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Ransom, a rising junior at the University of Georgia, was the 2019 summer fellow at the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta The opportunity to work with the Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta came to me completely by chance, but as I continue my work with this extraordinary organization, I cannot …
By Lauren Jeong, program associate The arts play a critical role in local economies, connecting people, amplifying child development, providing outlets for mental health and preserving culture. But unfortunately, these opportunities are not spread evenly across our 23-county region. That is why the Foundation tracks arts participation and resident satisfaction in the …
Today is Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the June 19, 1865 announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas. Since Texas was a remote slave state, news of the end of the Civil War and the Emancipation Proclamation was delayed. While some people celebrate on other dates that represent when …
College tuition is usually the first cost that comes to mind when discussing college affordability, but it is far from the only expense posing as a barrier to college success. Textbook prices are crippling the pockets of students and threatening their academic success. Amina Glass is a student at Georgia …
By Alicia Philipp, president, Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta recently released our 2018 Annual Report where we reflect upon our year and the donors and nonprofits that help our region to thrive. The Atlanta region is as diverse as it is beautiful. We are green and …
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