Successful Game Night Raises Money for New Building

Guests participated in an engaging evening of high-stakes game play, emphasizing the real-life stakes for young individuals aging out of foster care. Professional dealers guided attendees through the experience, offering insights and strategy while fostering a lively atmosphere. More than just entertainment, the event underscored Northern Star’s commitment to providing safe spaces and opportunities for at-risk youth, with funds raised directly supporting the organization’s new building project.

Anticipation is already building for the second annual High Stakes Game Night in February 2026! Guests are eager to reunite for another exciting evening, supporting Northern Star’s mission!

Thank you to platinum sponsors: Senator & Mrs. Gooch, Montaluce Winery, Cornatzer & Associates, Inc.

Silver sponsors: Hollaway Electric, Dahlonega General Store, Dover Realty, Amerigroup, 1st Franklin Financial


“A great building must begin with the immeasurable, must go through measurable means when it is being designed, and in the end must be unmeasured.”
– Louis Kahn, one of the Greatest 20th Century US Architects

Our retiree volunteers helped install all of the doors and windows.
JB Metals did a fantastic job on the metal roof!
Thank you to all of those on the Exovations team that made this huge siding project a reality! This mission wouldn’t be possible without incredible partners like Randall Brothers and James Hardie, whose generous donations of building materials are bringing Northern Star’s new 9-bedroom residential facility to life! Together, we’re not just building homes-we’re building hope.

With every board, beam, and nail, this home is becoming a safe haven for young adults seeking stability, growth, and opportunity. And we’re getting so close to the finish line!