For the safety of our children, families and staff, all Sheltering Arms Centers will be CLOSED
Monday, January 26th due to icy road conditions and freezing temperatures.
The Sheltering Arms Silent Auction is reopening for one final chance to bid, win and make a difference! From exciting getaways to one-of-a-kind experiences and fabulous finds, there's still time to snag something special. Every winning bid helps support Sheltering Arms children and families. Don't wait! This is your FINAL chance to get in on the action before the auction closes for good.
For more than 138 years, Sheltering Arms has helped children and families build strong foundations for the future. Your gift helps provide the support, stability, and opportunities every child needs to learn, grow, and thrive. Help every child blossom. Please make your most generous gift today.
We are proud to celebrate our President and CEO, Blythe K. Robinson, as a 2026 Atlanta Business League’s 100 Women of Influence honoree! This recognition celebrates her leadership and commitment to creating opportunities for children, families, and our community. Join us in congratulating Blythe on this well-deserved honor!
We are currently accepting applications for children from 6-weeks to 5-years-old.
On this episode of Breaking It Down with Blythe, Sheltering Arms’ President & CEO Blythe K. Robinson sits down with Jay Bailey, President & CEO of the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE), for a powerful conversation about leadership, community, entrepreneurship, and what it truly takes to create opportunities that move our communities forward. This is more than a conversation. It’s about the people, the purpose, and the work behind building a stronger Atlanta.
Congratulations to Blythe Keeler Robinson on being named a 2026 Toast to Her Honoree by United Way's Women United of Greater Atlanta. We are proud to see Blythe honored among five remarkable leaders whose impact is creating lasting change for women, children, and families.
We're looking to reconnect with former Sheltering Arms students ages 18 and older. Whether you're a recent graduate, a working professional, or enjoying retirement, we'd love to hear your story and learn where life has taken you. Contact Danielle Jackson at djackson@shelteringarms4kids.com.
Since 1888, generations of children have walked through our doors. Help us celebrate the people who have helped shape the Sheltering Arms story.
IVCC has been named Best Preschool in Brookhaven/Chamblee! This recognition highlights the center’s commitment to high-quality early education, nurturing environments, and strong family partnerships. It reflects the meaningful impact IVCC has on children and families each day and the vibrant community that supports its continued success.
What does it really take to move a city forward? In this episode of Breaking It Down with Blythe, Blythe Keeler Robinson connects with Matt Westmoreland for a conversation on leadership, public service, and the critical role early childhood plays in shaping what comes next.
Welcome to Episode 1 of Breaking It Down with Blythe. Blythe Keeler Robinson, President and CEO of Sheltering Arms, sits down with Mindy Binderman, Executive Director of GEEARS, for a powerful conversation on policy, advocacy, and the power of community voice—exploring how legislation and funding decisions shape early childhood education and highlighting initiatives like Strolling Thunder, which connects parents and communities directly with legislators to drive real change.
GEEARS (Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students) led their biggest Strolling Thunder yet at the Georgia State Capitol, and Sheltering Arms was proud to be alongside them. Families, advocates, and our youngest voices came together to make a powerful impression on elected officials, lifting up the importance of family-friendly policies. Moments like these remind us that when communities unite around children and families, real change is possible.
Sheltering Arms is pleased to announce the addition of two new members to our Board of Directors, Charles Christopher and Diva Hirsch.
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta provided a loan to the state’s largest providers of Head Start – a federally funded early education program – to avoid a lapse in services due to the federal government shutdown. The federal grant runs out Oct. 31 for Head Start programs at Sheltering Arms, YMCA of Metro Atlanta, and Easterseals of North Georgia.
At Sheltering Arms we approach family engagement, and all of our work, through a two-generation lens. That is to say we don’t just serve children or parents, but families, two or more generations of them.
Recently, we had the honor of celebrating Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman, Grady Jarrett as our Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient. Hear from Grady and his mother as they share their inspiring journey with us at Sheltering Arms.
Are you ready to elevate your style and support a great cause? Our Sheltering Arms online store is now open! Parents, team members, sponsors, partners – everyone’s invited to shop the latest apparel and accessories.
Thanks to our guests, partners, sponsors & board members, we exceeded our fundraising goals at the event! And special thanks to Grady Jarrett and his family for coming out. We appreciate you taking time to support our work breaking down barriers. It means so much to our Sheltering Arms family. If you would like to give, but did not have a chance to, please click the button below.
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