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For TaZion, senior year is about more than preparing for graduation. It is a season of growing in confidence, independence, leadership, and purpose. TanZion’s journey with Covered Ministries began in 2021 when he volunteered with SWEEAC. He later expanded his community service through Streetwise Georgia and Mending the Gap and became an active participant in CMI volunteer projects, college tours, basketball camps, and Mentor Thursdays. CMI mentors have witnessed his confidenc

From volunteering to building a career of service, Tanaya continues to make moves! 💙💛 A 2025 graduate of McClure Health Science High School, Tanaya began volunteering with CMI alongside her grandfather and CMI Board Member, Joel Jordan, in 2021. Since then, she has contributed countless hours serving organizations including SWEEAC, Streetwise, and Fully Furnished. 🎓 Now a sophomore at Augusta State University, Tanaya is majoring in Respiratory Therapy with aspirations of b

Making an Impact in Gwinnett County, One Family at a Time During the first six months of 2026, Covered Ministries Inc. (CMI) donated nearly 30,000 pounds of food to single-parent and low-income households, helping local families put food on the table during times of need. CMI’s mission is to provide food to single-parent households and mentorship to teens, primarily serving families and young people throughout Gwinnett County. CMI carries out this mission with the support of

🌟Knox is taking an important step toward his future through the Georgia Youth Challenge, a 22-week military-style residential program. 🪖📔 While working toward his high school diploma, Knox is gaining valuable vocational skills and developing leadership, discipline, confidence, and independence to prepare for his next chapter. 🏀 One of his favorite activities is playing in a local recreational basketball league, where he enjoys competing, staying active, and being part of

Jimmy Butts graduated with honors from Discovery High School in Lawrenceville, Georgia, in May 2026. During high school, Jimmy was actively involved in the Victory Norcross Men’s Usher Team, Discovery High School Marching Band, Impact46, 21st Century Leaders Program, JROTC, and several other activities. Jimmy is currently completing a four-month Basic Training program at Fort Benning, Georgia, as he prepares for the next chapter of his academic and military journey. In Januar

On September 5, 2026, Covered Ministries Inc. joins organizations and individuals around the world in recognizing International Day of Charity, a day dedicated to generosity, compassion, and service to others. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012, International Day of Charity is observed annually on September 5, the anniversary of the passing of Mother Teresa, who devoted her life to serving people experiencing poverty and hardship. The day encourages pe

Covered Ministries Inc. Brings Back Mentor Thursdays at New Location Covered Ministries Inc. (CMI) welcomed Gwinnett County students back to its Mentor Thursday Program, a free youth mentoring and life-skills program designed to help students grow academically, socially, and personally. The returning program has a new home at Lucky Shoals Park in Norcross, 4651 Britt Road, Meeting Room #114, Norcross, Georgia, where participating students meet from 5:00–7:00 p.m. Mentor Thurs