Sheltering Arms

Sheltering Arms is a nonprofit organization dedicated to early childhood education and family support services in Georgia. Founded in 1888 by a group of women in Atlanta, it has become one of the state's largest providers, nurturing up to 2,000 children each year. The organization focuses on closing opportunity gaps by delivering high-quality, affordable education and comprehensive support programs for families. The services offered include accredited early childhood education for children as young as six weeks, emphasizing cognitive, physical, and social-emotional development. Sheltering Arms also provides family support through parenting workshops, career counseling, and access to community resources. With 11 neighborhood centers across Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fulton, and Gwinnett counties, the organization aims to promote family well-being and equitable access to education, primarily serving low-income families and historically excluded communities in metro Atlanta.