Our Mission

Hands On Georgia is a statewide network that supports innovative volunteer approaches to meeting Georgia’s critical needs through service and civic engagement. 

Statement of Values

	Hands On Georgia believes that volunteering is essential to maintaining a caring and vibrant democratic society.
	Hands On Georgia values every individual's potential to make a difference in the state and believes that volunteers need a range of opportunities to fulfill this potential.
	Hands On Georgia values partnerships and believes that working with individuals, neighborhood groups, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and schools is the most effective way to address our state's needs.
	Hands On Georgia values diversity and believes that serving together creates opportunities for people to appreciate their differences and creates a platform for mutual respect.
	Hands On Georgia values civic engagement and believes that service transforms individuals into active citizens and leaders who take an increasingly greater role in the state.
	Hands On Georgia believes that volunteering and community building are most effective at grassroots and local levels.
	Hands On Georgia believes that both individuals and organizations should be active participants in the debate and discussion around citizen volunteerism and civic engagement.
	Hands On Georgia partners and participants strive to be models for innovative volunteer service, developing entrepreneurial strategies for bridging resources and needs.
	Hands On Georgia partners and participants seek to revitalize Georgia’s communities by offering flexible, creative, individual, and team-based opportunities for “hands-on” service.

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