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If you’ve ever had any question about our mission or vision, then we hope the following information helps. We’ve recently partnered with Emory University to present our model to a class called, “Catalyzing Social Impact”. They are planning to help us with some ideas as we grow. We provided all of the basics (which you…

Gathering Industries had a banner year in 2017. Since January, God provided a kitchen that made it easier for the men from Atlanta Mission to commute, and we partnered with Java Cats Cafe which allowed us to train more individuals from Atlanta Mission. Our commitment to advocating for the homeless, and helping to rehabilitate those…

Dear Friend, Have you ever done anything in your life that prompted you to say “Can I try again please?” I know I have. I have asked for a second chance many times. That’s what we do at Gathering Industries. This question “Can I try again please?” is asked by every person who shows up at our…

Many of you have heard about Java Cats Cafe– they are getting amazing press, but we’ve also mentioned them in the past. Prior to their opening, we mentioned that they planned to partner with us by selling pre-packaged food made by the homeless individuals who are training with us at Gathering Industries. We wanted to…

A copy of our most recent newsletter appears below (click here and sign up if you’d like to subscribe to our newsletter to get updates) : A business friend recently asked me why we aren’t a profitable operation. Surprised, I responded that we are working with people who are seeking a second chance. Even though…

Java Cats Cafe is opening in Atlanta. Their mission is, “To bring the citizens of Atlanta joy through the love of an adoptable cat, coffee and food provided by homeless locals in the process of getting back on their feet.” We are proud that founder, Hadyn Hilton, plans to utilize Gathering Industries to provide food for…

We are officially moved into our new home! We feel so blessed to be able to work in this new kitchen and have a more permanent location that is conducive to working with the men from Atlanta Mission. We are excited to share that we are in an inspected kitchen. This is an extra step that opens…

We hope you had a wonderful Christmas weekend and that you are looking forward to a wonderful New Year. Gathering Industries is looking forward to an exciting 2017. We are beyond thrilled to share some news with you… We have a kitchen!!! We’ve been working on this for months, and your generous support has helped…