Catholic Charities Atlanta joined Catholic Charities agencies across the United States to host People of Hope: Faith-Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a nationwide storytelling museum designed to amplify the profound impact of Christian service on August 4th & 5th, 2026. The museum was located at Blessed Trinity Catholic High School (11320 Woodstock Rd, Roswell, GA 30075) and was open to the public between 1:00pm – 5:00pm each day.
This initiative is made possible thanks to a grant to Catholic Charities USA from Lilly Endowment Inc. to highlight Christian Faith and Life. The People of Hope Museum launched its tour in March and will travel the U.S. for two-and-a-half years. Catholic Charities USA is the national membership organization for 168 independent Catholic Charities agencies around the country which served more than 16 million people regardless of faith last year. Services addressed needs ranging from housing to disaster assistance, health care, and family support. Catholic Charities agencies are united by a shared commitment to honor the dignity of every person and answer the Gospel call to come to the aid of those most in need.
Housed in a retrofitted tractor-trailer, the People of Hope Museum is an immersive experience that brings to life video stories featuring staff and volunteers of Catholic Charities agencies across the country sharing their memorable encounters with families and individuals in need.
Visitors were able to experience an interactive poverty simulator, gain a greater understanding of poverty in Georgia, and be inspired to address poverty and social isolation through bridgebuilding and community action.
Understanding creates compassion, but action creates hope.
“For more than 75 years, Catholic Charities Atlanta has walked alongside individuals and families during some of life’s most difficult moments. Hosting People of Hope gives our community a meaningful opportunity to better understand poverty, encounter stories of resilience and discover practical ways to help our neighbors move toward stability.”
-Vanessa Russell, CEO
Catholic Charities Atlanta staff were onsite to connect the experience of our local community by sharing how poverty affects working families throughout North Georgia. Visitors explored:
· What poverty looks like in our community
· How CCA walks alongside families through crisis and toward stability
· Practical ways individuals can volunteer, advocate, support, and become part of the solution
Last year, CCA served almost 11,000 individuals, 74% of which have low income. The wraparound services CCA provides address barriers such as lack of resources, mental health, education, housing and employment, empowering families to become more self-sufficient. To learn more about the People of Hope Museum, visit www.peopleofhope.us. To explore volunteer opportunities or learn more about Catholic Charities Atlanta programs, visit https://catholiccharitiesatlanta.org/.
