By Erin Drury Boorn, senior philanthropic advisor, Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta This past week the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta hosted Coventry Edwards-Pitt, author of Raised Healthy, Wealthy and Wise for our annual Center for Family Philanthropy event. This event is a chance for our donors to learn more about how they want to […]
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Creating a LINC to like-minded professionals
According to the late, great Muhammad Ali, “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.” His words serve as a cornerstone for the reason I’m a community volunteer.
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The right tools build a stronger nonprofit
Although investing in programs is important, I am here to challenge you to consider making an investment that will strengthen an organization from within.
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Beyond Books with the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance
To prepare the rising generation of nonprofit workers, the Nonprofit Leadership Alliance offers the Certified Nonprofit Professional credential, aimed at equipping students with practical experiences, skills and networks.
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A 5k on an airport runway? Yeah, it happened…
3.1 miles on a runway at the world’s largest airport. 1,985 runners from across the country lined up at dawn. And an Olympian, Mayor, United Way of Greater Atlanta’s spokeskid and our very own CEO were leading the pack.
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Greater Atlanta stepped it up this summer
Summer’s coming to a close and kids are back in school. They’re making new friends, learning new skills and growing like weeds. And to do all this, they need fuel. Like sunshine to a seedling, the food they’re getting during the school day is giving them the energy they need for their brains and bodies. […]
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Volunteer in your community June 21
On June 21, United Way of Greater Atlanta is joining thousands of people in more than 300 communities from Greater Atlanta to Ghana for Day of Action.
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Succession planning makes nonprofits stronger
Join us on Tuesday, June 14 for a webinar focused on executive transitions and succession planning, as well as the 2016 Embrace the Future program, which will launch in August.
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New Spark Prize offering community innovation grants with a $25,000 top prize
Does Spark Prize sound as exciting to you as it does to us? This philanthropic competition was first introduced last year at the C3 Conference and we are thrilled to be currently offering it in Gwinnett County.
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Bloom Where You Are Planted
This spring, be mindful of what has helped you to bloom, commit to digging deeper to richer earth, and how you might plant a seed that helps our communities thrive.
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Not your typical shoebox…
The next time you are about to toss your shoebox, think twice. With a little imagination you can turn it into something special, but most of all, you can fill it with hope.
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Helping to End Childhood Homelessness in Greater Atlanta
The facts surrounding homelessness among school children in Greater Atlanta are cause for alarm. Learn how you can help.
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Investing in your future
While I only meet a few students who apply for our scholarships, I am always awed by their accomplishments and moved by their stories.
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Make Thoughtful Year-End Giving Decisions
With the end of the year coming rapidly, making thoughtful decisions about year-end giving can feel overwhelming, but I am here to help.
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Improving Our Community’s Financial Well-Being
Every day I help people learn how to manage their money. So, you can imagine my disappointment when a new report ranked Georgia the third worst state in the country for financial well-being.
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The Millennial Donor Perspective – Engage Me!
If you don’t get millennials invested in what you’re doing, soon, you might not be doing anything at all.
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For Nonprofits, Cash Flow Management is King
We want to give nonprofit leaders a clear and easy path for getting basic financial help and build on their strengths. Check out our Nonprofit Bridge Loan Fund and let us know what you think.
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Want a Stronger Community? Help Our Schools
We have the power to work collectively to lift up struggling schools and ensure a brighter future for our children and community.
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Coca-Cola Executive Celebrates Anniversary with Day of Service
When Ceree Eberly, The Coca-Cola Company’s senior vice president and chief people officer, wanted an innovative way to celebrate her 25th anniversary with Coke, she called on United Way.
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Technology + Nonprofits: The Perfect Match
New technology provides new opportunities for nonprofits to make a greater impact in our communities. Here are three tools we use at United Way to help us share our vision, work more efficiently and even increase donations.
