Appalachian Children’s Center (ACC) is a child advocacy center in rural North Georgia that provides therapy, crisis intervention, community education, and parent training for child abuse victims and their caregivers. In 2024, ACC served nearly 600 clients from Fannin, Gilmer, and Pickens Counties – 60% of whom qualify as low-income. Supported by the Hilton Foundation, this zero-interest $250,000 bridge loan from NFF will bridge delayed grant payments as well as help cover transition costs for a recently acquired facility to meet rising service demand. Featuring seven therapy rooms, a youth sensory room, and a dedicated forensic interview suite, ACC’s new space will help ensure that children and families in the community continue to have access to services that can help them as they heal.