The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta inspires and leads the Atlanta region toward equity and shared prosperity for all who call it home. TogetherATL is the Foundation’s strategic ethos, working through a collaborative approach with community stakeholders, donors, nonprofits, and others to examine complex challenges the region faces and create solutions that build a thriving region. Formed in 1951, the Community Foundation today shepherds approximately $1.4 billion in current assets through its 1,000+ donor funds, while simultaneously raising and deploying more than $120 million annually to thousands of nonprofit organizations. It is Georgia’s second-largest foundation.
External link for Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta
191 Peachtree Street NE
Suite 1000
Atlanta, GA 30303, US
Inspiredu Atlanta, a past grant recipient, is one of seven finalists for The Kelly Clarkson Show's Good Neighbor Of The Year! Congratulations and good luck! 🎉
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When James Preston Lyons had to leave his Ivy League dream behind during the Great Depression, he vowed to ensure other students wouldn’t face the same financial barrier. In 1987, he fulfilled that promise by creating the Nancy Penn Lyons Scholarship in honor of his beloved wife. For decades, this scholarship has helped Georgia students bridge the financial gap to pursue their dreams. Discover how this legacy—and others like it—are shaping futures. Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4g1goe3
Cynthia Padilla Pearson, program officer, sees philanthropy as more than a way to provide support. She also sees it as a tool for liberation and systemic change. Learn more in this week's SaportaReport: https://bit.ly/3CXkUvZ
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With just over a month left in the year, there is still time for your clients to think about charitable giving. Here are some upcoming deadlines to consider: 📅 Friday, November 29: ✅ Year-end grants 📅 Tuesday, December 3: ✅ Estate gift ✅ IRA distributions ✅ Mutual funds ✅ Privately-held assets 📅 Friday, December 6: ✅ Real estate Check out the full list of our year-end giving guidelines below.
The Community Foundation serves many roles in the region, striving to make a difference in our community. Every task, from philanthropic advising to nonprofit promotion, ultimately serves one purpose – to bring people together. Dive into the different ways we've been sparking connections: https://lnkd.in/eRKwFuut
📈 Big gains, bigger impact! With 2024 bringing impressive returns—like Bitcoin soaring over 140% YTD—there’s no better time to turn your gains into good. Donating appreciated assets like cryptocurrency or stocks can help avoid a capital gains tax bill while amplifying your giving. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gpk3wa-e
Through the GoATL Community Capacity Fund, Capital Good Fund found a partner in our Foundation to expand into Georgia, and the results are remarkable: 📋 Providing loans of up to $20,000 to help families navigate the complex immigration process with reputable legal support. ☀️ Their Solar for All program has brought solar power to 75+ Georgia homes so far, with plans to do the same for another 16,000 households within four years. Learn more about this inspiring work on our blog: https://lnkd.in/gB2PcGBt
Securing farmland can be an uphill battle for aspiring farmers. Thanks to the GoATL Community Capacity Fund and The Conservation Fund's Working Farms Fund, two Georgia farms are thriving and providing fresh, local food: https://lnkd.in/eBHSbvby