My Brother’s Keeper
Who We Are & What We Do
My Brother’s Keeper is a compassionate ministry serving the homeless community in Cobb County. We provide food, clothing, bikes, candles, and other essentials to those often forgotten by society, offering not only material support but also hope and human connection. Rooted in love and service, our mission is to restore dignity and bring light into others’ lives. What began with a simple candle—after a homeless man shared, “The rats come when our candles go out”—has grown to provide life-changing assistance, including helping someone who missed a job interview due to walking too far in the heat. Every act of service is a chance to make a real difference
Why We Exist
Jesus teaches us, “Truly I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me” (Matthew 25:40). We are called to serve with unconditional love, providing for the basic needs of those living outside. Many of the homeless we serve have shared how much they feel the love and care that St. Ann’s provides. A simple smile, a kind word, or a meal can restore someone’s hope, and that is the true joy of this ministry
Who We Serve
We serve the homeless, including veterans, seniors, and families in crisis, through various programs that restore dignity and hope. We provide 125 backpacks for homeless veterans, cover short-term motel stays, distribute Good Samaritan Bags twice a year, and run a Bike Program that has provided over 1,000 bicycles in 13 years. Additionally, we serve warm lunches to 100 homeless individuals every Wednesday and offer groceries through Pantry Days on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays each month.
Volunteer Opportunities
We greatly appreciate our volunteers and always welcome more helping hands. You can serve in various ways, including trailer support (drivers, loaders, unloaders for deliveries), meal service (preparing and serving lunches on Wednesdays from 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM), assisting with grocery distribution on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays during Pantry Days (2:30– 3:30 PM), supporting the Bike Program (repairs, pickups, deliveries, donations), or creating handmade cards to encourage those we serve, especially through group efforts like with children.
Special Requirements
Because we work with vulnerable individuals, all volunteers must complete a safe environment VIRTUS training and background check to ensure everyone’s safety and wellbeing.