Atlanta Foundations Forum

How philanthropy is helping to connect Atlantans of all ages to nature: Attendees explored the cross-sector benefits of connecting Atlantans, especially youth and underserved communities, to nature and the role of philanthropy. In addition to hearing from representatives of local nonprofits, participants were able to tour the Bellwood Quarry, which will be transformed into Westside Reservoir Park – the biggest greenspace in Atlanta upon completion.

The future of mobility in Atlanta: Technologies such as electric vehicles, autonomous cars and technology-enabled “mobility on demand” are dramatically changing the transportation sector. At the same time, low-tech mobility options such as putting one foot in front of the other and bicycling are gaining momentum as we work to create a network of paths and trails in Atlanta. These issues powered a conversation about the future of mobility in the city and featured local leaders as well as national experts.

Going to bat for financial literacy: Held at SunTrust Park, home of the Atlanta Braves, this event focused on the partnership between the team’s charitable arm and SunTrust, which worked together to a develop a sports-themed financial literacy curriculum for high school students. Together, the foundations saw a need to address financial literacy because only half of Americans report feeling financially secure.