The North Gwinnett Cooperative provides food, clothing, financial assistance and spiritual support to residents of Buford, Suwanee and Sugar Hill, Georgia.

Services Provided:
(Applicants must qualify to receive assistance. See below for instructions on how to apply.)

   • Bread and bakery goods – Available to each household on a weekly basis

   • Groceries – Available once every 60 days per household ( for Senior Citizens ( 60+) twice per      month )

   • Financial assistance is available on a first come, first serve basis and is available once per      year per household. We do not set up appointments.
   • Utilities, including gas, electric and water. We do not assist with telephone or cellular phone      bills or with deposits or reconnection fees.
   • Prescription medication - Non-narcotic medication only
 
   • Emergency assistance for other needs may be available under extreme circumstances.

   • Community Thrift Store – The Co-op operates a community thrift store that offers children’s      and adult clothing, toys, shoes, bedding, small household and other miscellaneous items. The      thrift store is open to the public and is a primary source of funds for the Co-op.

    To Qualify for Assistance you must:
   •  Live in Buford, Suwanee, or Sugar Hill, GA
   •  Have a Georgia state photo ID
   •  Provide proof of residency (recent utility bill or rental/mortgage agreement)
   •  Provide proof of income for every member of your household that receives income. This       includes:

          • Wages                               • Food Stamps
          • Child support                     • TANF
          • Social Security                  • Other income that you may receive
          • Disability

This information is required each time you request assistance. If you do not live in our service area, click here for other agency resources that may be able to assist.