Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc. — Nonprofit Organization

Supporting Youth, Adults &Families Through CommunityCare, Resources & Opportunity.

We connect volunteers with meaningful opportunities today while working toward a future where every young person has a safe place to call home.

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Ways to Give For Grantmakers & Funders

Our north star

Youth, adults & families

Working toward a future where every young person has a safe place to call home.

Care, resources & opportunity

Support, education, and essential resources.

Support & education

Meet people with care that is practical and human.

Community outreach

Volunteer recruitment and the Volunteer Hub are operating now.

“Legacy is not what
you leave behind.
It is who you left better.”

Save the dates

Christmas gatherings for our community

Two holiday events are planned for families in our community. Details and registration differ by location, so please review each event below.

December 12 · Kennesaw

Community Christmas Party & Toy Giveaway

Saturday, December 12, 2026 · 1–5 PM
Kennesaw Recreation Center · 2737 Watts Drive, Kennesaw, GA 30144

Enjoy a free holiday meal, cookie decorating, crafts, music, games, and an ugly-sweater contest. Space is limited, so register your group for one arrival session: 1, 2, 3, or 4 PM. Each adult and child needs a free ticket. Toy giveaway availability is while supplies last.

Choose a session & register

Please select one arrival time and register everyone in your group (up to 8 tickets per registration). Check Eventbrite for the latest event details.

Event questions? Email events@tinneholly.org.

December 11 · Woodstock

Woodstock Christmas Toy Giveaway

Friday, December 11, 2026 · 3–6 PM
Ridgewalk Apartments · 1 Elena Way, Woodstock, GA 30188

A holiday gathering for families with free toys for children and food. Please register through Eventbrite for the latest event information.

Event questions? Email events@tinneholly.org.

Leadership

People•Purpose•Community•Opportunity

Larenas Harrison

Donor & CEO

Larenas is the visionary force behind the Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc. With a deep-seated passion for community service and youth empowerment, she founded the organization to address the critical gaps in mental health support and housing for vulnerable youth. Her leadership is defined by a commitment to fostering intergenerational connections and creating lasting, compassionate impact in the Georgia community.

Angela Currington

Program Operations Coordinator & Board Member

Angela brings a wealth of operational expertise to the foundation, ensuring that our outreach programs run with precision and heart. As a dedicated board member, she focuses on the strategic alignment of program goals with community needs, championing a culture of purpose-driven service and growth.

Ashleigh Selfridge

Secretary

Ashleigh serves as the foundation's Secretary, providing essential organizational oversight and ensuring that the organization's mission is reflected in its records and communications. Her dedication to transparency and community engagement is vital to the foundation's growth and the successful execution of its community-focused initiatives.

Elaine Reid

Director of Strategic Partnerships & Events & Board Member

Elaine is a strategic leader and certified life coach who bridges the gap between the foundation and the broader community. With a focus on building meaningful partnerships, organizing high-impact events, and empowering personal growth, she plays a key role in expanding the foundation's reach and securing the resources necessary to fuel our youth and senior programs.

Sean Allen

Board Member & Life Coach

Sean brings transformational coaching and mentorship expertise to the foundation. As a dedicated life coach, he ensures our youth programming is rooted in personal growth, resilience, and empowerment, helping every participant discover their potential.

Torian Batya

Board Member

Torian is a committed board member whose strategic insight and community-minded perspective supports the foundation's mission of creating lasting impact through service, connection, and intergenerational relationships.

Harmony Harrison

Interim Treasurer

Harmony provides financial stewardship and oversight for the foundation, ensuring transparency and accountability in every aspect of our operations. Her dedication to fiscal responsibility allows the foundation to focus its resources on serving youth, seniors, and the community at large.

John L. Sanders

Board Member

John L. Sanders is the Executive Aide to Georgia State Representative Roger Bruce (District 61) and brings deep community connections and government relations expertise to the foundation. With a long history of community service — including senior programs, youth advocacy, and community action leadership — he is a dedicated advocate for the communities the foundation serves. His experience in public service and community organizing strengthens the foundation's mission of creating lasting impact through intergenerational connection and service.

Volunteer leadership

Alejai Stokes

Volunteer Group Leader

Alejai Stokes serves as the Foundation's Volunteer Group Leader, supporting the volunteers who join us and helping build a welcoming, organized, and community-centered volunteer experience. She assists with volunteer coordination, community events, engagement, and outreach efforts designed to expand awareness and strengthen participation in the Foundation's mission.

With a focus on relationship-building and community participation, Alejai helps turn local support into meaningful action—strengthening the Foundation's ability to serve, grow, and create lasting impact.

Support

Meet people with care that is practical and human.

Education

Create pathways to understanding and confidence.

Resources

Help individuals and families access what they need.

Community Outreach

Volunteer-led community care.

Community care,
resources & opportunity.

Volunteers pack food and supplies into boxes for community support.

Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc.

Join Our Family

Join Us

Our volunteer program connects people with ways to support fundraising, events, outreach, and other foundation work as opportunities take shape. Roles depend on current openings, event requirements, and review. Create a profile to share your interests and availability, and we’ll follow up when a suitable opportunity is available.

Find your place

Volunteer With Us

Interested in volunteering with us? Share your interests and availability. Opportunities depend on current openings, event requirements, and review.

This form registers your interest and volunteer availability. Event placement is subject to review, event requirements, and available openings.

Information submitted through the Google volunteer-interest form is used by Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc. to review volunteer interest, communicate about opportunities, and support matching. We do not sell it. Please review the form’s own privacy and consent information before submitting.

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About / Our Mission

Long-term care starts with showing up.

More about the foundation

Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc. empowers compassionate people to create lasting impact through service — connecting volunteers with meaningful opportunities today, and working toward a future where every young person has a safe place to call home.

Support

Meet people with care that is practical and human.

Education

Create pathways to understanding and confidence.

Resources

Help individuals and families access what they need.

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Who we serve / What we’re building

Four connected areas of care and opportunity.

A larger service model is ahead

Safe, supportive housing for young people and the broader service model surrounding it remain long-term goals, not completed services.

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Programs & Initiatives

A planned adult and family support effort focused on outreach, education, support, and essential resources.

Explore this work

Operating now · Proof of concept

A live proof of concept for youth connection.

The Ink Exchange serves youth ages 8–17 in Cobb County through intergenerational letter writing. Program location details are being finalized and will be shared once confirmed.

Read the Ink Exchange update

Take Action

The moment to move together is now.

Big change begins when community voices, generosity, and willing hands point in the same direction. Choose the next step that fits you.

Community members place their hands together in a circle of support.

Raise your voice

Start a Petition / Raise Your Voice

The foundation amplifies community voices. Tell us what your neighbors need and help move a shared concern forward.

Start with contact

Volunteers organize practical supplies and care kits for families.

Fuel the work

Donation Drive / Give

Make a secure online donation through the foundation’s official PayPal page.

No payment processing is available on this site.

Donate

Volunteers serve food at a warmly lit community fundraising event.

Show up

Volunteer Outreach / Show Up

Bring your time, skills, and care to the Volunteer Hub. Find an opportunity or create your profile to get started.

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Stories from the Field

Real work, still unfolding.

A clear-eyed look at the partnerships, plans, and opportunities taking shape across the foundation’s community.

Youth programming

A thoughtful approach taking shape

Youth programming is launching/developing with a focus on connection, confidence, and support. Specific opportunities will be shared as they are confirmed.

Learn more

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Community cleanups

A planned way to serve

Community cleanup opportunities are being developed for neighbors who want to care for shared spaces. Availability will be confirmed directly.

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Ways to Help

There is a place for what you bring.

See all ways to help

Volunteer through the Hub

Explore the Volunteer Hub, create a profile, and express interest in ways to serve as opportunities are confirmed.

Take the next step

Express interest in event support

Share your interest in setup, guest assistance, outreach, and other event roles as the foundation develops them.

Take the next step

Help the Foundation

Share your skills, time, or interest in helping the foundation’s community-centered work.

Take the next step

Explore board interest

Connect with the foundation to learn more about ways to contribute your leadership.

Take the next step

Give In-Kind / Wish List

Practical gifts can carry the work forward.

In-kind gifts — supplies, welcome kits, program materials, and event essentials — directly support the foundation’s work and help turn care into something people can feel.

No active online wish list is available right now. Contact us to arrange an in-kind donation.

Ask about in-kind gifts

Ready to connect?

Learn about youth programming.

Explore youth programming

Contact

Let’s build what comes next.

For questions about the foundation, its initiatives, or ways to participate, reach out directly.

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Office

Mailing

P.O. Box 440973
Kennesaw, GA 30160

info@tinneholly.org

Donations

donate@tinneholly.org

Phone

(404) 334-5782

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A 501(c)(3) public charity

Tinne Holly Larenas Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) public charity committed to addressing youth homelessness, the mental-health crisis, and urgent community needs through its mission and initiatives.

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