Our Why
At 360 Love Healing & Abundance, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we believe every heart deserves connection, human or animal. Founded by Ann Marie Young, a leader with over 25 years of experience in marketing, media, and community engagement, 360 Love was born from a personal journey and a powerful vision to unite seniors, at-risk youth, and rescue animals through purpose-driven activities that foster healing, connection, and compassion.
Our mission is to transform social isolation into shared purpose, build emotional resilience, and create lasting impact, sustaining and replicating respectful, supportive communities not only in Hall County, but in every city, every state, and every corner of the world.
Help us grow 360 Love to foster belonging, well-being, and positive community change.
360 Love in Action
Our unique 360 model includes youth, seniors, and rescue animals to create a self-reinforcing circle of purpose, healing, and growth
Youth (9–12)
Life skills · Mentorship · Enrichment · Resilience
Guided by partner activities and supported by 1:1 Senior engagement and animal-assisted activities, children build confidence, emotional agility, and real-world skills through hands-on projects and one-on-one mentoring.
Seniors (65+)
Purpose · Engagement · Storytelling · Reciprocal Care
Our elders reclaim meaning and community by sharing wisdom, participating in activities, and nurturing both youth and animals to rediscover their own strengths in the process.
Rescue Animals
Companionship · Comfort · Therapy · Emotional Support
Shelter rescue pets receive consistent love and care, while participants benefit from therapeutic interactions that reduce stress, combat loneliness, and encourage empathy.
What Sets Us Apart
Together, these three dynamic elements form the heart of 360 Love, turning isolated individuals into a thriving, compassionate community.
Interlinked Impact
Each pillar reinforces the other, from youth nurturing animals, seniors guiding youth and animals uniting both generations in joy and healing.
Reciprocal Ecosystem
No passive programming, everyone gives and receives, creating genuine bonds and shared purpose.
Experiential Learning
From gardening and art to financial literacy and pet care, our activities are designed to be immersive, practical, and deeply transformative.
Our Values
Together, we will create a community where loneliness transforms into deep connection, wisdom flows freely between generations, and the unconditional love of animals heal wounded hearts.
Compassion
We approach every senior, youth, and animal, with genuine care and kindness, ensuring every interaction nurtures trust and understanding.
Connection
We prioritize building meaningful relationships through purpose-driven partner activities that bridge generations and animals, fostering a true sense of belonging.
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all our partnerships and operations, honoring the trust our community places in us.
Empathy
We listen to understand each person’s story, allowing us to design programs that meet real emotional and social needs.
Inclusivity
We celebrate diversity of age, background, culture, and ability by ensuring our programs are accessible, welcoming, and affirming for everyone.
Collaboration
We believe in co-creating solutions, working hand-in-hand with partner organizations, community members, and volunteers to amplify our collective impact.
Resilience
We teach and model the ability to adapt, recover, and grow stronger both in our participants and within our own organization.
Empowerment
We equip seniors and youth with the skills, confidence, and agency to lead purposeful lives and to advocate for themselves and others.
Stewardship
We responsibly manage our resources for time, funds, and relationships to maximize long-term benefit for individuals, animals, and the broader community.
Growth
We pursue continuous learning and innovation, using data, feedback, and research to evolve our programs and deepen our impact.
Join Us
Our after-school program launches in October 2025, offering over 100+ (2025) hours of programming to more than 40 youth and seniors, along with 20+ rescue animals. Our sessions run Monday-Thursday from 3pm to 530pm following the Gainesville Public School calendar. These vital hours are designed to build a strong foundation for future growth and create a lasting impact for our youth, seniors, and animals. Join us as a partner, volunteer, or funder to make this vision a reality.
Core Services
Intergenerational Mentorship
Animal Bonding and Care
Life Skills Development
Creative Arts & Expression
Social-Emotional Learning
Community Engagement and Service
Therapeutic & Recreational Activities
Educational Workshops
Reflection & Personal Growth
Our Village
Diane Kniowski
Board Chair
Eva Aguirre Cooper
Vice Chair
Tiffany Snyder
Secretary
Corean Canty
Director of Community & Partnerships
Ann Marie Young
Executive Director
Join Our Circle of Change
Together, we will create Community where loneliness transforms into deep connection, wisdom flows freely between generations, and the unconditional love of animals heal wounded hearts.
