Brighter Future
Enlisting and supporting communities to envision their futures.
Imagine a world where more communities prosper. Our Brighter Future work focuses on working in and with communities in Clayton County, South DeKalb, and South Fulton to improve conditions and remove barriers to equitable growth so that everyone — regardless of race or zip code — can thrive.
What We're Up Against
32%
In Clayton County, 32% of students — compared to 15% in our region — are forced to move during the school year, disrupting their learning process.
17%
In South Fulton, only 17% of third graders are strong readers. This is 20 points lower than the state average.
50%
In South Dekalb, more than 50% of families wouldn’t be able to cover a $400 emergency.
What We're Doing
Strengthen Resident Leadership and Engagement
Increase leadership development opportunities for individuals, civic groups, and community coalitions.
Community-Driven Innovation
Engage residents and local leaders in the innovation and redesign process of a neighborhood in order to implement best practices in education, income, education, health, and housing.
Community Organizing and Civic Engagement
Strengthen skills of individuals and groups to participate in civic action, build broader coalitions, and advocate for improvements in their communities, amplifying the voices of residents.
"Sometimes there are bigger issues that existing services will not fix."
We need you to help communities prosper.