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Atlanta Habitat CEO reflects on Jimmy Carter’s Legacy
In this video, Atlanta Habitat President & CEO Rosalyn Merrick recounts her experience attending the funeral of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter in Washington, D.C. with Atlanta Habitat’s...
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One Payroll Away: The High-Stakes Fight for Nonprofits
What Happens If the Safety Net Disappears?For decades, I’ve dedicated my career to leading and strengthening nonprofit organizations. I’ve seen firsthand what happens when mission-driven organizations...
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The Science of Reading: Scaling Beyond the Classroom
By Yolanda MarroquinFar too many children in Georgia struggle with reading, with only 30% of fourth graders reading at or above grade level. The Georgia Early Literacy Act (House Bill 538), enacted in...
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Conference veteran or just Conference-curious? Park Pride’s March Conference...
By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications Manager Greenspace experts, thought leaders, advocates and passionate community members gather to discuss the important role that parks...
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Rollins Family Honors Roots with $20 Million Gift for Theological Education
A recent gift to Emory’s Candler School of Theology can be traced to rural North Georgia a century ago. O. Wayne Rollins sat in the pews, sang from the songbooks, and took communion at Smith Chapel...
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The Black History of Giving in Atlanta
By Candice Jordan, Chief Development Officer, Atlanta Habitat for Humanity Atlanta’s history is Black history. Rich with stories of resilience, perseverance and opportunity, Atlanta is a mecca of...
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“As Long as We Keep Showing Up.” GEEARS’ Eighth Annual Strolling Thunder
“There are so many opportunities to lighten the load on young families, but I’m asking you to prioritize investing in TANF and consider enacting a state tax credit to help families make ends meet. I...
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Statewide Birding Trail Takes Flight in 2025
By Jared Teutsch, Executive DirectorNext year, in 2026, Birds Georgia will celebrate the 100th Anniversary of our founding in 1926 as the Atlanta Bird Club making us Georgia’s oldest, continually...
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From Bystanders to Lifesavers: Why CPR Training Must Be the New Normal
February is American Heart Month—a time when we’re reminded that heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the U.S. But beyond prevention, there’s a crucial conversation we must amplify:...
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MARCH 13 HOUSING FORUM: Regional Action on Affordable Housing Development
Is the dream of homeownership out of reach? Nearly every state and city in the nation faces the triple threat of all-time high home sale prices, soaring mortgage interest rates, and a persistent lack...
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Jerome Bettis, “The Bus,” Stops at the Big Game for Heart Health
By Toni Perling Pro football legend Jerome Bettis, the former running back better known as “The Bus,” brought a heart health message to the big game in New Orleans on behalf of the CDC Foundation and...
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Status of Eviction Courts: Updates from Metro Atlanta’s Magistrate Judges
Eviction courts play a critical role in Metro Atlanta’s housing landscape, affecting families, landlords, and community stability. At Star-C’s recent February Breakfast, the chief magistrate judges...
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Housing-First Works: The Proof is in the People We Serve
For 125 years, Hope Atlanta has been a beacon of support for our neighbors in need, including those experiencing homelessness. While housing-first strategies are often debated in policy circles, the...
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160 Years Later: The Promise of the Freedman’s Bank Lives On
160 years ago, America made a promise.On March 3, 1865, in the final days of the Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln and Congress established the Freedman’s Savings Bank—a radical idea at the time....
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We Know What to Do—Now Let’s Do It
I recently addressed a room full of business owners and corporate decision-makers at a Welcome to Georgia reception to kick off the national supplier diversity conference in Atlanta. My challenge to...
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The GMSDC Celebrates Women’s History Month: Honoring Women Who Shape the Past...
The Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC) is celebrating a milestone anniversary in 2025…50 years of facilitating business partnerships and stimulating the economy of the Great State of...
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The Uphill Battle: Nonprofits Fighting to Keep Our Neighbors Housed
Nonprofits working to end homelessness face an uphill battle every day. Even in the best of times, the road to stable housing is filled with obstacles—rising housing costs, limited funding, and growing...
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Four Emory students selected for internship with legendary producer Jermaine...
Four Emory University undergraduate students have been selected for a remarkable internship opportunity with Grammy-winning producer Jermaine Dupri and his iconic record label, So So Def. Initially...
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The Business Case for Solving Homelessness in Atlanta
Homelessness isn’t just a humanitarian issue; it’s an economic one. When people lose housing, businesses lose employees, healthcare costs rise, and public services are strained. The cost of inaction is...
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Community reaction to Park Pride Grant makes a great headline: “This is real...
By Hannah E. Jones, Park Pride’s Marketing & Communications ManagerHome, community, resilience, a place to dream – these are just a few words that neighbors use to describe Four Corners Park.Four...
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