Category: Philanthropy

By Kristin Allin, Chelsea Arkin and Dr. Bambie Hayes-Brown, co-chairs, HouseATL Policy Working Group Progress is made when people take the initiative to fix broken systems by working together. HouseATL is a coalition of 385 civic leaders from business, finance, foundations, government, grassroots organizations, healthcare, and law committed to addressing the growing housing crisis in […]

At Osborne High School in Marietta, students and teachers are very familiar with the EITC (Earned Income Tax Credit).  For over 20 years, Michael Devault, teacher and Department Chair of Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education (CTAE) at Osborne, has helped hundreds of students become certified tax preparers with the purpose of utilizing their skills for […]

By Ian Connell, program coordinator, The Horizon Forum Atlanta is setting a precedent of collaboration among nonprofit leaders, donors and community foundations to build institutional strength in the Muslim philanthropic community and grow its integration into the world of philanthropy at large. In a remarkable display of unity and commitment, a collective of over 20 […]

United Way doesn’t just want to fund initiatives to uplift children, families, and communities— they want active community members to learn about the issues facing their neighbors so that they can be a part of collaborative solutions. That’s why they’re sharing invaluable child well-being data across Greater Atlanta with their InForum Series. In their 2023 […]

United Way of Greater Atlanta is asking you to consider making a difference this holiday season by giving to their Child Well-Being Fund. If you give before the end of 2023, Delta Air Lines will match your pledge, up to $100,000. Nearly 500,000 of Greater Atlanta’s 1.2 million children and youth live in areas of […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Located in southwest Atlanta, Historic Thomasville is a strong and tight-knit community. The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta has collaborated with residents for years. In 2022, conditions at the Forest Cove apartments reached crisis level. The Community Foundation partnered with the City of Atlanta and other organizations in a $9+ million effort to relocate roughly […]

Mary Wilson, one of Ubuntu Community Catalyst’s three co-founders, says the organization is “emerging.” Although Ubuntu is new — they officially became a nonprofit in 2020 after receiving a planning grant from United Way of Greater Atlanta — the extent of their work in such a brief period of time suggests otherwise. According to United […]

By Erica Stephens, Founder & Executive Director, Nana Grants, Inc. The United States marched off a child care cliff last week. How else can I describe our relentless move toward this inevitable outcome? This manufactured crisis is the result of expiring pandemic emergency relief funds that had helped thousands of child care centers pay their […]

If you’ve ever had the pleasure of visiting Clarkston, you know that it’s earned its title as “the Ellis Island of the south.” Since the 1990s — when refugee resettlement programs designated the city as an ideal place for displaced individuals and families — Clarkston has amassed a hugely diverse population that continues to grow. […]

By PushPush Arts staff At PushPush Arts, our mission is to incubate artists and their original work through collaboration, inclusion, experimentation, and innovation. Our vision is to serve as a robust creative hub with distinctive development opportunities and resources. For 25 years, we have supported thousands of working Atlanta artists, offering residencies, studio rentals, performance […]

Representatives from Women United and United Way President Milton Little were able to share the importance and impact of the organization’s Child Well-Being Movement. Other spotlighted community members include Atlanta City Council member Keisha Sean Waites and City of College Park Mayor Bianca Motley Broom. Also in attendance was Atlanta Dream Vice President and friend of United Way […]

By Nikonie Brown-McManus  Maya Packer is a sophomore public relations major at the University of Southern California (USC) where she serves as the editor of Black., a vertical of Annenberg Media that focuses on Black student stories. She is also the PR & Brand Manager for The Cardinal Divas of SC, the first and only majorette team at USC. […]