Atlanta man launches mobile laundry bus for unhoused people

Nicky Crawford helps Atlanta’s growing homeless population by providing them with access to basic human necessities. With the help of Georgia Tech engineering students, Crawford transformed a school bus into a mobile laundromat.

Crawford revealed the laundry bus to the Juneteenth Block Party on Wednesday. He has partnered with other organizations including PAD (Policing Alternatives & Diversion Initiative), the Morehouse School of Medicine, the Department of Veterans Affairs and local barbers.

“What we’re trying to do is get them clothes that they can have for the week so they can change clothes, because a lot of times it’s not them that smells, it’s the clothes.” , Crawford said. said 11 Living News.

In 2022, Crawford unveiled a mobile shower for the homeless community. Located behind Grady Hospital, theThe three-station trailer has sinks, toilets and showers capable of accommodating at least 50 people each week. Crawford also provides towels, toiletries, underwear and socks to its customers.

“When you sit down and talk to them, they’re just a member of the family. A family member who has gone through a difficult time. So we can all do something. Maybe not that. But we can all do something to help unhoused people in the Atlanta area,” Crawford said in an interview with

WSB-TV Atlanta.

The retired administrator says he believes his life’s mission is to help the homeless and unhoused community.

“God blessed me so much, I knew this was what I was meant to do,” Crawford said in a statement. Maintenance 2023.

Creation of Crawford Flowing with Blessings, a non-profit organization that helps the unhoused community meet their basic human needs such as haircuts, showers, health checks, and meals.

“At Flowing with Blessings, we believe that every person deserves to feel clean, comfortable and valued. With our services, we aim to empower homeless people and help them rebuild their lives with dignity.

To find out how you can support Flowing With Blessings, Click here.

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