By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride Marketing & Communications Manager Earlier this month, we celebrated something big — the graduation of our inaugural Park Stewardship Academy (PSA) cohort! It was a lively event, with Park Pride and the graduates gathering to commemorate their hard work and dedication over the last few months. The class even […]
Category: Thought Leadership
Posted inPhilanthropy
Charitable Funds: Selecting the right tool for the job
As your go-to partner for philanthropic planning, the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta is here to help you match your client’s goals with the right charitable fund to fulfill their ambitions. At first, the options can feel overwhelming, but each fund type is designed to do something different. Here’s a quick primer on a few […]
Posted inSustainable Communities
Housing Shelter Serves Community with Greater Sustainability
One of The Salvation Army of Metro Atlanta’s many facilities—a 324-bed emergency and transitional housing shelter called Red Shield Services—recently completed energy and water efficiency upgrades through Southface Institute’s GoodUse program. GoodUse provides financial and technical assistance to retrofit nonprofit buildings so that utility bill savings can be invested back into core services to the […]
Posted inHistoric Westside
November Summit Recap: Georgia Institute of Technology and its Impact on the Historic Westside
Community members and business leaders attended the November 17 Transform Westside Summit for a glimpse into Georgia Tech’s dynamic role in community development, innovation, and inclusivity under President Dr. Angel Cabrera’s visionary leadership. The event showcased the university’s commitment to creating positive change and fostering a collaborative and thriving community. As always, the morning opened […]
Posted inWorkforce Development
Goodwill of North Georgia provides a second chance
Tyeisha Marshall found herself in a challenging situation when she was eight years into a 20-year sentence at Arrendale State Prison. She knew that she would need a job to make a successful comeback, but that would be tough considering her criminal record. Fortunately, someone referred her to the Welding program offered by Goodwill of […]
Posted inMoney Matters
These Four Key Principles Will Help You Secure Your Financial Future in the New Year
The end of the year is often a time of reflection and looking ahead to new beginnings. It’s also when many Americans set New Year’s resolutions — including those that revolve around personal finances. Whether you’re looking to spend less, save more, pay down debt, increase your retirement funds or make a large purchase such […]
Posted inPeople, Places & Parks
Atlanta Businesses Invest Full Circle in Their Atlanta BeltLine Communities
By Nicole Love, Atlanta BeltLine Partnership Director of Corporate Partnerships and Individual Giving Atlanta is known for its diverse and vibrant communities, and our business leaders recognize the value of actively contributing to their well-being. Many choose to demonstrate their commitment to our city and its people through the Connectors Circle. A flagship initiative of […]
Posted inPhilanthropy
Innovative nonprofit leader brings equitable education across Greater Atlanta
Josette Hutton Evans is founder and CEO of Metamorphasis Powerhouse Company, an award-winning nonprofit focused on education equity in areas of literacy, STEM, career readiness, and child well-being across eight counties in Greater Atlanta. “I believe everyone has a basic human right to become their best selves through the catalyst of education. It is my […]
Posted inSecuring Atlanta's Future
Stronger Together: The GEEARS Community is Galvanized for 2024
On Friday, December 1st, the Child Care Advocacy Task Force of the Georgia Infant-Toddler Coalition gathered 35 impassioned early childhood advocates from all over the state. (When you watch seven Savannahians spill out of a single van after a wee-hours departure, you know they’re committed!) In a most-of-the-day meeting, these Coalition members connected, strategized for […]
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Goodwill celebrates grand reopening of Winder store
After undergoing a complete internal renovation, the Winder Goodwill celebrated its grand reopening on Thursday, November 30. The Goodwill of North Georgia team worked tirelessly to revamp the shopping, donating, and working experience for everyone supporting the nonprofit. The Winder store and donation center have been serving the community since 2007. Now, with its newly […]
Posted inHigher Education
Symposium hosted by Emory addresses maternal health crisis facing women across Georgia
The numbers are stark. Women in Georgia are nearly twice as likely to die during pregnancy or within one year of the end of pregnancy than the national rate, and Black women in the state are three times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white women. This issue was the basis of conversation at an event […]
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Student and parent loan payments have restarted. What does that mean for borrowers?
By Dominque Feloss, program associate, Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta Postsecondary education- including certifications, 2-year degrees, 4-year degrees, and graduate degrees- are still impactful ways to achieve economic mobility. An associate degree adds about $7,300 to a high school graduate’s annual income, while earning a bachelor’s degree adds $26,000 annually (Asset Funders). However, as the […]
Posted inPhilanthropy
United Way program interrupts cycle of poverty by promoting financial literacy
When Brian Richards began taking Financial Achievement Club classes through Community Restoration Project (CRP), his credit score was 512. After just three months of participation, it rose over 100 points. “It is a wonderful club. It really made me what I am today, [who] is a person who likes to make money and go to […]
Posted inPeople, Places & Parks
How to Give Green This Season: Rescue, Restore, Serve
By Nikki Belmonte “I don’t have much longer on this planet, and I want to spend my time in service.” That was a sentiment shared with me recently by one of our volunteers, Marilynne. She was voicing her frustration with the commercial box stores selling the invasive, exotic plants that we at Georgia Native Plant […]
Posted inWorkforce Development
Giving Tuesday: A Day to Give Back to Those in Need
As we prepare for the holiday season, it is essential to remember the true essence of this time of year – giving back to those in need. On November 28th, we celebrate Giving Tuesday, a day specifically designated for this purpose. At Goodwill of North Georgia, we take pride in being a part of this […]
Posted inSecuring Atlanta's Future
The Best of Humanity: Metro Atlanta’s Youth of the Year
By David Jernigan, President & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta At a time when the world seems to be falling apart, when mass shootings are on the rise, when war is taking hold in both Ukraine and the Middle East, and when hatred seems to be on full display, I needed […]
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Give Thanks by Giving Back
As we approach the holiday season, it’s important to remember the significance of Thanksgiving and its impact on our communities. At Goodwill of North Georgia, we believe that Thanksgiving is not just about the food and festivities but also about coming together with gratitude and appreciation for what we have and have to give. We […]
Posted inHigher Education
New Emory institute harnesses the power of AI to improve health equity, patient outcomes
Emory University is embarking on a new initiative that will unite the power of machine learning and big data to transform the ways in which health care systems prevent, diagnose, treat and cure diseases on a global scale. Launching this month under the umbrella of Emory’s AI.Humanity initiative, the Emory Empathetic AI for Health Institute will utilize […]
Posted inPhilanthropy
Empowering the Future: Championing democracy and civic education for high school students
By Jovan Paige, program officer Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta From coast to coast, there is an undeniable surge of interest and participation in democracy, signifying a fresh wave of accountability and empowerment. This trend is particularly pronounced in metropolitan hubs like Atlanta, where our community has a rich history of active civic engagement. In […]
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Reinvestment Fund’s Healthy Food Financing Initiative is Expanding Food Access in the Southeast
By Kahfii King, Program Manager Healthy Food Financing Initiative Reinvestment Fund has developed a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to improving the food landscape for underserved urban and rural communities. A key component of the approach is America’s Healthy Food Financing Initiative (HFFI), a public-private partnership administered by Reinvestment Fund on behalf of USDA Rural Development […]
