Department
Community Development
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of the 2026 Community Services Program (CSP) Evaluation Committee’s recommendations in the amount of $5,363,958.00 to the non-profits identified in Attachment “A”. General funding in the amount of $5,363,958.00 for Community Services Program was approved by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners at the January 21, 2026, Second Regular Meeting
(Agenda Item# 26-0032). The contract period runs from January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026. (APPROVED)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
Pursuant to O.C.G.A. § 36-1-19.1, the Board of Commissioners may appropriate money for or the making of any grant or contribution for purely charitable purposes in the form of contracts for services, with "purely charitable purposes" meaning charitable, benevolent, or philanthropic purposes for health, education, social welfare, arts and humanities, or environmental organizations.
Pursuant to Fulton County Code § 1-117, the Board of Commissioners has exclusive jurisdiction and control in directing and controlling all the property of the county, as they may deem expedient, according to law, having the care, management, keeping, collecting, or disbursement, of money belonging to the county, or appropriated for its use, making such rules and regulations for the support of the poor of the county, and for the promotion of health, as are not inconsistent with law, and to exercise such other powers as are granted by law, or are indispensable to their jurisdiction over county matters and county finances.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Health and Human Services
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
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District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
No
Summary & Background
CSP funding will support the delivery of essential community services to Fulton County residents in the areas of: Children and Youth Services; Disabilities; Economic Stability/Poverty; Health and Wellness; Homelessness; Senior Services, and Veterans Housing Programs. General funding in the amount of $5,363,958.00 for Community Services Program was approved by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners at the January 21, 2026, Second Regular Meeting (Agenda Item# 26-0032). The contract period runs from January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026.
Scope of Work: The CSP program is one of the County’s principal avenues for funding social services programs pursuant to the County’s Strategic Plan.
Community Impact: CSP funding will support the delivery of essential community services to Fulton County residents in the areas of: Children and Youth Services; Disabilities; Economic Stability/Poverty; Health and Wellness; Homelessness; Senior Services, and Veterans Housing Programs.
Department Recommendation: Approval of the 2026 Community Services Program (CSP) Evaluation Committee’s recommendations in the amount of $5,363,958.00 to the non-profits identified in Attachment “A”. The contract period runs from January 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026.
Project Implications: The project will expand access to essential services for Fulton County residents by strengthening support systems in key areas such as youth development, disability services, economic stability, health and wellness, homelessness, senior services, and veterans housing. These enhancements will help improve overall community well‑being and increase the availability of critical resources for residents with the greatest needs.
Community Issues/Concerns: The Department of Community Development is not aware of any community issues/concerns regarding the agenda item.
Department Issues/Concerns: There are no Department issues/concerns regarding the agenda item.
Total Contract Value
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This Request: |
$5,363,958.00 |
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100-121-CSG2-1160: General Fund, Community Development, Community Service Grants, Professional Service - $5,363,958