InTucker Magazine

Want to Give Back in Tucker?

^{Local Volunteer Groups and What They Do}

Citizens for Family Activities in Tucker organizes fun, family-friendly activities like the Juneteenth Jubilee for the residents of Tucker and surrounding areas. This month they will also hold an After School Swap, Buy, Barter & Boogie for parents to exchange and purchase school supplies, while their students enjoy indoor activities.

Friends of Disabled Adults and Children FODAC provides refurbished home medical equipment and other services to adults and children with disabilities. Keep an eye out for regular events to support their mission, including the upcoming FODAC Music Fest in September.

Friends of Tucker Trail coordinates fundraising, public relations, and community education opportunities to support the planning and construction of Tucker’s multi-use trails.

Friends of Tucker Parks Groups organize support for each of Tucker’s parks and the Tucker Recreation Center in the form of regular community work days to keep our parks free of invasive plants and an annual Rivers Alive cleanup.

Gwinnett-Tucker Toastmasters Club, one of the oldest Toastmaster clubs in Georgia and recognized as a President’s Distinguished Club, creates a positive learning environment for members to develop communication and leadership skills.

La Vista Lions Club serves the local community and provides fellowship among individuals who want to do the same.

MainStreet Tucker Alliance organizes the annual Tucker Day, encouraging residents to celebrate their community and its history.

Main Street Theatre Tucker works to bring the community together with high-quality, entertaining productions.

NETWorks Cooperative Ministry is a faith-based service that addresses food and financial needs of residents and partners with them to find long-term solutions to poverty.

Old Town Tucker Merchants Association supports a mix of shopping, dining and service options for residents and visitors.

Omega Support Center is a nonprofit organization providing resources and education to the community, including financial and business literacy classes as well as food and school supplies.

Tucker Arts Alliance works to connect artists in the Tucker area and supporting creativity through the sharing of resources and education.

Tucker Business Association creates networking, professional learning, business development, and more opportunities for business owners in the Tucker area.

Tucker Civic Association is a nonprofit, volunteer organization that promotes the health, safety, and welfare of Tucker residents regardless of age.

Tucker Cluster Council is a collection of parents and other stakeholders invested in Tucker Cluster schools and their future. TCC seeks to keep the community up to date with what’s happening in local education.

Tucker Historical Society shares local history and preserves personal and family histories. This includes recognizing notable properties and landmarks and sharing historical preservation resources.

Tucker Lifelong Community Committee works to transform Tucker into a welcoming city for people in all stages of life. Their goals include encouraging parks and green spaces, supporting schools, and raising awareness of community programs and spaces.

Tucker Optimist Club aids and encourages the development of youth through service. They promote community service and scholarship opportunities.

Tucker Orchard Guild plants and maintains fruit trees and bushes in the Tucker community and provides public education about their importance.

Tucker Rotary Club supports the community with contributions to area projects. Donation drives for disaster relief, cleanups, and fundraisers are just a few of the events the Tucker Rotary Club organizes and aids.