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The late Ted Turner to receive Lifetime Achievement Award on Nov. 5

The 40th anniversary of National Philanthropy Day will take place Nov. 5 at the Georgia Aquarium to celebrate individuals and organizations for their generosity, leadership and volunteerism. The Greater of Atlanta Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals is hosting the luncheon with Delta Air Lines as its presenting sponsor. The luncheon will present a […]

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Reporter’s Notebook: Veterans Day ceremony, MARTA’s Edgewood/Candler Park TOD locally recognized, Star Bar featured in music videos

Georgia elected Republicans on Nov. 8, from governor to attorney general and other state offices in Atlanta. One race, though, will go to a Dec. 6 runoff — incumbent Democrat Raphael Warnock and Republican Herschel Walker will compete for a seat in the U.S. Senate. For a look at how each Georgia county voted, click […]

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National Philanthropy Day celebrates giving in Atlanta

By Jamie Tobias, gift planning officer, Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta On November 9, the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) celebrated their 34th annual National Philanthropy Day, Georgia’s oldest and largest celebration of giving. A sell-out crowd of more than 1,000 people gathered to shine a light on the power of philanthropy in our region. […]

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