ABOUT US

Established in 1984, FOCUS, Inc. (Fellowship of Christians United in Service) is a non-profit in Hamilton, Georgia which serves the residents of Harris County. The vision of the founding leaders was to bring together churches from across the county to meet the needs of those suffering from food insecurity and those in need of clothing. Forty years later, the organization is led by over 100 volunteers representing 30+ churches. The ministry has grown exponentially and is now serving close to 4,000 families per year. The organization is led by a board comprised of business leaders, local pastors, and retired professionals. Funding is provided through donations received from churches, individuals, civic organizations, and the sale of items donated to the FOCUS Thrift, Boutique, and Furniture Store.

The following programs are administered to accomplish the mission of FOCUS:

Education, Worship, and Training
Experiential Arts Center Children’s Program
Open Arms Market - Food Pantry and Pastoral Services
Emergency Services and Outreach
FOCUS Thrift, Boutique and Furniture Store

HEAR FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Video Produced by Tripp Carlisle

FOCUS MINISTRY PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Current FOCUS programs are housed in three locations: the store and Emergency Services are located in Hamilton, the food pantry at the Hamilton Church “former Methodist Church” and the children’s program in Pine Mountain. Future plans are for current and future ministry programs to be housed in the Christ Chapel Church in Hamilton, while the FOCUS Thrift, Boutique and Furniture Store will remain in its current location. The new ministry center name is the FOCUS-Philomena Family Center and will house the following programs: Education, Worship, and Training, the Experiential Arts Center/Children’s Programs, Open Arms Market-Food Pantry, Emergency Services and Outreach, Administration and Volunteer Services. The FOCUS Thrift, Boutique and Furniture Store provides clothing, household items and furniture at affordable prices for those who are in need allowing them to purchase with dignity and pride.