The Community Foundation works closely with individual and family donors to strengthen their philanthropy and help them make smart investments in nonprofits. All of this begins with the dedication and hard work of our donors and their personal passion for philanthropy. Read below to learn more about how these extraordinary people are making a difference.
The Salwen Family
Hannah's Lunch Box Fund was inspired by a routine drive home in Atlanta. Fourteen-year-old Hannah was in the car with her father Kevin when she looked out the window to one side and noticed a homeless man who was often in this spot asking for help. She looked to her other side and saw a man driving a Mercedes and said to her dad, "If that man didn't have such a nice car, the homeless man over here could have a meal." And so began the Salwen family's exploration in selling half of their materials to contribute more to philanthropy.
Read MoreThe Giving Mutt Fund
Both Margaret and Bob Reiser were active in Atlanta’s nonprofit sector when they met. After they married, they decided to have their new blended family participate in a fund at The Community Foundation. In 2007, Margaret and Bob Reiser, her two children, his two children and their four respective spouses participated in their first family meeting.
Read MoreThe David Satcher Fund
The spirit of giving was instilled in Dr. David Satcher very early on. “Growing up on a small farm in rural Alabama, I remember my mom taking milk from our cow to others, as well as the vegetables we grew,” he says. “We appreciated the fact that you were supposed to share with others.” This value has stayed with Dr. Satcher throughout his life and it’s one he has developed in his own family.
Read MoreThe Rollins Family
“It’s been really important for us to educate the younger generations about our family’s history and tradition of giving. It’s all about not forgetting the roots,” says Amy Rollins Kreisler. The roots Amy refers to are those of her grandparents, O. Wayne and Grace Crum Rollins.
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