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CHRIS 180 Welcomes Three New Board Members, Announces New Board Leadership
CHRIS 180, a leading Atlanta-based nonprofit dedicated to healing children, strengthening families and building resilient communities, today announced the addition of three distinguished leaders to its Board of Directors. The new board members bring...
CHRIS 180 to Support Hundreds of Families This Holiday Season
This holiday season, CHRIS 180 will provide support and hope with events across Atlanta for local families and individuals in need. From providing Thanksgiving meals alongside the Atlanta Falcons organization to hosting a festive one-day holiday shopping experience...
CHRIS 180 Reopens Atlanta Counseling Center to Meet Growing Mental Health Demand
CHRIS 180 has reopened its flagship Atlanta Counseling Center with a team of licensed clinicians and counseling interns offering trauma-informed, person-centered mental health services to individuals and families across metro Atlanta. The center’s expanded services...
CHRIS 180 In The News
CBS News Atlanta
Atlanta expanding programs, spaces for young people ahead of summer months
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Atlanta Business Chronicle
New nonprofit CEOs bring fresh approaches to community challenges
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Saporta Report
Chris 180 reopens Atlanta counseling center to meet rising mental health demand
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WXIA-TV
Trump administration ends funding for LGBTQ+ crisis line, sparking outcry from Georgia advocates
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Metro Atlanta CEO
CHRIS 180 Welcomes Eight New Board Members, Announces New Board Leadership
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WSB-TV
‘Difficult decisions:’ GA non-profits prepare for federal cuts as budget moves forward in Congress
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People 2 People
In honor of mental health awareness month, CHRIS 180 tells us about their resources
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GPB
Georgia Today: Tropical Storm Helene headed for GA; Apalachee students reacclimate; Dockworker strike
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WANF-TV
Counselor: Mental health vital as communities reel from 2 shootings of metro Atlanta deputies
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CNN International
Most young people who die by suicide in the US do not have previous mental health diagnoses, study suggests
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Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta Public Schools to pilot student-led mental health board
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Georgia Public Broadcasting
How Roswell High School addresses student mental health needs amid dual deadly epidemics
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Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Nonprofit serving children with trauma expands in Gwinnett County
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Rough Draft
CHRIS 180 provides mental health services to students in dozens of metro Atlanta schools
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Saporta Report
After 36+ years at the helm, Kathy Colbenson to retire from CHRIS 180 - SaportaReport
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HR Magazine
Career Lessons from CHRIS 180’s Matthew Mitchell, SHRM-SCP: Listen, Learn and Make an Impact
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Atlanta Business Chronicle
Atlanta nonprofit leaders prepare for economic uncertainty, politics in 2024
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Atlanta Business Chronicle
Atlanta nonprofit leaders prepare for economic uncertainty, politics in 2024
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WSB-TV
Atlanta nonprofit makes sure dozens of families have gifts to put under their Christmas tree
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The Champion
Local nonprofit seeking gifts, volunteers to help children in need over the holidays
Saporta Report
Reporter's Notebook: Local non-profit creates memorable holidays for families
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WXIA-TV
Falcons executive Rich McKay honored by Atlanta Sports Council with 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award
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Authority Magazine
High Impact Philanthropy: Kathy Colbenson Of CHRIS 180 On How To Leave A Lasting Legacy With A Successful & Effective Nonprofit Organization
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WXIA-TV
Atlanta nonprofit offers nationally recognized suicide prevention training throughout Sept. 29
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Metro Atlanta CEO
CHRIS 180 Announces Dr. Lisa Taylor as New Director of the Institute for Spiritual Health
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Winter Blues Survival Guide: Embracing Rest, Resilience, and Renewal
“The winter woes, Seasonal Affective Disorder, joyless January, cold and dark…” These are just a few of the words and phrases that might initially come to mind when someone is asked to describe the winter season. A YouGov.com survey found that only 10% of Americans...
Holiday Season Wellness: 5 Ways to Show Empathy
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration for many. But for some of us, it can stir up difficult emotions, unresolved grief or complicated family dynamics. It's important to be mindful of the fact that not everyone is going to experience the holidays the...
Shattering Stigma and Celebrating Substance Use Recovery
Addiction is one of the most misunderstood issues in society today. It affects millions, but the stigma surrounding it often prevents those who need help from seeking it. Understanding the Reality of Addiction Addiction is a complicated disease that affects the brain...
