Author Archives: Atlanta Beltline Partnership

On Feb. 28, 2026, the Atlanta Beltline continues its 10-year tradition of community empowerment with the launch of its 2026 Empowerment Workshop Series — kicking off with a hands-on, goal-setting workshop designed to connect people’s vision with practical action. The Vision Board Party at Plywood Place will urge people to blend creativity with strategy, clarify […]

As the Atlanta Beltline turns 20, let’s take a moment to reflect on what’s been accomplished so far and what lies ahead.  This anniversary is more than a milestone: It is a celebration of a collective vision.  Neighborhoods connected, parks created, trails built and communities strengthened. It’s also a call to action, because public and […]

Atlanta faces some of the highest income inequality in the nation, with median household incomes showing stark disparities across communities. This October, as we observe National Financial Planning Month, the Atlanta Beltline is celebrating by expanding our commitment to community empowerment beyond trails, parks and housing. In partnership with Bank of America, we’re launching workshops […]

One of the most popular ways that Atlantans experience the Atlanta Beltline is through running and walking. Our fitness programs are designed to encourage physical activity and support residents and visitors in pursuing healthier, more active lifestyles. One way we celebrate that is through our three-event race series, in partnership with the Atlanta Track Club: […]

June is National Home Ownership Month, and there’s never been a better time to celebrate the transformative power of homeownership in Atlanta. At the Atlanta Beltline, we’re not just building trails and parks; we’re building pathways to generational wealth and community stability that will benefit Atlantans for decades to come. The numbers tell an inspiring […]

It’s time to celebrate: It’s finally spring in the City of Atlanta. As the weather begins to warm up and residents find themselves spending more time outdoors, the Atlanta Beltline continues to transform urban living, offering a vibrant, accessible space where community, creativity and wellness converge. This spring, we’re highlighting the diverse ways you can […]

We’re witnessing a transformative moment for Atlanta’s Westside as several major initiatives come together to create lasting positive change in our communities. Through our Advancing the Vision campaign, generous donors are supporting the creation of two new parks along the Atlanta Beltline’s Westside corridor while ensuring current residents are able to enjoy the benefits these […]

As we close out 2024, the Atlanta Beltline Partnership thanks its partners, corporate sponsors, donors, and volunteers for powering tremendous growth. As we collectively work with Atlanta Beltline, Inc. and others to connect 45 neighborhoods, build community, and promote sustainable economic development in Atlanta for generations to come, we’re grateful for the support we receive […]

Planning and fundraising are underway for the new Bike Park at Westside Park.  Catalyzed by a generous lead gift from the Chestnut Family Foundation, this project will be one of Atlanta’s most distinctive and inclusive biking facilities, bringing a fresh recreational opportunity to communities across the metro area that users of all ages, abilities, and […]

By Tamia Goodman, Associate Director of Engage Programs In the heart of Atlanta, a movement is growing. It’s not just about getting fit; it’s about families coming together, communities bonding, and neighborhoods that have long awaited their share of attention finally receiving it.  The Atlanta Beltline Partnership’s Free Family Fitness program is bringing new opportunities […]

According to a recent report from national real estate data provider Attom Data Solutions LLC, Atlanta experienced one of the highest spikes in property taxes in the country last year. Property taxes for single-family homes in metro Atlanta increased by an average of 15.2% from 2022 to 2023. Metro Atlanta had the fifth-largest year-over-year average […]

The Atlanta BeltLine Partnership (ABP) has kicked off its highly popular Free Fitness program, reaffirming its dedication to enhancing the health and well-being of residents across BeltLine communities. With a steadfast commitment to ensuring that fitness opportunities are accessible to all, the initiative aims to remove barriers and promote active lifestyles for individuals of all […]

By Rich Kenah, CEO of the Atlanta Track Club When Atlanta Track Club was founded in 1964, its focus was competition. While we have always welcomed everyone at our events regardless of speed, age, gender or race − as shown by the growth of our flagship event, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race, into the […]

By Rob Brawner, Atlanta BeltLine Partnership Executive Director Many of us have heard the adage, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago.  The second-best time is now.” This is truer than ever about the opportunity to align investments in parks and affordable housing in Atlanta.  In the past few weeks, there […]

As the largest greenspace along the BeltLine, Westside Park is a critical component of the larger BeltLine vision. By Rob Brawner, Executive Director of Atlanta BeltLine Partnership The opening of Westside Park – the largest jewel on the BeltLine Emerald Necklace – has generated much excitement and is the result of years of hard work […]