Native American Heritage Month Celebrations – 18-Nov-2025

Native American Heritage Month Celebrations – 18-Nov-2025

Native American Heritage Month We invite our community partners to join us in celebrating Native American Heritage Month on Tuesday, November 18 beginning at 6:30pm in the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center. Following the proclamation in the auditorium, a reception will be hosted in the atrium. Partners and community members can come together to honor this year’s theme — Circle of Togetherness – a reflection of unity, belonging, and the interconnectedness that strengthens our community. Register at GwinnettCounty.com/NAHM.
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Veteran Day Stand Down At Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center (GJAC)

Veteran Day Stand Down At Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center (GJAC)

Veterans Day Stand Down at GJAC  Today we were honored to be part of the Veterans Day Stand Down at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center (GJAC) — right by the Veterans Memorial.  CFA Volunteers, Community Risk Reduction Educators, and our Gwinnett County Firefighters joined together to teach Hands-Only CPR and share lifesaving safety information with our veterans and community members. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by and participated — your engagement helps make Gwinnett County a safer place for all.      
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Congratulations Class#38 -Graduation

Congratulations, Class #38! You Did It!  Please join us in celebrating the Gwinnett Citizens Fire Academy Class #38 on their graduation!  Over the past several weeks, these dedicated participants have learned firsthand what it takes to serve and protect our community — from fire safety and emergency response to teamwork and community engagement. Welcome to the CFA Alumni family! We’re so proud of your accomplishment and can’t wait to meet and volunteer alongside each of you.Here’s to continuing the mission of supporting our Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services and making a positive impact in our community.
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Mobile Food Distributions – Tuesday’s – Nov & Dec – Register

Mobile Food Distributions – Tuesday’s – Nov & Dec – Register

Since 2020, Volunteer Gwinnett and the Atlanta Community Food Bank have partnered to provide residents with fresh and shelf-stable food through monthly drive-thru and walk-up distributions. These volunteer opportunities take place on Tuesday afternoons, with volunteers helping to sort, pack, and distribute food outdoors, rain or shine. Volunteers of all abilities are welcome. Register to volunteer in November or December.
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Thanksgiving Food Giveaway – 05/06-Nov-2025

Thanksgiving Food Giveaway – 05/06-Nov-2025

Join the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office and Volunteer Gwinnett at the 2025 Thanksgiving Food Giveaway at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds. Volunteers are needed now through Wednesday, November 5 to prepare food boxes and Thursday, November 6 to distribute the food boxes to families in need during the event. This outdoor opportunity involves standing and lifting, so gloves, closed-toe shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended. Volunteer groups of all sizes are welcome to register at this fun, annual event now in its fifth year. Visit VolunteerGwinnett.net to be a part of the volunteer team to help feed thousands of families this holiday season.
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Hands-Only CPR & Safety Event at Gas South Arena!

Hands-Only CPR & Safety Event at Gas South Arena!

         Hands-Only CPR & Safety Event at Gas South Arena! What an incredible day at Gas South Arena (6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA)! A huge thank you to our amazing CFA volunteers, dedicated CRR Educators, and our Gwinnett County Firefighters for sharing their time, knowledge, and passion for saving lives. And of course — thank you to all our participants who stopped by the Safety Table and learned how to perform Hands-Only CPR. Every set of hands trained today makes our community stronger and safer!
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Fall Festival — Mall of Georgia

Fall Festival — Mall of Georgia

  Fall Fun for Everyone! What an amazing afternoon at the Fall Festival at the Mall of Georgia Saturday 10.25.25 ! Families enjoyed face painting, bounce houses, and special guests — plus a chance to learn Hands-Only CPR from our Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services team.A huge thank you to our incredible CFA volunteers, Fire Educators, and Firefighters for sharing their time and knowledge — and to the community for coming out to join the fun!
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Food Distribution – Best Friend Park In Norcross

Food Distribution – Best Friend Park In Norcross

               Serving Our Community — One Car at a Time!  Today’s food distribution event at Best Friend Park in Norcross was an incredible effort — and a powerful reminder of the need in our community. CFA Alumni volunteers joined forces with our partners to help serve over 600 cars, providing food and essentials to families in need. Sadly, even after all that, we still had to turn people away.  We are proud of our volunteers’ dedication and compassion — and we’ll keep showing up to make a difference where we can.#cfaalumni
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