Agape Community Center

Atlanta, GA ยท Founded 1997

Empowers underserved families in Northwest Atlanta through youth programs, senior services, and family support

Primary audience
Families and Youth
Work area
Direct Services
Topic
Community Development
Contact
Nell Benn Lcsw
Website Contact

About Organization

Agape Youth and Family Center serves underserved families in Atlanta, Georgia through comprehensive programs for school-age children, senior citizens, and families. Based in Atlanta, GA, the organization operates with 51 employees and 324 volunteers, generating $3.5 million in annual revenue to support its community-focused mission established in 1997.

What They Focus On

Youth Development

Academic support, enrichment activities, and mentorship programs helping school-age children reach their full potential in education and life

Senior Well-being

Services and programs enabling senior citizens to maintain independence, health, and meaningful connections within their community

Family Strengthening

Comprehensive support addressing diverse family needs through case management, resources, and community connections for long-term stability

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$3.5M

+0.9% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$3.9M

+7.5% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$12.8M

-2.9% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

51

-17.7% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $3,523,568 $3,938,445 $12,810,775 51
2023 $3,493,407 $3,664,859 $13,193,168 62
2022 $5,835,919 $3,256,850 $13,302,619 49
2021 $3,588,324 $2,763,857 $10,850,690 47
2020 $3,080,698 $2,527,292 $10,059,282 33
2019 $2,463,773 $2,348,465 $9,280,082 38
2018 $1,896,581 $2,237,653 $9,812,093 41

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Community Assessment

    Identify specific needs of underserved families in Northwest Atlanta through direct engagement

  • 02

    Program Development

    Design responsive services for children, seniors, and families based on community needs

  • 03

    Service Delivery

    Implement programs through dedicated staff and trained volunteers in accessible community spaces

  • 04

    Empowerment Support

    Help families discover and embrace their full potential through ongoing guidance and resources

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Agape Community Center

Youth Programs

School-age programs providing academic support, enrichment activities, and mentorship for children in Northwest Atlanta

Senior Services

Programs and support services designed to help senior citizens maintain independence and community connection

Family Support

Comprehensive services addressing diverse needs of families, including case management and community resources

Outdoor Programming

Local outdoor experiences and community space activities promoting health, recreation, and neighborhood engagement

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Agape Community Center.

Nell Benn Lcsw

Nell Benn Lcsw

Chief Executive Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $245,943
Danielle Boyd

Danielle Boyd

Chief Development Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $127,115
Erin Parker

Erin Parker

Chief Operating Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $116,058
Sainabou Sheffield

Sainabou Sheffield

Sr. Director of Programs & Partnerships
Alan Maxcy

Alan Maxcy

Goodwork Atlanta Consultant Strategy & Outcomes
Amy Kelley

Amy Kelley

Director of Education
Marie Cruzado Jeanneau

Marie Cruzado Jeanneau

Deputy Director of Family Engagement and Outreach
Erly Smith

Erly Smith

Education Outreach Specialist/E. Rivers Elementary
Jasmene Robinson

Jasmene Robinson

Education Outreach Specialist/Scott Elementary
Maxima Galeana

Maxima Galeana

Manager of Academic & Post-secondary Programs
Cristian Vergara

Cristian Vergara

Education Outreach Specialist/ Sutton Middle School
Heather Paige

Heather Paige

Director of High School & Alumni Programs
Hunter Blair

Hunter Blair

Volunteer Coordinator
Saray Cruz Reyes

Saray Cruz Reyes

Youth Program Manager
Shannon Doyle Bell

Shannon Doyle Bell

Communications Manager
Suzanne Deriso

Suzanne Deriso

Donor Relations & Grants Manager
Nichole Alexander-Thornhill

Nichole Alexander-Thornhill

Special Events Manager
Deven Fowles

Deven Fowles

Marketing Manager
Rachel Romo

Rachel Romo

Grant Writer
Danielle Turner

Danielle Turner

Fund Development Manager
William Green

William Green

Corporate Partnerships and Engagement Manager
Serena Ussery

Serena Ussery

Administrative Assistant
Tiffany Lloyd

Tiffany Lloyd

Operations Manager
Summer Emrich

Summer Emrich

Operations Assistant
JM

John Mori

Chairman
1 hrs/week
AD

Alex Diaz

Director
AM

Allyson Maske

Director
AS

Andrea Smith

Director
AT

April Tesmer

Director
BV

Bill Verner

Director
BF

Bonnie Flournoy

Director
BR

Brian Rogers

Director
CC

Caroline Crawford

Director
CT

Chip Thompson

Director
CW

Chip Watson

Director
CJ

Clara Jefferson

Director
DP

Dr Peter Barratt

Director
EA

Elaine Armstrong

Director
FW

Freda Walker

Director
KT

Katherine Trainor

Director
KK

Katie Kittredge

Director
LH

Lacy Hernandez

Director
LP

Lucille Perry

Director
LS

Lucy Strong

Director
MF

Maggie Foster

Director
MS

Malia Sharpe

Director
MC

Maria Claudia Palacios

Director
MM

Martin McLendon

Director
MF

Millar Freeman

Director
NH

Nathan Hines

Director
PA

Paula Andrews

Director
RB

Rachel Byrd

Director
SG

Sharon Gerber

Director
SK

Suja Katarya

Director
YN

Yendelela Neely

Director

Milestones

1997

Organization Founded

1997

Agape Community Center established to serve Northwest Atlanta families

1998

Tax-Exempt Status

1998

Received 501(c)(3) recognition from IRS in December

2022

Peak Revenue Year

2022

Achieved record revenue of $5.8 million with expanded programming

2024

Sustained Growth

2024

Maintained $3.5 million operations with 51 staff and 324 volunteers

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AD
Alex Diaz Director
AM
Allyson Maske Director
AS
Andrea Smith Director
AT
April Tesmer Director
BV
Bill Verner Director
BF
Bonnie Flournoy Director
BR
Brian Rogers Director
CC
Caroline Crawford Director
CT
Chip Thompson Director
CW
Chip Watson Director
CJ
Clara Jefferson Director
DP
Dr Peter Barratt Director
EA
Elaine Armstrong Director
FW
Freda Walker Director
KT
Katherine Trainor Director
KK
Katie Kittredge Director
LH
Lacy Hernandez Director
LP
Lucille Perry Director
LS
Lucy Strong Director
MF
Maggie Foster Director
MS
Malia Sharpe Director
MC
Maria Claudia Palacios Director
MM
Martin McLendon Director
MF
Millar Freeman Director
NH
Nathan Hines Director
PA
Paula Andrews Director
RB
Rachel Byrd Director
SG
Sharon Gerber Director
SK
Suja Katarya Director
YN
Yendelela Neely Director
JM
John Mori Chairman

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$534K

Highest Paid

$268K

Nell Benn LCSW

Compensated Officers

3

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Nell Benn LCSW CEO $245,943 $22,244 $268,187 40
Danielle Boyd Chief DEV Off $127,115 $10,711 $137,826 40
Erin Parker Chief Oper Off $116,058 $11,830 $127,888 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$270K

Total Forgiven

$272K

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

39

Loan Details 3 loans

$205,400
Forgiven
Forgiven: $207,572 100%
Approved Apr 13, 2020
Lender SouthState Bank, National Association
Jobs Reported 27
Forgiven On May 6, 2021
$32,271
Forgiven
Forgiven: $32,468 100%
Approved Feb 23, 2021
Lender Zions Bank, A Division of
Jobs Reported 10
Forgiven On Oct 6, 2021
$32,200
Forgiven
Forgiven: $32,391 100%
Approved Aug 7, 2020
Lender Zions Bank, A Division of
Jobs Reported 2
Forgiven On Mar 16, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$391K Grants Received
16 Organizations

Top Funders

16 total
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$78K
AO
American Online Giving Foundation Inc.
$62K
TW
The Waterfall Foundation Inc.
$50K
SH
Second Helpings Atlanta Inc.
$32K
BR
Buckhead Rotary Foundation Inc.
$25K
TI
THDF II Inc DBA
$20K
NC
Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc.
$19K
JD
Julies Dream Inc.
$19K
IB
Inspire Brands Foundation Inc
$16K
GS
Good Sports Inc.
$13K
+6 more funders
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund American Online Giving Foundation Inc. The Waterfall Foundation Inc. Second Helpings Atlanta Inc. Buckhead Rotary Foundation Inc. THDF II Inc DBA Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc. Julies Dream Inc. Inspire Brands Foundation Inc Good Sports Inc. United Way Of Bergen County Every Student Every Community Inc. Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund Atlanta Braves Foundation Kiwanis Foundation Of Atlanta Inc. The Winston-Salem Foundation
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund American Online Giving Foundation Inc. The Waterfall Foundation Inc. Second Helpings Atlanta Inc. Buckhead Rotary Foundation Inc. THDF II Inc DBA Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc. Julies Dream Inc. Inspire Brands Foundation Inc Good Sports Inc. United Way Of Bergen County Every Student Every Community Inc. Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund Atlanta Braves Foundation Kiwanis Foundation Of Atlanta Inc. The Winston-Salem Foundation

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Contact

Get in touch with Agape Community Center

Phone

(404) 355-1877

Social

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2210 Marietta Blvd NW Atlanta, GA 30318