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The record-breaking numbers are in: This year’s GAgives on GivingTuesday brought in a grand total of $36.3 million for nonprofits across the state, thanks to more than 180,000 gifts – topping last year’s total by 10 percent! Read all about it here.
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Grantmakers
South Arts is distributing $230,000 in Cross-Sector Impact Grants, providing 18 nonprofits, including Atlanta Pride, with as much as $15,000 in support of partnerships that expand the role of the arts. In addition, South Arts announced the launch of a new Cultural Sustainability program, aiming to award more than $1.14 million in general operating support.
Nonprofits
Atlanta Community Food Bank established a $5 million emergency fund to purchase additional food as demand for food assistance has continued to rise.
From January to August, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights will be closing its museum doors as construction advances on two new wings, adding 24,000 square feet of space. During that time, the Center will host frequent community events across Metro Atlanta.
▼ Partners for HOME opened 23 permanent supporting housing units at 729 Bonaventure Ave NE, which the City of Atlanta has established as cornerstone for the second phase of its Rapid Housing Initiative.
Voices for Georgia’s Children released a new policy resource, Family Violence in Georgia: An Impact Brief, to provide timely information and proposals for advocates and policymakers.
Through the work of their warrant clinics, Black Voters Matter was able to lift 1,491 warrants for people across the Southeast in 2024, saving families over $224,000 in judicial fines.
Among the nine Georgia nonprofits to receive 2024 MacKenzie Scott Grants, announced in December: Women on the Rise GA ($1 million), Tommy Nobis Center ($2 million), Advocates for Children ($1 million), and the Georgia Coalition for Domestic Violence ($2 million).
The Tommy Nobis Center and Atlanta Neighborhood Development Partnership will each receive $200,000 and leadership training from Bank of America as its 2024 Neighborhood Builders honorees.
Atlanta Humane Society announced that it has merged with Cobb Humane Society via acquisition, aiming to provide a stronger safety net for animals in need.
▼ At their Microgrant Award Ceremony in December, Rainbow Village’s “Better Together” Women’s Giving Circle awarded nearly $26,000 in microgrants, benefitting 28 Metro Atlanta households.
Soccer in the Streets was among the 20 nonprofits nationwide to receive grants from DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation in their latest round of funding, supporting the construction of two new soccer fields at the HE Holmes MARTA station.
Habitat for Humanity DeKalb was awarded a $125,000 sponsorship from Publix Super Market Charities, directly funding the construction of a new home for a Stone Mountain family.
Trees Atlanta was one of four nonprofits awarded a $100,000 year-end grant from the Coca-Cola Foundation.
People
Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta welcomed Marcus Gore and Nikki Harland to their board.
Kate’s Club ED Lisa Aman was interviewed on WSB-TV’s One on One program as well as on FOX 5’s Good Day Atlanta, where she appeared alongside Director of Education & Innovative Programs Lane Pease Hendricks. In addition, five Kate’s Club team members have been promoted: Director of Outcomes & Outreach Ashlie Evans, Metro Atlanta & Spanish Outreach Associate Erin Richter, Clubhouse & Camp Associate Midge Carter, Marketing & Communications Manager Meagan Chong, and Statewide Membership Manager Victoria Ravenell.
Birds Georgia announced the addition of three new members to their board: Bill Bell, Courtenay Anne Dusenbury, and Wink Weinberg.
As it reaches its 30th year, Athens Land Trust is welcoming new ED Demetrius D. Jordan.
▼ Ossabow Island Foundation ED Elizabeth DuBose and Georgia Center for Civic Engagement CEO Dandell E. Trammell were each honored with a Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities, presented in association with Georgia Humanities.
Atlanta Pride welcomed four new members to their board: Ben Ackerley, Chris Ruiz, Tony Uceda, and Farah Witt.
CHRIS 180 announced two new hires: Rochelle Reeder as Chief Development Officer and Warren Binderman as Chief Financial Officer.
Piedmont Park Conservancy President & CEO Doug Widener was invited to discuss the history of the Park and the role of the Conservancy on WABE’s City Lights with Lois Reizes.
Trees Atlanta elected five new board members: Mandy Burnette, Dan Englander, Claire Gotham, Martha Issa, and Lynnette Reid.
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This roundup was sourced from member and partner submissions, the Coxe Curry & Associates Week in Review newsletter, and GCN staff.
