Assistance Ministry
at First Baptist Decatur

Helping community members in need

NOTE: The Assistance Ministry will be CLOSED on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Monday, June 2.

At First Baptist Church of Decatur, we believe in helping those around us who are in need. Whether you need to speak with a pastor, get professional counseling help, or simply assistance to land back on your feet, we have something for you.

Immediate Assistance

If you are struggling with mental instability and thoughts of suicide, please immediately call 1-800-273-8255. Or chat directly with someone at the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

To access mental health and addictive disease crisis services, call the Georgia Crisis and Access Line (GCAL) 1-800-715-4225 any time of the day or night to speak with someone who can help. GCAL can make appointments at the same time they take your call.

FBCD Assistance Ministry

Members of the local community who need assistance with food, housing, job searches, clothing, and other needs, can receive assistance and/or referrals at First Baptist Decatur.

Assistance may include (subject to availability):

  • Community clothing closet

  • MARTA card assistance

  • Walmart and QT gift cards

  • Utility assistance

  • Housing referrals

  • Job search assistance

Our volunteer team is available Mondays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm EST in front of the chapel. We highly recommend that those coming arrive early and add their name to the waiting list for that day.

Note: Cash assistance is not given anywhere, and we are unable to provide rental assistance.

 
Community gathering at First Baptist Church Decatur (Decatur, GA).

Community gathering at First Baptist Church Decatur (Decatur, GA).

 
 
Volunteer team at First Baptist Church Decatur (Decatur, GA).

Volunteer team at First Baptist Church Decatur (Decatur, GA).

 

Clothing Closet: Current Donation Needs

The Clothing Closet is in need of the following items in men's clothing:

  • belts

  • t-shirts (XL-2XL)

  • baseball caps

  • socks (dark and white)

  • athletic/casual shoes (all sizes, especially sizes 10 and above)

  • short pants (most sizes)

  • casual pants and jeans (no dress pants)

    • waist sizes needed: 30 ,32, 34, 36, 38, 46, 48, 50, and up

Donations can be brought to the Welcome Center any time during our regular hours. Please note that we cannot accept any items that are not listed above. Thanks as always for your help in taking care of our neighbors in need!

Community Partners

If we are not able to provide assistance, one of our partner churches or agencies in Decatur and DeKalb County can often help. 

Decatur Cooperative Ministry (DCM) – 

Phone: 404.377.5365; 404.284.4411

Assistance includes: Homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing, shelter for women with children, groceries, and clothing. Located at New Life Community Center (NLCC).

Decatur-area Emergency Assistance Ministry (DEAM) –

Phone: 404.373.2300

Assistance includes: monthly groceries, occasional utility/rent, and prescription assistance (limited service area). Located at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church.

Threshold Ministry at Decatur Presbyterian Church –

Phone: 404.378-1777

Assistance includes: referrals, sack lunches, MARTA cards for job searches, and some other appointments. Located at Decatur Presbyterian Church.

Other community partner recommendations depend on your particular need. Please use the form below to reach out to us with specifics so we can make a recommendation!