Mon-Fri 9-5. Questions: 770-640-0399.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you live in ZIP 30004, 30005, 30009, 30022, 30024, 30075, 30076 or 30097 (Fulton side). Not for people in subsidized housing or with a housing voucher, and no hotel help. Decided case by case.
If you live in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park or Roswell and hit a crisis, NFCC may pay toward your rent, mortgage or utility bill, with a case manager to help you plan.
How to get it · Fill out the online interest form (tfaforms.com/5116738). If you look eligible, NFCC emails you to upload documents, then schedules an in-person visit at the Barbara Duffy Center, 11275 Elkins Rd, Roswell. Mon-Fri 9-5. Questions: 770-640-0399.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you live in ZIP 30004, 30005, 30009, 30022, 30024, 30075, 30076 or 30097 (Fulton side). Not for people in subsidized housing or with a housing voucher, and no hotel help. Decided case by case.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ proof of residency, photo ID, proof of the emergency, proof of income, bank statements for the last 30 days, documents for each child in the home
WHAT TO BRING
✓ proof of residency, photo ID, proof of the emergency, proof of income, bank statements for the last 30 days, documents for each child in the home
Salvation Army emergency rent and utility help (by county)
The Salvation Army Metro Atlanta
⚠ Confirm before you go
The Salvation Army's Financial Emergency Services Centers may help with rent, mortgage and utility bills, plus food, clothing, prescriptions and transportation, so you can stay housed. Help is based on an assessment of your situation.
How to get it · Call 404-486-2888 to schedule an appointment at the center for your county: Fulton (469 Marietta St NW, Atlanta), DeKalb (3500 Sherrydale Ln, Decatur), Cobb/Douglas (202 Waterman St SE, Marietta), Gwinnett (3455 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville), Clayton/Fayette (130 Spring St, Jonesboro). The Gwinnett page also says apply online at SAhelp.org.
Who it’s for · Anyone in a financial crisis in metro Atlanta may ask; the page lists no income limit. Each person's needs are assessed.
The Salvation Army's Financial Emergency Services Centers may help with rent, mortgage and utility bills, plus food, clothing, prescriptions and transportation, so you can stay housed. Help is based on an assessment of your situation.
How to get it · Call 404-486-2888 to schedule an appointment at the center for your county: Fulton (469 Marietta St NW, Atlanta), DeKalb (3500 Sherrydale Ln, Decatur), Cobb/Douglas (202 Waterman St SE, Marietta), Gwinnett (3455 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville), Clayton/Fayette (130 Spring St, Jonesboro). The Gwinnett page also says apply online at SAhelp.org.
Who it’s for · Anyone in a financial crisis in metro Atlanta may ask; the page lists no income limit. Each person's needs are assessed.
Facing eviction
Housing Court Assistance Center (Fulton eviction help)
Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation (AVLF) · Fulton County
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Free walk-in legal help at the courthouse if you got eviction papers in Fulton County. Learn your rights and how to answer.
How to get it · Walk in to the Fulton County Courthouse, Room TG-100: Mon–Wed 9 a.m.–noon, Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. No appointment needed. Or call 404-521-0790.
Who it’s for · Tenants facing eviction in Fulton County. You have only 7 days after you’re served to file an Answer, so go right away.
Free walk-in legal help at the courthouse if you got eviction papers in Fulton County. Learn your rights and how to answer.
How to get it · Walk in to the Fulton County Courthouse, Room TG-100: Mon–Wed 9 a.m.–noon, Fri 9 a.m.–4 p.m. No appointment needed. Or call 404-521-0790.
Who it’s for · Tenants facing eviction in Fulton County. You have only 7 days after you’re served to file an Answer, so go right away.
AVLF free help for tenants
Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation (AVLF) · Fulton County
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Free lawyers for tenants with problems like eviction, bad repairs, deposits not returned, or illegal evictions.
How to get it · Call 404-521-0790, Mon–Thu, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., or fill out the housing form at avlf.org/housingintake.
Who it’s for · Tenants in Fulton or Clayton County with household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.
Free lawyers for tenants with problems like eviction, bad repairs, deposits not returned, or illegal evictions.
How to get it · Call 404-521-0790, Mon–Thu, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., or fill out the housing form at avlf.org/housingintake.
Who it’s for · Tenants in Fulton or Clayton County with household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.
Atlanta Legal Aid Society
Atlanta Legal Aid Society · Metro Atlanta
⚠ Confirm before you go
Free legal help with eviction, benefits and family issues.
How to get it · Apply online at atlantalegalaid.org or call your county office: Fulton 404-524-5811, Clayton 404-669-0233, Cobb 770-528-2565, DeKalb 404-377-0701, Gwinnett 678-376-4545. Spanish: 404-377-5381. Court date in the next 14 days? Call, don’t apply online.
Who it’s for · People with low income who can’t afford a lawyer, mainly in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton and Gwinnett. No help with traffic tickets, criminal cases, workers’ comp, personal injury or rent money.
Free legal help with eviction, benefits and family issues.
How to get it · Apply online at atlantalegalaid.org or call your county office: Fulton 404-524-5811, Clayton 404-669-0233, Cobb 770-528-2565, DeKalb 404-377-0701, Gwinnett 678-376-4545. Spanish: 404-377-5381. Court date in the next 14 days? Call, don’t apply online.
Who it’s for · People with low income who can’t afford a lawyer, mainly in Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton and Gwinnett. No help with traffic tickets, criminal cases, workers’ comp, personal injury or rent money.
Free eviction mediation at Cobb Magistrate Court
Cobb County Magistrate Court
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If your landlord files an eviction (dispossessory) case in Cobb, you and the landlord can meet with a trained neutral mediator to work out a deal, such as a payment plan or move-out date, instead of a trial. There is no extra cost.
How to get it · Both sides must agree. Ask the Mediation Office at 770-528-2395 (contact section lists 770-528-3074) to schedule. Sessions run Mon-Fri 8:30am-2:30pm.
Who it’s for · Anyone with a small claims or eviction case in Cobb Magistrate Court. The mediator cannot decide the case for you.
If your landlord files an eviction (dispossessory) case in Cobb, you and the landlord can meet with a trained neutral mediator to work out a deal, such as a payment plan or move-out date, instead of a trial. There is no extra cost.
How to get it · Both sides must agree. Ask the Mediation Office at 770-528-2395 (contact section lists 770-528-3074) to schedule. Sessions run Mon-Fri 8:30am-2:30pm.
Who it’s for · Anyone with a small claims or eviction case in Cobb Magistrate Court. The mediator cannot decide the case for you.
Finding a home
Atlanta Housing (housing authority)
Atlanta Housing · City of Atlanta
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The City of Atlanta’s housing authority. It runs rent help programs and lower-cost apartments for people with limited income.
How to get it · Call 404-892-4700 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.) or use the portal at my.atlantahousing.org. Each apartment community keeps its own waiting list.
Who it’s for · Income must be under federal limits. One household member must be a citizen or eligible immigrant. Background check and work rules apply.
The City of Atlanta’s housing authority. It runs rent help programs and lower-cost apartments for people with limited income.
How to get it · Call 404-892-4700 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.) or use the portal at my.atlantahousing.org. Each apartment community keeps its own waiting list.
Who it’s for · Income must be under federal limits. One household member must be a citizen or eligible immigrant. Background check and work rules apply.
Housing Authority of DeKalb County (vouchers)
Housing Authority of DeKalb County
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DeKalb’s housing authority. The Section 8 voucher waiting list is closed. Waiting lists for set-aside apartments (project-based vouchers) are open online.
How to get it · Apply online at dekalbhousing.org during an open period. A new list for seniors 55+ at Edmund Doraville opens Nov 20, 2026. Questions: 404-270-2500. Office: 246 Sycamore St, Suite 140, Decatur. Mon–Thu 8–4, Fri 8–12.
Who it’s for · Low-income people in DeKalb County. Some lists are for seniors 62+ or 55+; others are for families.
DeKalb’s housing authority. The Section 8 voucher waiting list is closed. Waiting lists for set-aside apartments (project-based vouchers) are open online.
How to get it · Apply online at dekalbhousing.org during an open period. A new list for seniors 55+ at Edmund Doraville opens Nov 20, 2026. Questions: 404-270-2500. Office: 246 Sycamore St, Suite 140, Decatur. Mon–Thu 8–4, Fri 8–12.
Who it’s for · Low-income people in DeKalb County. Some lists are for seniors 62+ or 55+; others are for families.
Housing Authority of Fulton County
Housing Authority of Fulton County
⚠ Confirm before you go
Runs Section 8 vouchers for Fulton County outside the City of Atlanta. The website does not say if the voucher waiting list is open. Call to ask and watch for openings.
How to get it · Call 404-588-4950 or check hafc.org for waiting list news. Sign-ups happen online at myhousing.hafc.org when a list opens. Office: 4273 Wendell Dr SW, Atlanta. Mon–Thu 8:30–5:30, Fri 8:30–12:30.
Who it’s for · Low-income people in Fulton County outside the City of Atlanta (Atlanta has its own housing authority).
Runs Section 8 vouchers for Fulton County outside the City of Atlanta. The website does not say if the voucher waiting list is open. Call to ask and watch for openings.
How to get it · Call 404-588-4950 or check hafc.org for waiting list news. Sign-ups happen online at myhousing.hafc.org when a list opens. Office: 4273 Wendell Dr SW, Atlanta. Mon–Thu 8:30–5:30, Fri 8:30–12:30.
Who it’s for · Low-income people in Fulton County outside the City of Atlanta (Atlanta has its own housing authority).
Marietta Housing Authority (vouchers)
Marietta Housing Authority · Cobb County
⚠ Confirm before you go
Runs Section 8 vouchers and affordable apartments in the Marietta area. The website does not say if the waiting list is open. It does not give emergency housing.
How to get it · Call 770-419-3200 or 470-694-6164, or check your status in the applicant portal at mariettahousingauthority.org. Office: 95 Cole St, Marietta. Mon–Fri 9–4. For a bed tonight, call 211 instead.
Who it’s for · Low-income people and families who want a voucher or affordable apartment through Marietta’s housing authority.
Runs Section 8 vouchers and affordable apartments in the Marietta area. The website does not say if the waiting list is open. It does not give emergency housing.
How to get it · Call 770-419-3200 or 470-694-6164, or check your status in the applicant portal at mariettahousingauthority.org. Office: 95 Cole St, Marietta. Mon–Fri 9–4. For a bed tonight, call 211 instead.
Who it’s for · Low-income people and families who want a voucher or affordable apartment through Marietta’s housing authority.
East Point Housing Authority
East Point Housing Authority · Fulton County
⚠ Confirm before you go
Runs public housing and Section 8 vouchers in East Point. Both waiting lists are closed right now.
How to get it · Both waiting lists are closed as of Nov 2026. Check eastpointha.org often for news of an opening. Questions: call 404-768-0078. Office: 3056 Norman Berry Dr, East Point. Mon–Thu 7:30–5:30.
Who it’s for · Low-income people and families in the East Point area.
Runs public housing and Section 8 vouchers in East Point. Both waiting lists are closed right now.
How to get it · Both waiting lists are closed as of Nov 2026. Check eastpointha.org often for news of an opening. Questions: call 404-768-0078. Office: 3056 Norman Berry Dr, East Point. Mon–Thu 7:30–5:30.
Who it’s for · Low-income people and families in the East Point area.
Georgia Housing Search
State of Georgia (DCA) · All of Georgia
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A website to search for rentals across Georgia, including affordable and accessible homes. You can call for help.
How to get it · Search at georgiahousingsearch.org by city, county, or ZIP code. Or call toll-free 1-877-428-8844, Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
A website to search for rentals across Georgia, including affordable and accessible homes. You can call for help.
How to get it · Search at georgiahousingsearch.org by city, county, or ZIP code. Or call toll-free 1-877-428-8844, Mon–Fri, 9 a.m.–8 p.m.
Georgia Works (paid work and housing for homeless men)
Georgia Works · City of Atlanta
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A live-in program for men who are homeless: a place to stay for six months to a year, paid work, case management, GED classes, and help getting a driver’s license and bank account.
How to get it · Go to New Client Orientation at 10 am any day at 250 Auburn Ave, Atlanta, GA 30303, or call 404-215-6612 first.
Who it’s for · Men who are chronically homeless. You must stay drug- and alcohol-free while in the program.
A live-in program for men who are homeless: a place to stay for six months to a year, paid work, case management, GED classes, and help getting a driver’s license and bank account.
How to get it · Go to New Client Orientation at 10 am any day at 250 Auburn Ave, Atlanta, GA 30303, or call 404-215-6612 first.
Who it’s for · Men who are chronically homeless. You must stay drug- and alcohol-free while in the program.
CHRIS 180 youth housing and drop-in (ages 17–24)
CHRIS 180 · Metro Atlanta
⚠ Confirm before you go
Housing help for young adults 17 to 24: The SPOT daytime drop-in center for basic needs and case management, and Summit Trail apartments with on-site support.
How to get it · Fill out the ‘Need Housing Support?’ form at chris180.org, or call 404-486-9034 or 1-800-896-4106. Office: 1030 Fayetteville Rd, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · Young adults ages 17 to 24 who are homeless or at risk of losing their housing.
Housing help for young adults 17 to 24: The SPOT daytime drop-in center for basic needs and case management, and Summit Trail apartments with on-site support.
How to get it · Fill out the ‘Need Housing Support?’ form at chris180.org, or call 404-486-9034 or 1-800-896-4106. Office: 1030 Fayetteville Rd, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · Young adults ages 17 to 24 who are homeless or at risk of losing their housing.
Reentry Partnership Housing: a place to live after prison
Georgia Department of Community Supervision (with DCA) · All of Georgia
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Short-term housing and food with an approved provider for people on Georgia parole or probation who have no valid place to live. The State pays the provider directly; you pay nothing for the stay.
How to get it · Tell your Community Supervision Officer you are homeless or about to be; only your officer, prison or jail case manager, or accountability court staff can submit the request, and they can start it before release. Family cannot apply for you. DCS: 678-783-4337.
Who it’s for · People on active Georgia state parole or probation with DCS and no residence plan, or active members of a felony drug, mental health, veterans or family treatment court. Not for federal, out-of-state, misdemeanor or private probation. Sex offenders only if Level 1 or 2.
Short-term housing and food with an approved provider for people on Georgia parole or probation who have no valid place to live. The State pays the provider directly; you pay nothing for the stay.
How to get it · Tell your Community Supervision Officer you are homeless or about to be; only your officer, prison or jail case manager, or accountability court staff can submit the request, and they can start it before release. Family cannot apply for you. DCS: 678-783-4337.
Who it’s for · People on active Georgia state parole or probation with DCS and no residence plan, or active members of a felony drug, mental health, veterans or family treatment court. Not for federal, out-of-state, misdemeanor or private probation. Sex offenders only if Level 1 or 2.
Furniture and household items
Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta
Furniture Bank of Metro Atlanta
⚠ Confirm before you go
Free furniture and household goods for people moving out of homelessness, living with HIV/AIDS, or leaving domestic violence. Referral only.
How to get it · Ask your caseworker or social worker at a partner agency to refer you. No walk-ins. Questions: 404-355-8530 or info@furniturebankatlanta.org. 2179 Bouldercrest Rd SE, Atlanta. Mon–Thu 8–4, Fri 8–2.
Who it’s for · People with a caseworker who are moving into housing after homelessness, living with HIV/AIDS, or fleeing domestic violence.
Free furniture and household goods for people moving out of homelessness, living with HIV/AIDS, or leaving domestic violence. Referral only.
How to get it · Ask your caseworker or social worker at a partner agency to refer you. No walk-ins. Questions: 404-355-8530 or info@furniturebankatlanta.org. 2179 Bouldercrest Rd SE, Atlanta. Mon–Thu 8–4, Fri 8–2.
Who it’s for · People with a caseworker who are moving into housing after homelessness, living with HIV/AIDS, or fleeing domestic violence.
MUST Ministries clothing closet (Cobb)
MUST Ministries · Cobb County
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New and gently used clothing, food, and help from staff at MUST’s client service centers in Cobb.
How to get it · Go to Client Services, Mon–Fri 10–2: 1260 Cobb Pkwy N, Marietta (770-427-9862) or 460 Pat Mell Rd, Smyrna (770-436-9514). Meet with staff when you arrive.
Who it’s for · Anyone in need. Bring ID for everyone getting services and proof of your current address.
New and gently used clothing, food, and help from staff at MUST’s client service centers in Cobb.
How to get it · Go to Client Services, Mon–Fri 10–2: 1260 Cobb Pkwy N, Marietta (770-427-9862) or 460 Pat Mell Rd, Smyrna (770-436-9514). Meet with staff when you arrive.
Who it’s for · Anyone in need. Bring ID for everyone getting services and proof of your current address.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Photo ID for everyone getting services
✓ Proof of current address
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Photo ID for everyone getting services
✓ Proof of current address
Veterans
VA National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) · Nationwide
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Free, confidential line open 24/7 for veterans who are homeless or about to be. Trained staff connect you to your nearest VA for housing help.
How to get it · Call 1-877-424-3838 (1-877-4AID-VET) any time, or chat online at va.gov/homeless.
Who it’s for · Veterans who are homeless or at immediate risk of losing their housing.
Free, confidential line open 24/7 for veterans who are homeless or about to be. Trained staff connect you to your nearest VA for housing help.
How to get it · Call 1-877-424-3838 (1-877-4AID-VET) any time, or chat online at va.gov/homeless.
Who it’s for · Veterans who are homeless or at immediate risk of losing their housing.
HOPE Atlanta veterans housing help
HOPE Atlanta · Metro Atlanta
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Housing help just for veterans: outreach, case management, fast re-housing, eviction prevention, and referrals to HUD-VASH vouchers.
How to get it · Call the Veteran Services team at 404-574-1681, or the main intake line at 404-817-7070, Mon–Fri 9–5. Office: 458 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Building B, Terrace Level, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · Veterans who served on active duty and have an honorable discharge, are homeless or about to be, and meet the income limits. You must show proof you are a veteran.
Housing help just for veterans: outreach, case management, fast re-housing, eviction prevention, and referrals to HUD-VASH vouchers.
How to get it · Call the Veteran Services team at 404-574-1681, or the main intake line at 404-817-7070, Mon–Fri 9–5. Office: 458 Ponce de Leon Ave NE, Building B, Terrace Level, Atlanta.
Who it’s for · Veterans who served on active duty and have an honorable discharge, are homeless or about to be, and meet the income limits. You must show proof you are a veteran.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Proof of veteran status
WHAT TO BRING
✓ Proof of veteran status
Veterans Empowerment Organization (VEO)
Veterans Empowerment Organization · City of Atlanta
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Transitional and permanent housing for veterans, with job training and behavioral health support, on Atlanta’s Westside.
How to get it · Call 404-889-8710 or email help@veohero.org. Office: 381 West Lake Ave NW, Atlanta. Hours 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Who it’s for · Veterans in crisis who need housing and support.
Transitional and permanent housing for veterans, with job training and behavioral health support, on Atlanta’s Westside.
How to get it · Call 404-889-8710 or email help@veohero.org. Office: 381 West Lake Ave NW, Atlanta. Hours 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Who it’s for · Veterans in crisis who need housing and support.
Atlanta VA center for homeless veterans (CRRC)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA Atlanta) · Metro Atlanta
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A one-stop walk-in center for veterans who are homeless or about to be: help with housing, medical and mental health care, job help, and VA and non-VA benefits, all in one place.
How to get it · Go to 1701 Hardee Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 (Fort McPherson), Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm, or call 404-230-5683, ext. 397436. Any time: National Call Center for Homeless Veterans 1-877-424-3838.
Who it’s for · Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
A one-stop walk-in center for veterans who are homeless or about to be: help with housing, medical and mental health care, job help, and VA and non-VA benefits, all in one place.
How to get it · Go to 1701 Hardee Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 (Fort McPherson), Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm, or call 404-230-5683, ext. 397436. Any time: National Call Center for Homeless Veterans 1-877-424-3838.
Who it’s for · Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Buying a home
Georgia Dream down payment help ($10,000 to $12,500)
State of Georgia (DCA) · All of Georgia
⚠ Confirm before you go
You may get up to $10,000 toward your down payment and closing costs when you buy a home with a Georgia Dream mortgage. Teachers, nurses and other health workers, police, firefighters and active military (PEN), and families with a member who has a disability (CHOICE), may get up to $12,500. It is a 0% second mortgage with no monthly payment; you pay it back only if you sell, refinance or move out.
How to get it · Take a homebuyer class from a DCA-approved counseling agency, then get pre-approved by a Georgia Dream participating lender. Lender list is on the DCA site or call 1-800-359-4663.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you are a first-time buyer (or have not owned a home in 3 years, or are buying in certain areas), your household income is under $137,555 (1-2 people) or $158,188 (3+ people) in the Atlanta area, the home costs $625,000 or less, and you have no more than $20,000 in savings after closing (or 20% of the price, whichever is more).
You may get up to $10,000 toward your down payment and closing costs when you buy a home with a Georgia Dream mortgage. Teachers, nurses and other health workers, police, firefighters and active military (PEN), and families with a member who has a disability (CHOICE), may get up to $12,500. It is a 0% second mortgage with no monthly payment; you pay it back only if you sell, refinance or move out.
How to get it · Take a homebuyer class from a DCA-approved counseling agency, then get pre-approved by a Georgia Dream participating lender. Lender list is on the DCA site or call 1-800-359-4663.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you are a first-time buyer (or have not owned a home in 3 years, or are buying in certain areas), your household income is under $137,555 (1-2 people) or $158,188 (3+ people) in the Atlanta area, the home costs $625,000 or less, and you have no more than $20,000 in savings after closing (or 20% of the price, whichever is more).
WHAT TO BRING
✓ last 30 days of pay stubs, two years of W-2s, last 60 days of bank statements, two years of tax returns if self-employed, gift letter if using gift money
WHAT TO BRING
✓ last 30 days of pay stubs, two years of W-2s, last 60 days of bank statements, two years of tax returns if self-employed, gift letter if using gift money
Atlanta Housing down payment help ($20,000 to $60,000)
Atlanta Housing · City of Atlanta
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First-time buyers in the City of Atlanta may get up to $20,000 toward a down payment and closing costs. Public safety, health care and education workers, military and veterans, and Atlanta Housing voucher holders may get up to $25,000. A new pilot gives current Atlanta Housing voucher holders up to $60,000. You pay nothing monthly; the help is forgiven if you stay in the home for the affordability period (10 years for the $60,000 pilot).
How to get it · There is no application or waitlist. Get pre-approved by a lender in the Atlanta Housing Lender Network; the lender submits your file. Questions: 404-892-4700 or HomeownershipSvcDevelopment@atlantahousing.org.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you have not owned a home in the past 3 years, your income is at or below 80% of area median income, the home is in the City of Atlanta and costs $375,000 or less, you have lived in Georgia at least 6 months, you have no more than $35,000 in savings, and you finish an 8-hour HUD-approved homebuyer class. The $60,000 pilot is only for current Atlanta Housing voucher participants with a credit score of at least 580 and at least $500 of your own money.
First-time buyers in the City of Atlanta may get up to $20,000 toward a down payment and closing costs. Public safety, health care and education workers, military and veterans, and Atlanta Housing voucher holders may get up to $25,000. A new pilot gives current Atlanta Housing voucher holders up to $60,000. You pay nothing monthly; the help is forgiven if you stay in the home for the affordability period (10 years for the $60,000 pilot).
How to get it · There is no application or waitlist. Get pre-approved by a lender in the Atlanta Housing Lender Network; the lender submits your file. Questions: 404-892-4700 or HomeownershipSvcDevelopment@atlantahousing.org.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you have not owned a home in the past 3 years, your income is at or below 80% of area median income, the home is in the City of Atlanta and costs $375,000 or less, you have lived in Georgia at least 6 months, you have no more than $35,000 in savings, and you finish an 8-hour HUD-approved homebuyer class. The $60,000 pilot is only for current Atlanta Housing voucher participants with a credit score of at least 580 and at least $500 of your own money.
WHAT TO BRING
✓ three years of W-2s and tax returns, three months of pay stubs and bank statements, homebuyer education certificate, proof of Georgia residency
WHAT TO BRING
✓ three years of W-2s and tax returns, three months of pay stubs and bank statements, homebuyer education certificate, proof of Georgia residency
Fulton County Homeownership Program (up to $25,000)
Fulton County Community Development
⚠ Confirm before you go
You may get up to $25,000, based on need, toward your down payment, closing costs or a lower interest rate when you buy a home in Fulton County. It is a 0% second mortgage with no monthly payment; 20% is forgiven each year, so after 5 years in the home you owe nothing.
How to get it · Check the HOP 2026 checklist on the county page, finish HUD-approved housing counseling, then work with a HOP Participating Lender, who applies for you through the county portal. No application fee. Review takes up to 20 days. Questions: 404-285-8609 or DownPayment.Assistance@fultoncountyga.gov.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you are a first-time buyer (or have not owned a home in 3 years), your household income is at or below $66,000 (1 person) up to $124,450 (8 people), and the home costs no more than $347,000 (existing) or $371,000 (new). The page does not say which cities in Fulton are covered; City of Atlanta buyers usually use Atlanta's own programs, so ask.
You may get up to $25,000, based on need, toward your down payment, closing costs or a lower interest rate when you buy a home in Fulton County. It is a 0% second mortgage with no monthly payment; 20% is forgiven each year, so after 5 years in the home you owe nothing.
How to get it · Check the HOP 2026 checklist on the county page, finish HUD-approved housing counseling, then work with a HOP Participating Lender, who applies for you through the county portal. No application fee. Review takes up to 20 days. Questions: 404-285-8609 or DownPayment.Assistance@fultoncountyga.gov.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you are a first-time buyer (or have not owned a home in 3 years), your household income is at or below $66,000 (1 person) up to $124,450 (8 people), and the home costs no more than $347,000 (existing) or $371,000 (new). The page does not say which cities in Fulton are covered; City of Atlanta buyers usually use Atlanta's own programs, so ask.
Invest Atlanta down payment help ($20,000 to $30,000)
Invest Atlanta · City of Atlanta
⚠ Confirm before you go
ATL HomeNOW gives up to $20,000 toward a down payment, closing costs or a lower interest rate on a home anywhere in the City of Atlanta; it is forgiven after 10 years. Near the BeltLine, the BeltLine Mortgage Assistance Program gives up to $30,000 to legacy residents and public servants (teachers, first responders) and up to $20,000 to others. Smaller programs cover Perry Bolton, Vine City and renovation loans.
How to get it · Attend a required 90-minute Q&A session (in person or online), take a homebuyer class with a participating educator, then get a mortgage through a participating lender who adds the Invest Atlanta help. Email kryans@investatlanta.com or fneal@investatlanta.com. 133 Peachtree St NE, Suite 2300.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you buy in the City of Atlanta, have a credit score of at least 620, put in $1,500 of your own money, have no more than $35,000 in savings, and your income is under $99,000 (1 person) to $152,760 (5 people) for ATL HomeNOW. BeltLine homes must be in certain BeltLine tax district areas (use the address lookup).
ATL HomeNOW gives up to $20,000 toward a down payment, closing costs or a lower interest rate on a home anywhere in the City of Atlanta; it is forgiven after 10 years. Near the BeltLine, the BeltLine Mortgage Assistance Program gives up to $30,000 to legacy residents and public servants (teachers, first responders) and up to $20,000 to others. Smaller programs cover Perry Bolton, Vine City and renovation loans.
How to get it · Attend a required 90-minute Q&A session (in person or online), take a homebuyer class with a participating educator, then get a mortgage through a participating lender who adds the Invest Atlanta help. Email kryans@investatlanta.com or fneal@investatlanta.com. 133 Peachtree St NE, Suite 2300.
Who it’s for · You may qualify if you buy in the City of Atlanta, have a credit score of at least 620, put in $1,500 of your own money, have no more than $35,000 in savings, and your income is under $99,000 (1 person) to $152,760 (5 people) for ATL HomeNOW. BeltLine homes must be in certain BeltLine tax district areas (use the address lookup).
Common questions
I have nowhere to sleep tonight. What can I do?
Call 211. In Atlanta or Fulton County, go to Gateway Center to get assessed. Men can try Atlanta Mission's Shepherd's Inn. Women with children can try Restoration House. Ages 18 to 24 can call Covenant House Georgia.
I can't pay my rent this month. Who can help?
Fill out the ARCHI rent and utility help application online. You can also call St. Vincent de Paul Georgia or HOPE Atlanta. Money is limited, so apply early and try more than one place. You can also call 211.
My landlord gave me eviction papers. What now?
Act fast. You usually have only 7 days after you are served to file an Answer. In Fulton County, walk in to the Housing Court Assistance Center. In other metro counties, call Atlanta Legal Aid Society. Outside metro Atlanta, call Georgia Legal Services Program.