By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications Manager Fall is in full effect in Atlanta — with the leaves changing and boasting their multi-colored glory! Not only is this a great time to get outside, but also a prime opportunity to show up for your local parks. Over at Park Pride, we’ve been […]
Category: Thought Leadership
Posted inAtlanta Housing
Restoring Community: The Rebuilding of Bowen Homes
By Terri M. Lee An Atlanta that everyone can afford to call home is possible when we prioritize affordable housing products and our people. This is not conjecture or platitude. It is the principle upon which we are building one of the city’s most significant affordable housing redevelopments. Situated on Atlanta’s Westside, Bowen Homes was […]
Posted inPhilanthropy
Clayton-based nonprofit nurtures the minds and bodies of their littlest residents
Wande Okunoren-Meadows, Executive Director of Hand, Heart and Soul Project (HHSP), isn’t one to wait for permission. As a self-described “agitator,” her perseverance and dedication to the work is why the nonprofit is where it is today — and has plenty more room to grow. Co-founded by Okunoren-Meadows and her mother in 2018, HHSP advocates […]
Posted inSecuring Atlanta's Future
A Fun Gathering, a Fabulous Headliner, and Support For GEEARS: The Top Reasons You Want to Come to GEEARS’ Annual Luncheon
This year, GEEARS’ Annual Luncheon happens, appropriately enough, on Giving Tuesday, November 28th, at the Whitley Hotel. While the event is a fundraiser for us, we like to think the giving goes both ways! Three Reasons to Buy Your Annual Luncheon Tickets Today This mid-day soiree is famously fun. There’ll be, of course, a delicious […]
Posted inMoney Matters
Making a List, Checking It Twice: How to Get Through the Holiday Season with Your Budget Intact
The holidays are once again upon us, bringing with it the joy — and stress — of finding the perfect gift for that special someone. And while consumer spending is expected to surpass pre-pandemic levels for the first time this season, there’s no reason for everyone to hop on the bandwagon. In fact, Primerica’s most recent Financial Security […]
Posted inWorkforce Development
Honoring Our Veterans: Goodwill of North Georgia’s Commitment to Service
As we commemorate another Veterans Day this past weekend, it is crucial to reflect on the sacrifices made by our veterans to sustain the safety and freedom of our country. Goodwill of North Georgia acknowledges the contributions and sacrifices of our veterans and is proud to honor them every day. Goodwill of North Georgia has […]
Posted inPeople, Places & Parks
A Solar Future Where People and Nature Thrive
by Michael O’Reilly, Director of Policy and Climate Strategy, The Nature Conservancy Georgia is growing fast. To meet the energy needs of our expanding population and economy, electric utilities see large solar arrays as a key source for clean, low-cost energy. Solar energy is a smart choice for sunny Georgia if we do it in […]
Posted inSustainable Communities
G. Naeema Gilyard receives Dorothy Richardson Award for Resident Leadership
Metro Atlanta’s Naeema Gilyard is one of five national recipients of NeighborWorks America’s Dorothy Richardson Award for Resident Leadership. Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership nominated Gilyard for her work in environmental activism aimed at creating healthier environments for neighborhoods in Atlanta and Fulton County. Last weekend, NeighborWorks America honored Gilyard and the other resident leaders at a ceremony during the […]
Posted inWorkforce Development
Goodwill of North Georgia supports Veterans through transitional program ‘First Choice’
Veterans Day, previously known as Armistice Day, is a U.S. legal holiday that honors the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. As the holiday approaches, Goodwill of North Georgia takes pride in our commitment to supporting veterans in the community. Our mission of putting people to work includes understanding the unique challenges […]
Posted inHigher Education
Emory University establishes center to study how climate change impacts human health
A team of researchers from Emory University’s Rollins School of Public Health has been awarded a $3.8M grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to establish a center to study the impacts of climate change on health and help develop action-oriented strategies to protect the health of individuals and communities. Emory was one of the first […]
Posted inPhilanthropy
Atlanta region comes together to address harrowing racial wealth divide
In October 2022, the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta and a collaborative of nearly 50 partners worked with Wells Fargo on the Wealth Opportunity Realized Through Homeownership (WORTH) initiative. The group had one, singular goal: to build or preserve 6,000 homes for families of color by 2026. Just one year after that announcement, initial results […]
Posted inPhilanthropy
United Way of Greater Atlanta’s Women United to host annual Toast to Her
Join Women United for their annual Toast to Her celebration! What: Toast to Her is a fun-filled after work event that consists of networking, complimentary headshots, and a program that will honor incredible women who are making a difference in the fields of education, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and technology. Who: Honorees include owner of 3 Parks Wine Shop Sarah […]
Posted inFinancial Inclusion
Operation HOPE Announces Ninth Consecutive Four-Star Rating From Charity Navigator
Operation HOPE Continues Ranking in the Top Tier of the 200,000+ Nonprofits Rated by Charity Navigator Operation HOPE, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping low- and moderate-income Americans thrive in an ever-changing economy, today announced its strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned the organization a Four-Star Rating from Charity Navigator, […]
Posted inPeople, Places & Parks
Building Places Where Birds and People Thrive
By Jared Teutsch, Executive Director Drive anywhere in metro Atlanta and it’s easy to see the impacts of habitat loss and degradation —trees and hills covered in kudzu, impenetrable thickets of Chinese privet and Japanese honeysuckle, landscapes covered by English ivy — these habitats are not only unsightly, but they are also ecological deserts for […]
Posted inGlobal Health & Development
World Rabies Day: Bat Women Battle Rabies
By Toni Perling Something you might not know about bats: Bananas wouldn’t exist without them. Or avocados or mangoes, for that matter. But despite being key contributors to the ecosystem by pollinating fruit plants and feeding on crop-destroying insects, the species is probably most (in)famous for being one of the main carriers of the deadly […]
Posted inSecuring Atlanta's Future
Navigating ‘divisive concepts’ is tricky – this toolkit can help
By: Damian Ramsey, MSW Picture this scenario: A student asks their teacher, “Which party do you believe upholds the most democratic principles, Democrats or Republicans?” How should the teacher answer? Imagine another student tells their teacher, “I dislike that you said people don’t vote because it’s dangerous. That’s your personal opinion, and it’s fear mongering […]
Posted inWorkforce Development
Goodwill of North Georgia closes out National Disability Awareness Month with DeAndre Watkins’ success story
As National Disability Employment Awareness Month draws to a close, the success story of an individual who embodies the spirit of NDEAM has been highlighted by Goodwill of North Georgia. Despite being born deaf, DeAndre Gaskins has never allowed his disability to prevent him from achieving his goals. Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, DeAndre is known […]
Posted inWorkforce Development
Goodwill of North Georgia Job Training Programs Provide Employment Readiness
Goodwill of North Georgia has been recognized as the top-performing Goodwill in the country for helping job seekers secure employment. Goodwill’s Workforce Development Program offers a comprehensive training approach to prepare individuals for competitive employment. The program includes assessing work-related skills and experience, training in a competitive work environment such as a Goodwill store or […]
Posted inGlobal Health & Development
Centering MedShare’s Humanitarian Role During an International Crisis
By Jason Chernock, Director of Programs and Partnerships On October 7th, in the early morning hours, Israel suffered a devastating terrorist attack at the hands of armed Hamas militants. Hamas launched thousands of rockets toward Israel and breached through the perimeter fence of Gaza at multiple locations. Members of Hamas entered Israeli towns, communities, and […]
Posted inSustainable Communities
Heat Pumps Increase Home Efficiency in Any Weather
Heat pumps are a hot topic in the world of home appliances and systems today—and for good reason. They are energy efficient and reduce utility costs, and new tax incentives are becoming available through the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act that offset up-front costs. You will find heat pump technology in clothes dryers and water heaters, […]
