Helping Families Find Their
Way Back to Stability

Lights Back On connects individuals and families facing housing instability, utility insecurity, and financial hardship with trusted community resources that help restore stability and independence.

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Serving families across Gwinnett • DeKalb • Fulton • Cobb

When life gets complicated, finding help shouldn't be.

Crisis doesn't wait for the right paperwork. We serve people across Gwinnett, DeKalb, Fulton, and Cobb counties who are navigating challenges like these.

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SUPPORT WHEN YOU NEED IT THE MOST.

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LOCAL SUPPORT, CLOSE TO HOME.

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RESOURCES FOR MOVING FORWARD.

Three steps between you and the right help.

Tell us what's going on

A short intake form — no account, no jargon. What's happening, where you're located, and how urgent it is.

We match you, fast

Your request goes against a live directory of partner programs and their current capacity.

You connect directly

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We introduce you to the right organization and follow up to make sure the connection held.

YOU'VE ARRIVED.

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Browse by what you need.

Explore trusted programs and organizations offering assistance with utilities, housing, food, education, and more.

Utility & Energy

Bill pay help, weatherization, and shutoff prevention programs.

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Housing & Eviction

Rent and mortgage assistance, mediation, and emergency shelter.

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Food & Groceries

Pantries, mobile markets, and SNAP application support near you.

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Education

Restoring opportunities through education and resources.

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Featured Guides

Learn how to navigate assistance programs, avoid utility shutoffs, and understand the resources available in your community.

One Family's Struggle. A Mission to Help Others Find a Way Forward.

In 2013, my wife and I experienced something no family should ever have to endure. We were first-time parents. Our precious daughter was born underweight, and we were doing everything we could to make ends meet. Then we found ourselves without electricity because we simply could not afford it. Suddenly, something most people take for granted—turning on a light, preparing a hot meal, keeping a home warm—became a daily challenge. No family should ever have to choose between put

Aug 123 min read

Simple Ways To Offer Hope and Help To Homeless People

Discover meaningful and easy ways to support homeless people through everyday actions. From donating essentials to volunteering your time, every bit counts.

1 day ago2 min read

Is the Light Back On? Helping People Find a Way Forward

When the power goes out, life can come to a standstill. No lights. No refrigeration. No comfortable place to escape extreme temperatures. No sense of security. But for some individuals and families, the challenge isn't a temporary outage caused by a storm. It's the struggle to afford essential needs and find the help they need to keep moving forward. At Lights Back On, we believe that light is more than electricity. It's safety. It's stability. It's dignity. It's hope. And so

3 days ago3 min read

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FEATURED

Every referral goes to a vetted, active partner.

Every organization we work with is reviewed before joining— housing, advocacy, and outreach partners, vetted first and re-checked as the network grows.