North Fulton Community Charities is seeking to raise $150,000 by Wednesday, Dec. 2, to support assistance, education and career programs serving Johns Creek and surrounding communities.
According to NFCC’s campaign page, its 35 Days of Giving campaign began Oct. 28 and highlights how donations help residents manage financial hardship and build greater stability.
Education is the focus of the campaign’s Nov. 10 update. NFCC reports that six students have earned their GEDs so far in 2026, 26 are enrolled in its GED program and 288 are attending the fall English as a Second Language session.
The organization also launched Beyond NFCC Scholar, an initiative that has awarded four scholarships to help GED graduates continue their education.
In a Nov. 10 reflection, education manager Becky Pappalardo described how volunteer encouragement helped one student move from GED preparation to college.
The student, identified by the pseudonym Daniel, enrolled in May and passed all four GED exams by July. Pappalardo wrote that he devoted 20 to 30 hours a week to studying while working to overcome doubts about his abilities.
One turning point came when Daniel overheard two volunteer tutors praising his motivation and work ethic. Their encouragement helped strengthen his confidence, according to Pappalardo’s account.
After earning his GED, Daniel applied for financial aid, gained admission to college and enrolled in classes. He has offered to return to NFCC to encourage other students pursuing their GEDs.
The fundraising campaign supports the organization’s broader work, including food assistance, emergency financial aid, education and employment resources.
Residents can contribute through NFCC’s online donation page.
