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Volunteers Shine Bright in Alpharetta

Meet three neighbors who make giving back a priority.

Tiffany and Brad Strawbridge 

Tiffany and Brad Strawbridge are originally from Florida and moved to the area for work and fell in love with the vibrant community. After starting our own business, the couple decided to stay and opened their doors, right in the heart of this wonderful community.

They believe everyone deserves a safe and secure roof over their heads. Having a safe place to sleep should bring peace of mind, not fear. So, they are giving away a roof to a family in need (see Business Monthly). Supporting this cause aligns with their values, and they also contribute to other nonprofits that focus on community well-being and safety, as we’re passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives.

"Volunteering has profoundly changed our life by showing us that in giving back to our community, we often feel the blessings just as much, if not more, than those we help. It’s an honor and privilege to share the gifts we've received with others. We truly believe you receive true joy and fulfillment when you give your time, talent, and skills to those in need, and everyone should experience the fulfillment that comes from serving others."

Tiffany and Brad are excited to be spending Thanksgiving with family and friends in Florida. “As a family, we also plan to give back by serving in a local nonprofit’s kitchen,” says Tiffany,” which makes the holiday even more meaningful for us!” 

Brandy Brock

Volunteering has always been a passion for Brandy Brock. "I started off many moons ago as an elementary school teacher in an underserved area,” says Brock. “I’ve always been exposed to people and children without. That experience fueled my desire to help whoever I can, when I can, how I can.” 

“Volunteerism and giving back is something my husband and I feel obligated to do, given our blessings,” says Brandy, “So, when we had kids, it was important that we included them in our activities. I found myself creating volunteer opportunities and activities that would allow our kids to be involved.”  

Brandy shares her time and resources with Martha’s Table, Save the Children, and Foster Care Center, with other opportunities found by perusing Pebble Tossers website. “Pebble Tossers is an organization like none other, they organized child-appropriate opportunities, handled all the logistics and created thoughtful environments for the kids,” says Brandy. “We love it!”

One example of taking service to the next level, was when she and her husband served with the Point in Time Count. This overnight event, where volunteers walk the streets of downtown Atlanta seeking those who are unhoused helps to provide a snapshot of homelessness in a community. The count is used nationwide to provide a sense of the overall scope of homelessness in America and to allocate resources providing services to those experiencing homelessness.

Pebble Tossers is an organization like none other 

It’s an honor and privilege to share the gifts we've received