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Because One Matters exemplifies this spirit of service by celebrating children impacted by foster care in meaningful and memorable ways. There have been countless late nights when I've reached out to Because One Matters requesting a duffel care bag for kids who arrive at my home without necessities. Promptly, a bag is thoughtfully packed with nearly a week's worth of essentials: new clothes, pajamas, socks, a toothbrush, soap, a bath towel, a washcloth, wipes, pampers, toys and more. They have always gone above and beyond to accommodate my special needs placements, providing weighted blankets, extra diapers or pull-ups, and sensory toys to meet their needs. Additionally, Because One Matters ensures children feel seen, valued, and loved. They have provided birthday gifts for my foster children's birthdays and granted their Christmas wishes. As a foster mom, I'm also grateful for the quarterly access to their diverse clothing closet, which helps sustain the ongoing needs of my foster children.

Foster Parent - Ms. Cobb

January 2025

Annistown Elementary would like to thank you for your generous donation to our school. Our students will benefit from the bookbags for many reasons. Again, we are grateful for your kindness.

Gwenda Nimmo-Smith & the Annistown Staff

August 2021

My family and I want to express our deepest gratitude for the incredible kindness and generosity you’ve shown us this Christmas. We are especially thankful for the all the gifts, Since our mom is not here, our aunt has been doing everything she can to care for us for the past 5 years and she’s only 29 years old. She makes sure we’re loved and supported. She’s been trying her hardest to give the three of us a Christmas to remember every year, even while facing challenges of her own, she hasn’t been able to work for over two years but that never affected us mentally or spiritually. We’re grateful for every blessing. Your thoughtfulness has not only made this holiday brighter but has also reminded us that there are people who care and want to lift others up. Because of Because One Matters and families, you’ve turned this Christmas into something truly special for us, and we will always hold this in our hearts. Hope we can participate again next year, maybe even volunteer. Thank you again for everything you’ve done for us. We are extremely grateful for your generosity, and this Christmas will always be one to remember.

Sibiling set of 3

December 2024

I just wanted to let you know how much of a blessing you and your organization are to our family❤️ On Monday, my child came home sad. She said, “I was the only person in class who did not have a Chromebook or laptop.” I called the school to see if any were available and there is a waiting list. I had no idea that students needed to bring their own devices for in class learning. I had registered her two days before school and no one said anything. Last year, she attended Meadowcreek HS online. So .... I was thinking that things were back to normal when I registered her at South Gwinnett HS. By chance, I sent you a text and within hours you personally delivered a Chromebook to her. We were so excited. Unlike the school’s device .... the Chromebook that you brought was hers to keep. No more begging or waiting. HOW AWESOME !!! AN UNEXPECTED BLESSING!!! Because One Matters is a wonderful organization. You give with such kindness, always a smile and (most important to me) no judgement. You didn’t stop there. You inquired about my new child in the home. Thank you for the duffel bag and Chromebook for my foster daughter. I registered her today at Snellville MS and she has everything that she needs..

Ms. Delois- Foster Parent

August 2021

If you’re looking for an internship that will give you real-world experience, look no further! Upon starting with Because One Matters, I was tasked with completing many different projects for the organization, and I was able to include all of these projects on my resume. This internship truly allowed me to further my career, as the experience I gained from this internship allowed me to secure another internship and, soon after, a full-time position. The trust and creative freedom given to interns at Because One Matters is priceless. The leaders of Because One Matters genuinely care about each of their interns, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to intern at Because One Matters.

Christy T - College Intern

June 2021

I would like to extend my gratitude and let you know how appreciative I am for your help to acquire this laptop. It really means a lot to me and I promise I will make the best use of it as promised.

On behalf of my family, we thank you for making what we thought impossible, possible. Again, I am eternally grateful.

Joel C. - High School Student

June 2021

Gratitude!
Gratitude is a word used to express thankfulness and praise. The Bible teaches us about the power of having a grateful heart. A general attitude of thanksgiving in both the trials and blessings of life distinguishes the Christian. The apostle Paul exhorts us in Scripture to give thanks for all things, in all circumstances Eph 5:20; 1

I am a Haitian student from Northern Caribbean University (NCU) pursuing a bachelor degree in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting. I am very grateful to Because One Matters non-profit organization for supporting me with a scholarship. The scholarship alleviated my past-due charges and helped me to focus more on my assignments and studies. Not having that burdensome debt overwhelming me, was a great blessing. Once again, thank you Because One matters for investing in me. May the Lord provide abundantly to your organization, so that you can help more student like me all over the world.

Jolina G - College Student

July 2021

Andrea and her organization has been God sent. They've always come through when least expected for my foster babies birthday gifts along with birthday parties, school supplies for all kids in DFCS custody, helping with food during this pandemic, etc, etc. They are just amazing!

Shells G. - Foster Parent

Aug. 2020

Dear Andrea, I wanted to personally demonstrate my thanks towards your generosity with this note. Through the many wonderful people I have been able to connect with (such as yourself). I am confident that my future will be ripe with splendorous opportunities. It is such an honor that people are able to connect with my story, and I hope to inspire others with similar upbringings to maintain faith in a better tomorrow. I look forward to connecting with you again very soon.

A.W (Foster Child)

August 2020

"What a wonderful way to give back. You are a blessing. Thank you for the love and kindness you are showing these children"

S. Chandler.

May 2019

Special thanks to Because One Matters for being a wonderful support for Gwinnett County Foster Youth. As a licensed foster Parent for Gwinnett County DFCS, our youth sometimes comes into care with just the clothes on their backs. I have personally reached out to this organization to assist our youth with clothing donations and without hesitation our youth received requested items within hours. I can't thank you enough for everything your organization does.

Patricia J.

May 2018

"Eric and I appreciate you including us and the sweet babies we are fostering and we thank Because One Matters for the love all the kids were shown today. The birthday girl and her big brother absolutely love the wagon. She loved her prayer book we read at bedtime. The backpack will be useful for her to start showing her independence with putting things she loves inside and carrying it with her. Her brother loved his ball he picked from the table of gifts for the non birthday kids. Again, thank you all for the lovely day. We look forward to getting to know more foster parents and others from your organization to help foster relationships to build a successful tomorrow for these wonderful children who are our future adults and leaders."

Eric & Cindy C.

June 2018

Fun day at the Georgia Aquarium! So thankful to Because One Matters for providing tickets to us and other foster families!

Wendy B.

November 2018

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