Atlanta, GA | Thursday, January 1, 2025 — Heartbeats & Hands 540 (HH540) proudly concludes another successful quarter in 2024, with impactful programs and initiatives aligning with our four cornerstone principles: Promote Positive Conscious Citizenship & Social Harmony, Support the Advocacy of Health & Wellness, Support the Wellbeing & Development of Youths, and Provide Support & Empowerment to the Unhoused Population.
This quarter, HH540 executed several initiatives that left a lasting mark on the communities we serve:
Support for Every Color Matters 5K
On October 12, HH540 contributed 18 volunteers who supported race day activities, including setup, hydration stations, and cheer stations. Additionally, the organization donated $500 to Every Color Matters to aid its mission of supporting cancer patients in metro Atlanta.
Warm & Fuzzy Drive
In December, HH540 sponsored the second annual Warm & Fuzzy Drive in Covington, GA, in partnership with Dequanya Williams, her son Ryan Williams, and Young American Christian School. With the help of 13 high school students and their parents, 100 handmade blankets were donated to The Garden of Gethsemane Homeless Shelter (Rainbow Community Shelter). This initiative was supported with a $1,400 investment.
Christmas ProgramsHH540 brought joy to families and youths in need by supporting two Christmas initiatives:
Every Color Matters Home for the Holidays: Purchased Christmas gifts for the three children (ages 3, 7, and 9) of the Reed family. This ECM initiative provided Christmas gifts to families impacted by cancer throughout metro Atlanta. Our support represented a $488 investment
Goshen New Beginnings: Provided Christmas gifts for residents of this independent living program for foster youths aged 17–21 in Canton, GA, supported with a $1,070 investment.
HH540 sponsored the publication of “I Graduated, Now What?” by Deborah Benard, a comprehensive financial literacy guide tailored to young adults. This $4,050 investment aligns with our cornerstone of supporting the wellbeing and development of youths.
Looking ahead, we are proud to announce the upcoming launch of Cole’s Initiative. This program aims to inform and empower youths by providing fundamental principles of financial wellbeing. Through partnerships with foster care agencies and youth educational programs, we plan to distribute "I Graduated, Now What?" to equip the next generation with tools for financial success and independence.
“We are honored to continue creating meaningful impact through initiatives that align with our mission,” said Nicole Hill, Founder and Chair of HH540. “From empowering cancer patients to providing resources for foster youth, we remain committed to uplifting communities through intentional support.”
For more information on Heartbeats & Hands 540 or to join our future initiatives, visit www.hh540.org.
Media Contacts:
Elyse Hill
Board Secretary
Christy Williams
Board Secretary Assistant - Records & Projects Coordinator
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