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2026 Events

Queens of Heart Luncheon/ Fundraiser 

February 11, 2026 

Join us on February 11, 2026, at the Atlanta Country Club for a special ladies' luncheon, celebrating CCYA's all-female Alumni Panel. There will also be a fabulous Valentines Decor Silent Auction, featuring the artwork of local artist and CCYA Program Director, Jamie Hartley. Uniting as Queens of Heart, we will raise funds to support our CCYA female residents so they can thrive beyond our care. To make a donation, click here.

CCYA Board Meeting & CEO Year End Report

March 17, 2026

The March Board Meeting and CEO Year End Report will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 8:00 am to 9:30 am at J. Christopher's restaurant on Powers Ferry Road in Marietta, Georgia.

Texas Hold 'Em Fundraiser

April 17, 2026

Join us for an exciting night of cards, camaraderie, and community impact at our Texas Hold 'Em fundraiser! Whether you're a seasoned player or just learning, come join the fun. Friday April 17, 2026 @ 6:00 pm at the East Hampton Club House, Marietta GA. 30062.

CCYA Board Meeting 

May 5, 2026

The May Board Meeting will be held from 8:00 am to 9:30 am on Tuesday, May 5th at J. Christopher's Restaurant on Powers Ferry Road in Marietta, Georgia.

Community Donation Drive for CCYA

 September 1-30, 2026

During the month of September, CCYA is launching a Community Donation Drive - asking Individuals, companies, churches, temples, schools, and civic groups to collect donations for our community donation drive to support CCYA. Click the link below to see what items we need.

Most requested items: Gift Cards (Walmart, Amazon, Race Trac, Target); Individually wrapped snacks; laundry detergent (pods); standard bed pillows; and bottled water and other drinks (juice boxes/bottles/Capri Sun pouches, Powerade, Gatorade, lemonade, and fruit punch).

Donations can be sent directly from Amazon or stores to CCYA, Attn: Angela Thornton, 2221 Austell Road, SW Marietta, GA 30008.

For more information or to schedule a donation drop off, contact Omara Ramsey at [email protected] or 770-333-9447 x112.

Board & Leadership Annual Strategic Planning Retreat 

September 4, 2026

The annual Board, Stakeholders, and Leadership Strategic Planning Retreat will be held on Friday, September 4th from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm at South State Bank.

PaJammin' Party '26 Fundraiser Event

October 18, 2026

The Ninth Annual CCYA PaJammin' Party fundraiser is an invitation only event that will be held on Sunday, October 18th at a private estate. For information on how to become a sponsor, donate a silent auction item(s), or provide other support, please contact Marsha Brenner, PaJammin' Coordinator, at [email protected].

CCYA Board Meeting

October 13, 2026

The October board meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 8:00 am at J. Christopher's restaurant on Powers Ferry Road in Marietta Georgia.

The Best is Yet to Come Annual Event 

Sunday, October 11th

Campuswide Fall Meeting & Youth, Staff, Volunteer and Service Partner Recognition Awards

at the Cobb County Safety Village @ 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm. RSVP to kborna@ccyakidsorg.

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Georgia's Giving Tuesday 

December 1, 2026

Join millions in the global generosity movement and support CCYA by making a donation on Georgia's most philanthropic day - Giving Tuesday! More info to be posted as December 1st approaches.

CCYA Board Meeting

December 15, 2026

The December board meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, at 8:00 am at J. Christopher's restaurant on Powers Ferry Road in Marietta Georgia.

Santa's Workshop 

December 14th -18th &
December 21st - 23rd 
Volunteer to Wrap Christmas Morning Gifts for CCYA Youth

Companies, Civic Groups, Faith-based organizations, and individuals are invited to sign-up to volunteer for a shift in Santa's Work wrapping gifts for youth.

To sign up, contact Omara Ramsey at [email protected] or call 770-333-9447 x112.