The Real Life Center serves permanent residents of Fayette and Coweta Counties.

There is no charge for our services. Many of the community resources to which we refer are also free of charge. However, when a referral is made to a professional within the community, the fee associated with the service is the responsibility of the person seeking care. Services are available to all persons without regard to race, income, gender or religion.

You must make an appointment to meet with one of our assessment counselors in order to be considered for assistance from us. Appointments are taken by phone Monday mornings starting at 8 AM for Coweta County residents and on Tuesday mornings starting at 8 AM for Fayette County residents. The Real Life Center does not assist with walk-in financial needs.

We typically provide financial assistance only one time during the one-year program.  This ensures that we have the funding available to assist families throughout the year.

Yes. You may walk in for a one-time emergency food visit during our regular business hours. In order to continue to use the food pantry you need to make an appointment to meet with one of our assessment counselors.

We do not help with deposits for rent or utilities.

We can assist with rental payments, but we do not help with housing placement. We do, however, have resources available for the local area.

We do not offer job placement.  However, we do have a career and job coaching program.  Click here for more information.

No. The mission of The Real Life Center is to show the love of God by loving others and to show compassion and provide hope through our programs. We help individuals and families based on their needs, not religious affiliations.

Absolutely.  You can make a donation online through our secure server, or mail us a check or gift card.  Click here to go to our Donation page for more detailed information and instructions.

We have three options available for designation.  Click here for more detailed information and instructions.  If you have a special request, please contact us directly.

Lack of food and financial stability are two of the primary reasons families seek assistance from the RLC.  Therefore donations of non-perishable food items and financial gifts continue to be our primary needs.  For a list of our most needed food items, click here.

Visit our Volunteer page for more information and to access our volunteer sign-up forms.

The minimum age for volunteering at the Real Life Center is 14 when accompanied by an adult.  If not accompanied by an adult you must be at least 16 years old. Children of all ages are welcome to help harvest fruit with their families at the Harvest for Real Life Fruit Orchard.  

Students interested in earning community service hours for school or scouting are welcome to serve at the Real Life Center and the Harvest for Real Life Fruit Orchard. Prior registration is required, and a Release and Waiver Form must be signed by a parent or guardian.  Contact our Volunteer Coordinator for more information.

No. But we will demonstrate to you God’s love by providing a safe environment, compassion, and hope through our programs. We help individuals and families based on their needs, not religious affiliations.

No. The classes are open to the public.  However, space is limited on a first-come, first-served basis.