The Veterans Community Fund has awarded $1 million to 17 organizations in Georgia and Montana to connect veterans and their families with post-service opportunities, purpose and support. Key grants include $450,000 to the Warrior Alliance for programs like Veterans Legal Services Network and Operation Double Eagle.

Atlanta Legal Aid received $170,000 to address legal barriers for veterans, while Great Plains Veterans Service Center secured $150,000 for specialized support of Indigenous veterans in rural Montana. These grants exemplify a dedication to enhancing the quality of life for veterans, fostering legal aid, and meeting the unique needs of Indigenous servicemen and women.

As the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement, Atlanta is full of places where important moments in history occurred. These historic landmarks should be preserved for future generations.

The foundation awarded a $1.5 million grant to the Trust for Public Land (TPL) for the restoration of the historic Prince Hall Masonic Lodge on Auburn Avenue. The Masonic Lodge, once home to the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s office, symbolizes a pivotal era.

The foundation is proud to support and recognize organizations and individuals that are preserving Atlanta’s history and celebrating the institutions and legacies that will ensure that the lessons of the Civil Rights Movement remain at the forefront for current and future generations.

In 2023, we ushered in a transformative era for the foundation marked by action and determination. In our ongoing journey, we dedicate ourselves to collaboration for change, recognizing that "when we come together, we thrive together."

We will share more inspiring grantee stories throughout 2024 as we work together to uplift communities and foster lasting positive change.