Mental Health & Crisis Intervention
Access Point Of Georgia Inc
ATHENS, GA
Total revenue
$212K
Total expenses
$299K
Net assets
$65K
Grants received
$180K
6 grants
EIN
301220951
Tax year
2022
Mission
Access Point of Georgia, Inc. is a grassroots, community-based organization committed to providing compassionate, peer-centered support for people who use drugs. Our mission is to promote safety, dignity, and health through the principles and practices of harm reduction. During the year, our most significant activities included: Peer Support and Advocacy: We delivered peer-led services rooted in lived experience, building trust and offering nonjudgmental support across multiple sites. Harm Reduction Services: We distributed naloxone and other life-saving supplies, alongside education on overdose prevention and safer drug use strategies. Health Services Integration: We provided HIV and hepatitis C testing, basic wound care, and referrals to comprehensive medical and social support systems. Community Education and Outreach: We organized workshops and public events aimed at reducing stigma, correcting misinformation, and promoting evidence-based approaches to drug use and recovery.
Programs
2 programs
Line 4b Winder Harm Reduction Peers Our Winder site launched a community-based harm reduction program staffed by two part-time peer specialists, offering overdose prevention, naloxone distribution, hygiene and safer use supplies, and local peer support. Services prioritized rural and suburban clients underserved by traditional public health. Total Program Expenses: $51,710.62 Grants Used: DBHDD
Line 4c Strong SSPs Project Access Point participated in the Strong SSPs initiative, offering technical assistance and peer-informed strategies to strengthen syringe service programs statewide. Activities included attending regional trainings, providing feedback on best practices, and collaborating with partner agencies. Total Program Expenses: $973.43
Financials
FY 2022
Revenue
Expenses
People
3 listed
Riley Kirkpatrick
Executive Director
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60 hrs/wk
Brook Etherington
President/Chair
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2 hrs/wk
Joshua Lane
Data Coordinator
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$180K from 2 funders · 6 grants · 2020–2023
$150K · 2 grants · 2022–2023
$30K · 4 grants · 2020–2023