Connecting Hearts Symposium & Fundraiser: Combating Homelessness by Ending Relational Poverty through Mentorship
When
October 6 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Where
Buckhead Club 3344 Peachtree St NE #2600, Atlanta, GA 30326, United States
Agenda
- 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM : Networking & Silent Auction
- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Lunch & Learn Symposium
- 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Live Auction & Closing
What to Expect
- Inspiring Speakers – Hear from Ana Megrelishvili, CEO of Christian Professionals Network Worldwide, Chuck Wilbanks, Director of Outreach at SafeHouse Outreach, and Lorice Jean, as they share personal stories and reveal how mentorship is restoring lives and breaking the cycle of homelessness.
- Networking with Purpose – Meet like-minded professionals, community advocates, and leaders united by a shared mission: ending relational poverty and building lasting change.
- Welcoming Atmosphere – Enjoy a welcoming and uplifting environment designed to foster connection, reflection, and action.
- Mentorship in Action – Learn how the Christian Professionals Network Worldwide Foundation (CPNWF) is using mentorship to walk alongside individuals experiencing homelessness, offering consistent support, relationship, and hope.
- Meaningful Conversations – Explore the deeper issues surrounding homelessness, including the need for community, identity, and belonging.
Why Attend
- Learn about the realities of homelessness in Atlanta—and the often-overlooked relational poverty that fuels it.
- Discover how mentorship provides stability, dignity, and renewed purpose to those who need it most.
- Network with others who are passionate about faith, service, and social impact.
- Be part of a growing movement that believes relationships change everything.
- Take action. This event is not just about awareness—it’s about building a solution, together.