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February 3, 2012: You can start making a difference now

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Featured in Atlanta Business Chronicle, Alicia Philipp shares her viewpoint on resident engagement in the local community. This is the first of three opinion-editorials that will run in the Business Chronicle during the month of February.  

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January 18, 2012: New Report Finds Increase in Foundation Giving

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Just released by the Foundation Center, the latest Key Facts on Georgia Foundations report finds that giving by the state’s foundations rose 7 percent in 2009.

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January 10, 2012: Creative Resilience

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On December 6 The Community Foundation’s Metropolitan Atlanta Arts Fund brought together local arts organizations and donors to hear the results of a recent report developed by the Nonprofit Finance Fund.

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January 6, 2012: Clayton Fund 2012 Grant Program

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Nonprofits in Clayton County can now apply for funding through the Clayton Fund's 2012 grant program.

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January 6, 2012: Summer Fellow Program 2012

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The Summer Fellowship is designed to share the work of The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta with a current undergraduate student interested in philanthropy and the nonprofit sector.

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January 2, 2012: Foundation named Top-Notch Charity

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The Community Foundation has been named one of “10 Top-Notch Charities” by Charity Navigator and has received a four star rating for our Financial Health and also Accountability & Transparency.

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December 23, 2011: Your Generosity & Year-End Giving

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As we approach the end of 2011, we would like to pause for a moment and thank our donors again for your continuing generosity in a world of economic uncertainty.

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November 21, 2011: Executive Education Programs for Nonproft Leaders

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Attention nonprofit leaders. Harvard Business School Club of Atlanta (HBSCA) is seeking nominations for its Executive Education Programs offered by the Social Enterprise Initiative (SEI) at Harvard Business School.

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November 14, 2011: Celebrating 60 Years of Strengthening Communities

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More than 300 local philanthropists and community leaders gathered today to attend this year's Annual Meeting celebrating 60 years of philanthropy in metro Atlanta.

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November 4, 2011: Grants to Green “Green Champion” Convening

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On Thursday, November 3, The Community Foundation in partnership with Southface convened nearly 50 nonprofit leaders to network, learn, share best practices and support one another's efforts to promote green operations in their organizations.

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October 24, 2011: Neighborhood Fund: Celebrating 20 Years

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Just released, “The Neighborhood Fund: Celebrating 20 Years of Changing Communities,” features just a few of the people who have helped make the Neighborhood Fund a success.

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October 10, 2011: Foundation receives grant from Knight Foundation

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As part of the Knight Foundation Community Information Challenge, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta has been awarded $52,000 to support the Neighborhood Corner.

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September 29, 2011: October is Funding for Arts month.

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Funding for the arts takes center stage this October with special events, free classes and resources that will help artists and arts organizations become better grantseekers and increase their funding.

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August 18, 2011: Resources for Nonprofit Effectiveness

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Nonprofits can visit our Learning Events & Opportunities page for upcoming professional and organizational development opportunities. Registration is now open for free classes offered at Georgia Center for Nonprofits and Foundation Center.

 

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August 1, 2011: The Gift of Storytelling

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We are partnering with StoryCorps Atlanta to record the stories of our nonprofit and community partners and through the Giving Project, stories of our donors. We invite you to visit the StoryCorps booth or contact us about scheduling a time to capture your story with a loved one or friend.

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July 14, 2011: Get a Move On Town Hall

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Join the Civic League's "Get a Move On" initiative for a 10-County Town Hall on Saturday July 23 where participants will discuss topics central to the regional transportation debate.   

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June 8, 2011: Building Our Communities Through Philanthropy

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Recently released, "Building Our Communities Through Philanthropy" highlights our various roles in the community. While diverse, these roles all start with the premise that communities are built and strengthened by its people.

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May 31, 2011: Foundation awards $1.2 million

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The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta is announcing $1.2 million in grants and support to strengthen nonprofits in the 23-county region.

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May 27, 2011: Responding to Recent Tornado Disasters

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We have been taken aback and saddened at the recent tornado disasters throughout the country and the impact on local communities. Listed are nonprofits responding to the need for donors interested in supporting relief efforts.

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May 20, 2011: Green Expertise Offered to Facility Managers of Local Nonprofits

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On May 19, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta, Southface Energy Institute and the Atlanta Chapter of IFMA (International Facility Management Association) joined forces to offer an essential half-day workshop for facility management staff of Grants to Green grantee organizations.

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May 17, 2011: Your Favorite Wish Results

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Thanks to a sponsoring donor, last month we added a new feature to our An Extra Wish program. Our Facebook fans had the opportunity to vote for one special nonprofit featured in our Spring 2011 booklet to receive its request...

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May 10, 2011: Survey Yields Valuable Intel on Outlook for Community Foundations

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Community foundations in 2010 held assets of more than $50 billion, made grants of $4.1 billion and received $4.5 billion in gifts. We experienced an average growth rate of 13 percent; however 52 percent of foundations surveyed are not yet back to 2007 historical highs.

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May 2, 2011: Southeastern Tornado Disaster

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One of the worst tornado disasters in U.S. history hit six southeastern states on Wednesday, April 27 taking the lives of hundreds and leaving hundreds homeless. We have compiled a list of nonprofits responding to the needs for donors and others interested in supporting relief efforts. 

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April 26, 2011: Annual Donor Appreciation Event

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Our Annual Donor Appreciation Event will be held June 2, 2011: "Inspiring Philanthropy with the Gift of Storytelling." We believe storytelling like philanthropy is a gift that can motivate and influence our lives and the lives of others. Our keynote speaker will be Dave Isay, Founder and CEO.

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April 13, 2011: Upcoming Neighborhood Fund Orientation Session

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There will be an online orientation session on May 11 for community leaders and neighborhood groups interested in funding through the Neighborhood Fund.

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April 7, 2011: Upcoming Nonprofit Effectiveness classes

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Announcing upcoming Nonprofit Effectiveness classes. Now available is information on how to register for courses offered through the Foundation Center and Georgia Center for Nonprofit's Nonprofit University.

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March 25, 2011: April 7 Donor Event

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The next event in our Smart Giving Series for donors of The Community Foundation will be on April 7. The event, "Our Aging Region: Creating Healthy Communities for Tomorrow's Seniors," will feature a discussion around some of the critical health issues facing seniors in our region.

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March 11, 2011: Japan earthquake tragedy

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Tragically, Japan was hit early this morning by one of the largest earthquakes ever recorded, spawning a tsunami that hit the island's east coast, killing hundreds of people. Listed are organizations responding to the immediate needs.

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March 10, 2011: The Community Foundation welcomes Andrew Wolk

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We are pleased to announce the rescheduled dates for the donor and nonprofit events featuring Andrew Wolk, CEO of Root Cause. Wolk will share how social innovation is  impacting philanthropy and helping communities approach social problems.

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March 7, 2011: Community Engagement Workshop

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Rockdale county grassroots leaders are invited to attend are free workshop to help promote resident engagement and volunteerism in their local community. The event will be held Thursday, April 14 at 6 pm.

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March 4, 2011: Nonprofit Scholarships for 2011

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This year The Community Foundation's Common Good Funds in partnership with the Georgia Center for Nonprofits is providing resources for grantees' professional and organizational development.

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February 22, 2011: Nonprofit Loan Fund orientation session

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The next orientation session for nonprofits interested in applying for bridge loans through the Nonprofit Loan Fund is Thursday, March 24.

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February 17, 2011: Announcing 2011 MFE Competition

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There will be an orientation session next Thursday for nonprofits intererested in applying for the Managing for Excellence Award. There are new award categories for 2011.

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February 9, 2011: AIDS Partnership receives national grant

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Hundreds of individuals living with HIV/AIDS in the Atlanta region will now receive local, high quality care, thanks to a new grant awarded to the Atlanta AIDS Partnership by AIDS United.

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February 8, 2011: Arts Fund 2011 Luncheon

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This year's Arts Fund luncheon will be held on Thursday, May 19. Please save the date! Join us as we celebrate the more than 30 organizations who received support in 2010 and announce the new 2011 grant recipients. 

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February 1, 2011: Scholarships to Support Higher Education

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The Community Foundation manages various scholarship funds that allow our donors an opportunity to invest in the future and help deserving students pursue higher education. The deadlines to apply for scholarships vary per program from May 15 to May 2.

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February 1, 2011: Social Innovation Events - Cancelled

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The Social Innovation events featuring Andrew Wolk for donors this Wednesday and for nonprofits this Thursday have been cancelled due to the severe weather in the Northeast.  

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January 31, 2011: Events to recognize local nonprofits and volunteers

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The Morgan Fund and Newton Fund, local funds of The Community Foundation, will celebrate 2011 grant recipients, as well as distinguished community volunteers, at community events in February.  

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January 14, 2011: Neighborhood Fund awards $19,000 during final 2010 grant cycle

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Last month, the Neighborhood Fund awarded $19,000 to four community organizations during its last grant cycle of 2010. Through grants and support, the Neighborhood Fund empowers community members to positively impact neighborhoods at the local level.

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January 12, 2011: Important Updates for Nonprofits

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Due to the inclement weather that hit metro Atlanta this week, we have cancelled the Nonprofit Loan Fund orientation scheduled for this Thursday. The LOI deadline for Arts Fund has also been extended.

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Highlights

Our 2010 Annual Report

Recently released, our 2010 Annual Report focuses on the impact that we, along with our donors, nonprofits and community partners, have made in our 23-county region.

Last year’s financial contributions were a record $139 million and 2010 was our third highest year in grants made totaling $99 million. This year’s annual report shares the difference these investments have made…the needs met…and the lives changed.

Click here to access our report to the community. 
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