September 1, 2010: Upcoming, Free Classes for Nonprofits
Nonprofits can now register to attend free classes offered through The Community Foundation's Nonprofit Effectiveness Program. Classes offered through October focus on board development, partnerships and governance structure.
Read MoreAugust 20, 2010: Responding to the Floods in Pakistan
For those interested in supporting relief efforts following the devastating floods in Pakistan, we have listed key organizations working and supporting on-the-ground relief. As many as 1,500 people have died in what officials have called Pakistan's worst flooding in 70 years and has affected the lives of nearly 14 million people.
Read MoreAugust 13, 2010: Scholarships to attend Regional Neighborhood Summit
The Neighborhood Fund is offering scholarships to neighborhood groups to attend the 2010 Regional Neighborhood Summit, where more than 700 metro Atlanta residents will gather to share, interact and learn from others how we build a stronger metro Atlanta region.
Read MoreAugust 2, 2010: Grantmaking Updates and Deadlines
There are multiple upcoming deadlines for nonprofits interested in funding through our competitive grantmaking programs and community initiatives. The Common Good Funds, Morgan Fund, Newton Fund and Grants to Green are currently accepting Letters of Intent for Funding.
Read MoreJuly 23, 2010: Neighborhood Fund Grantmaking
The Neighborhood Fund announces an upcoming Q&A session on July 28 for nonprofits and community groups interested in funding. The application deadline for the next grant cycle is August 8.
Read MoreJuly 13, 2010: New Atlanta AIDS Partnership aims for “no new cases”
The White House Office of National AIDS Policy today releases its first comprehensive national strategy to address HIV and AIDS in the United States. Locally, thenew Atlanta AIDS Partnership offers the promise of transforming the fight against AIDS in metro Atlanta.
Read MoreJuly 6, 2010: Connect with us on Facebook
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta has a Facebook page! Facebook will provide us an additional channel to share with you timely information about our work, our nonprofit community partners and our metro Atlanta region. Connect with us!
Read MoreJune 18, 2010: Fayette Fund Awards $32,500 in Grants to Top Nonprofits
Seven of Fayette County’s top nonprofit organizations have been awarded general operating support grants from the Fayette Fund at a time when nonprofits continue to face challenges as government funding is being cut and demand for services increases.
Read MoreJune 10, 2010: The Community Foundation Awards $765,000 through Common Good Funds
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta has awarded $765,000 in grants though its Common Good Funds to 11 metro Atlanta organizations to use where most appropriate. This year marks the second year the Foundation has focused on providing general operating support to improve the ability of nonprofits to make a difference and to strengthen the sector as a whole.
Read MoreJune 3, 2010: 18th Annual Jeffrey Fashion Cares
The 18th Annual Jeffrey Fashion Cares charity event and fashion show will be held on Monday, August 30 at 12th & Midtown. This signature event will once again benefit the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Greater Atlanta Affiliate and the Atlanta AIDS Fund (AAF), an initiative of The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta.
Read MoreMay 26, 2010: Announcing New Nonprofit Scholarship Classes
The Community Foundation recently announced the 2010 slate of classes for our Nonprofit Scholarship program. Learn what's new with this year's classes and how to take advantage of this opportunity.
Read MoreMay 18, 2010: Gulf Coast and Tennessee Flood Relief
There have been two significant disasters in the Southeast in the last month, the Gulf Coast Oil Spill and the floods in Middle Tennessee. As a result, community foundations in both areas have established funds for those interested in providing financial support.
Read MoreMay 5, 2010: Arts Fund Spring 2010 Grantees
The Arts Fund has awarded $500,000 in general operating support to ten local organizations during its Spring 2010 grant cycle. This is the second year of increased grants supported through the Atlanta Arts Recovery Initiative.
Read MoreApril 22, 2010: Covington students learn philanthropy first-hand
Working hand-in-hand with the Newton Fund of The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, middle school students at the Montessori School of Covington have awarded grants totaling $1,000 to local nonprofit organizations serving Newton County.
Read MoreApril 7, 2010: Foundation Wins National Public Policy Award
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta is the 2010 recipient of the Council on Foundations’ Paul Ylvisaker Awardfor Public Policy Engagement for our work to improve outcomes for foster youth as they age out of the foster care system.
Read MoreMarch 29, 2010: Apply for a Nonprofit Toolbox Award
Nonprofits interested in strengthening their management, governance and operations should consider applying for a Nonprofit Toolbox award. The next deadline to apply is Thursday, April 1.
Read MoreMarch 22, 2010: Neighborhood Summit Presentations
The Neighborhood Summit Planning Committee invites you to submit a presentation application for the 2010 Neighborhood Summit. The annual event brings together community leaders, activists and members from across the region to discuss issues of mutual importance.
Read MoreMarch 17, 2010: Neighborhood Fund Upcoming Orientation
There will be an online orientation session for the Neighborhood Fund on Wednesday, March 24 at 6:30 pm. Nonprofits interested in funding for 2010 are encouraged to attend. The Neighborhood Fund empowers community members to positively impact neighborhoods at the local level.
Read MoreMarch 12, 2010: Grants to Green Spring 2010 Documents
Attention nonprofits interested in renovating or building more environmentally-friendly workplaces. Grants to Green is now accepting applications for its Spring 2010 grant cycle. Visit the Grants to Green webpage for application documents and information on an upcoming orientation session.
Read MoreMarch 5, 2010: New Local Leadership
The Community Foundation is pleased to announce new leadership for two of its local funds. The Newton Fund welcomes Barbara Morgan as board chair. Steve Forsyth will chair The Fayette Fund advisory board. Local Funds of The Community Foundation respond to the charitable needs of local communities.
Read MoreFebruary 25, 2010: Healthy Belvedere Helps Knollwood Elementary Assess Physical Education
Healthy Belvedere, a partnership between Kaiser Foundation Health Plan for Georgia, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, is helping DeKalb County's Knollwood Elementary School assess how well it's meeting students' physical education needs.
Read MoreFebruary 22, 2010: What's Right with the Region!
The Civic League for Regional Atlanta will celebrate its fourth annual event, "What's Right with the Region!," on Thursday, February 25, 2010. Each year, this event brings together community and business leaders for an evening of networking, an exciting program featuring a keynote address and the presentation of multiple awards.
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2010: Audrey Jacobs speaks with WABE
Audrey Jacobs, director of the Center for Family Philanthropy at The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, speaks with WABE's Steve Goss about the work of The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta to strengthen the region through quality service to donors and innovative leadership on community issues.
Read MoreFebruary 12, 2010: 2009 Giving Tops $138 million
In spite of the turbulent economic times of last year, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta and its more than 600 philanthropists gave a record estimated $138.4 million to nonprofits and faith-based organizations. Total gifts to The Community Foundation reached $115.5 million, the Foundation’s third highest year ever.
Read MoreFebruary 8, 2010: For the Love of Reading Competition
Our very own Alicia Philipp is helping Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy celebrate a decade of success. Recently she participated in the organization's first annual For the Love of Reading competition. And now she needs our votes!
Read MoreFebruary 8, 2010: Common Good Funds Grants $800,000 to 13 Organizations
The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta has awarded $800,000 in general operating support to 13 nonprofits through its Common Good Funds program.
Read MoreFebruary 4, 2010: The Salwen Family - The Power of Half
Hannah's Lunch Box Fund at The Community Foundation was inspired by a routine drive home in Atlanta. And so began the Salwen family's exploration in selling half of their materials to contribute more to philanthropy. Learn how the Salwen's set out to make a difference and ended up transforming their own lives.
Read MoreJanuary 28, 2010: 2010 Managing for Excellence Award Competition
The Community Foundation announces the 2010 Managing for Excellence Award Competition. Each year, this award is presented to an organization that exhibits outstanding nonprofit management. Those interested in applying are encouraged to attend an upcoming orientation session.
Read MoreJanuary 26, 2010: Haiti Earthquake Relief - Now and Later
Nonprofit leaders in Haiti are requesting generous financial support to organizations with current capacity and presence in Haiti. To date, more than 60 fund advisors from The Community Foundation have contributed more than $250,000 in 80 grants to more than 20 separate organizations. Provided are additional ways you can help.
Read MoreJanuary 20, 2010: Nonprofit Scholarships - 2010 Documents
The Community Foundation is continuing in 2010 to provide resources for grantees’ professional and organizational development through our Nonprofit Effectiveness program. Nonprofit Scholarships are one such resource. Materials for 2010 are now available.
Read MoreJanuary 15, 2010: Earthquake Tragedy in Haiti
The recent tragedy in Haiti has left us all deeply saddened. The philanthropic community has responded swiftly in addressing the immediate rescue and relief aspects of this disaster. For donors or community partners interested in supporting relief efforts, we’ve listed several key organizations working on the ground to provide relief.
Read MoreJanuary 13, 2010: Nonprofit Reminders - Orientations/Deadlines
Register for the Common Good Funds online orientation on January 19; the Arts Fund is now accepting Letters of Intent for its Spring 2010 grantcycle; the Clayton Fund will hold an orientation session on January 20 for interested nonprofits...and more.
Read MoreJanuary 12, 2010: Neighborhood Fund Orientation / Application Materials Now Available
There will be an orientation session for the Neighborhood Fund on January 19. Nonprofits interested in funding for 2010 are encouraged to attend. Additionally, appplication materials for 2010 are now available on the web.
Read MoreJanuary 6, 2010: Council on Foundation's 2010 Family Philanthropy Conference
Join us at the Council on Foundation’s Annual Conference on Family Philanthropy, January 31 through February 2 in San Diego. This year’s conference seeks to engage families with multiple giving vehicles. Come hear from your fellow fund advisors participating in two conference sessions.
Read MoreJanuary 4, 2010: Common Good Funds & An Extra Wish -- Spring 2010
Nonprofits in The Community Foundation's 23-county region now have the opportunity to apply for funding through the Common Good Funds and An Extra Wish programs. Nonprofits have until February 10 to complete a Letter of Intent to Apply for Grant Funding for our Common Good Funds. The deadline to be included in the Spring 2010 An Extra Wish book is February 1.
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