Join us for a dynamic conversation with four local policy experts as we discuss critical issues affecting our region, including the role of public policy and advocacy in the lives of individuals and families in need. We will discuss the impact of the State budget on nonprofit organizations in our region; and demonstrate how supporting public policy issues can lead to systemic change.
Our panel will consist of the following leaders:
- Alan Essig, Executive Director, Georgia Budget and Policy Institute
- Sharon Hill, JD, MBA, Executive Director, Georgia Appleseed
- Helen Kim Ho, JD, Executive Director, Asian American Legal Advocacy Center
- Kathy Palumbo, Ph.D., Director, Community Partnerships, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, moderator
Thursday, September 15
9:30am – 12pm
Georgia State Capitol
Paul D. Coverdell Legislative Office Building
Room 605
Following the conversation, we will take a guided tour of the historic Capitol Building.
Travel to the Capital: There will be transportation to the Capital. Please plan to park at the Hurt Building garage, located at 50 Hurt Plaza, Atlanta, GA 30303. From the Hurt Building alley, we will take a shuttle bus to the Capitol. Please arrive at the Hurt Building no later than 9 am. We will return to the Hurt Building after the meeting and tour, by 12 noon.
To register:
Donors can register to attend via Eventbrite.com (below) or you may contact Angela Hunter, philanthropic services assoicate, at 404-588-3212 or ahunter@cfgreateratlanta.org.
Please note: This event and all donor events are open to only fund advisors of The Community Foundation, their families and donors with planned gifts.