Atlanta is a city that upholds the spirit of generosity and giving year-round.

This week's Best of Atlanta poll wants to know which local charities are closest to your heart.

Where can you donate your hard-earned dollars and time that will make the biggest impact?

Below is just a quick overview of the many deserving charities that help make Atlanta a better place to live for all.

As the holidays near, a special donation or gift of service might be all a local charity needs to make a difference in our community.

Vote for your favorite local charity below, or nominate it in the comments.

If you'd like to submit a write-in nominee, please email your pick to stephanie.toone@ajc.com.

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Amber Hicks and Cherokee County firefighter Justin Hicks were found dead from gunshot wounds inside their home in November 2021. (Cobb County Fire and Emergency Services)

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