Project 2: Love Boxes - Atlanta

Working with Homeless at Heart throughout Atlanta, we warmed the hearts of 500 homeless people on Valentine’s Day with boxes of love containing daily essentials and a handwritten note to remind the recipients that they matter.On any given day, there are approximately more than 10,000 people experiencing homelessness in greater Atlanta, as reported by Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 2020 statistics. Common reasons for homelessness include lack of affordable housing and shelter closures, job loss and unemployment, poverty, substance abuse, and mental health issues.

On any given day, there are approximately more than 10,000 people experiencing homelessness in greater Atlanta, as reported by Continuums of Care to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 2020 statistics. Common reasons for homelessness include lack of affordable housing and shelter closures, job loss and unemployment, poverty, substance abuse, and mental health issues.

In response to this ongoing challenge, Homeless at Heart began operating to show this population some love and care. Started by an 11-year-old boy whose heart met God's heart when he saw a homeless mother and child on the street, the organization has a very simple mission - show love to the homeless.   Often overlooked and forgotten, a simple act of kindness can demonstrate to these displaced people that they are “seen and valued”.

What better day to show love than on the day we celebrate love?  Thanks to Homeless at Heart, Valentine's Day has been different for thousands of homeless people.  A simple gift of love in the form of a box filled with daily essentials and a handwritten card has shown them that they are loved.