Faces of Transformation

Faces of Transformation
Annual Report 2014
“Education is not the filling of a pail,
but the lighting of a fire.”
2014 Transforming
“... passion for our students
is what inspires us to do
and be more.”
Dr. Christopher S. Miller
Board Chairperson
Austin Dickson
Executive Director
Friends,
When a low literate adult challenges herself to build her literacy
and math skills, she not only commits to learning, but she
fundamentally shifts the trajectory of her life. It’s exhilarating
to watch individuals transform and come alive; it’s why we do
what we do. That passion for our students – the thousands that
have come before, the thousands with which we’ve recently
worked, and the thousands yet to come – is what inspires us to
do and be more.
This year has been transforming for our organization, not just
our students. We have substantially grown in obvious ways as
well as those that are less apparent. All this growth has allowed
us to focus on strategic opportunities to build capacity against
the broad social challenge of low literacy. Being virtuous and
under-funded cannot get the job done, and, conversely, we
cannot be everywhere for everyone, but we can grow the student
population we serve, the staff and volunteers we need, and the
alliances and partnerships we build.
We are growing our partnerships and modeling bestpractice ways to meet demand. Working collaboratively with
schools and nonprofits is one way we’ve found that achieves
results. We can grow our geographic footprint without additional
overhead costs. We’ve also been able to expand the types of
literacy programming we offer without spreading ourselves too
thin and sacrificing excellence.
We are growing our learning spaces by building out
the entire sixth floor of the Robert W. Woodruff Volunteer
Service Center at 100 Edgewood Avenue. With added space, we
doubled our classroom capacity, expanded our testing facility,
and now offer a study hall, private one-on-one tutoring sessions,
and a larger computer lab. We are creating a regional center of
excellence for adult literacy services, right here in Atlanta.
We are growing our staff through our historic merger with
LVA and strategic hires; we’ve nearly doubled our paid staff, and
increased our volunteer staff several fold. We see the diligent
efforts of our volunteers as an essential part of our team. We
could not realize our vision without them. As a result, Literacy
Action has become one of the most thriving literacy nonprofits
in the nation, and the future is even more promising.
Thanks for your support this year; it’s your help that allows us
to offer life-changing education to those who need it most.
With gratitude,
Dr. Christopher S. Miller
Board Chairperson
Austin Dickson
Executive Director
Expanding
After renovating, we can now teach 225 students at the same time.
In December, 2013, Literacy Action began a renovation of its current space and an expansion to
the entire floor at the Robert W. Woodruff Volunteer Service Center at 100 Edgewood Avenue in
downtown Atlanta. More than 17,000 square feet is now available for Literacy Action to expand its
main-office programming, slated to double over the next year. The project was designed by
well-known architecture firm, Stevens & Wilkinson, and interior design firm, IdeaSpan.
Use of the new and remodeled space commenced on March 1, and it was a collective
community effort to get everything completed in a cost-efficient way. Cable installation was
provided by CNN; Turner Broadcasting System gave employees the days off to do the work.
Literacy Action now has Wi-Fi access for students, staff, and visitors. Thanks to Delta Air Lines
for providing some top-of-the-line items for our technology needs.
“Coming to visit
the new space at
May’s Open House,
I left with tears
of joy. … I’ve seen
such growth and
energy. It’s exciting
to be a part of it!”
Georgia Power Company, Southern Company, Corporate Environments, and ThyssenKrupp
Elevator furnished a few classrooms and additional learning spaces. The United Way of Greater
Atlanta contributed lots of nearly-new cubicles and file cabinets.
– Lisa Conley, Volunteer
The new space has an expanded, more welcoming reception area; two small classrooms designed
for four to six students at a time; a Learning Lab featuring a lending library, which hosts space for
a stage, places for group study, tutoring sessions led by instructors, and computer access; a new
computer lab supported by MailChimp; and a 40-person training room for orientations, trainings,
and meeting spaces for Literacy Action’s partners!
Literacy Action is developing a center for excellence in adult basic education that will be a model
for organizations throughout the Atlanta region, Georgia, and the Southeast.
Charlotte, 53
The Conquerer
Charlotte came to Literacy Action to achieve her GED despite her fear of interacting with younger students.
At the suggestion of a friend, Charlotte walked through the doors two years ago. She is proud to have
conquered the technology of her smart phone.
Uniting
Through a merger, one plus one equals scale.
Literacy Volunteers of Atlanta (LVA), a 28-year old organization located in downtown Decatur,
became a part of Literacy Action on July 1, 2014. After seven months of planning, a merger
agreement was signed and the announcement was made in June at a joint fundraiser –
Spellabration – held at The Fabulous Fox Theatre in Midtown.
The merger adds 350 volunteers, 500 students, a downtown Decatur site, and programs in every
DeKalb County Public Library to Literacy Action. The office located at 246 Sycamore Street is now
the Decatur Campus of Literacy Action. A site director, Kelley Provence, was hired to oversee
programming at the main office and satellite locations, including existing partnerships with the
Decatur Recreation Center and the Decatur Housing Authority. Four staff members – Kim Lyons,
Terry Hollis, Colleen Phalen, and Angela Green – have become Literacy Action employees.
Founding and former board member, Maggi Johnsen, joins the team as Volunteer Coordinator;
she will manage Literacy Action’s volunteer workforce across the Atlanta region. The majority of
her early work will be with the office’s existing volunteer workforce.
A key component of Literacy Action’s 2014-2016 Strategic Plan, the merger allows for (1) growth
of the student body, (2) diversification of programming as well as (3) geographic expansion. “It’s
thrilling to see two literacy organizations place their missions clearly in their sights and make the
bold decision to combine. The Atlanta region will be better for it,” said Kathy Palumbo, Director
of Programs at The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta. The Foundation made a grant
from its Strategic Restructuring Fund to partially support the merger.
Combined resources and human capital from both organizations boost service provision, and,
with a strong volunteer model, Literacy Action now has the opportunity to scale its operations.
Linda and Charles Mote, long-time LVA supporters, volunteers, and leaders played a substantial
role in the merger. Thanks to the Motes and the LVA Board of Directors for its years of service.
Joshua, 31
“It’s thrilling to see two literacy organizations
place their missions clearly in their sights
and make the bold
decision to combine.”
- Kathy Palumbo,
The Community
Foundation
Armed and ready
Joshua has had a number of challenges but he is working toward making basic math a challenge of his past.
He is using the same determination that helped him find Literacy Action on Google to increase his math skills
to take the GED. Armed with his certificate and Bible, Joshua desires to further his prison ministry goals.
Developing
By broadening definitions of literacy, we are maximizing impact.
Programmatic Overview: Covering All the Literacies
Adult Basic Education. Over 175 classes are offered to adults in three 15-week semesters at our main
offices in downtown Atlanta and downtown Decatur. Students can enroll in various levels of reading
and writing, mathematics, computer training, and GED preparatory classes.
English as Second Language. Three levels of English and conversation classes in DeKalb County Public
Libraries are available to adult learners from a variety of backgrounds. We also provide programming for
refugee-serving organizations and local housing authorities.
Workplace Literacy. Building career ladders for low-income workers promotes employment stability,
advancement, and allows individuals to earn a better wage. We work with employers on site as
well as at Literacy Action’s campuses to advance employees towards that next pay raise.
Workforce Literacy. There is a serious need for literacy among the unemployed. Increasing basic literacy
and numeracy skills helps people gain entry to job-training programs. We team up with The Center for
Working Families and Westside Works to help residents obtain work.
Family Literacy. Building up the parent on basic academic skills, English, and/or parenting skills are all
key components of a parental engagement strategy. We work with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta
and school districts teaching classes and educating parents.
Citizenship. We offer a citizenship preparation education program to help permanent residents –
representing over 70 nationalities – achieve their goal of U.S. Citizenship. It is a privilege to help create
dozens of new citizens each year.
Workplace Literacy
Moves Atlanta
Forward
Investing in education and
training for its employees is a
hallmark of the City’s
Department of Human
Resources’ strategy. City of
Atlanta employees do some
of the toughest jobs. Climbing
up the career ladder requires
constant improvement and
development in the areas of
writing, reading and math, or
a GED may be necessary for
a successful future. Through a
partnership with the City of
Atlanta, Literacy Action provides
regular classes – three times per
week – for city workers.
Research. Contributing to the field of adult literacy is a core value of Literacy Action. Georgia State University,
the University of Memphis, the University of Toronto, Kennesaw State University, and Emory University have all
had researchers conduct studies at Literacy Action. Two Ph.D. dissertations have been written on
Literacy Action’s programming.
Anita
Just did it
New to Literacy Action, Anita wondered, “Do they actually teach or just give me a book and say ‘do it.’ “
She came willing to try any school, but Literacy Action was organized and professional. She is working
toward getting her GED first and then achieving her bachelor’s degree.
Partnering
In collaboration, we advance literacy at sites throughout the region.
FORSYTH
Workforce
Aspiring construction
workers and nurses in
West Atlanta neighborhoods must first take
literacy courses to
prepare for their career
track. We are developing skills for people to
obtain work.
Parents
Parents attend free
daytime classes to learn
English, basic literacy
and numeracy, and
parenting skills. We are
implementing family
literacy to advance
outcomes for adults
and children.
GWINNETT
COBB
Communication
FULTON
Workplace
Food service, maintenance, and custodial
staff take literacy classes
before or after their
shifts. Graduates receive
a raise. We are developing career ladders for
low-income workers.
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DEKALB
CLAYTON
FAYETTE
For advanced language
learners, English
conversation classes
are offered at multiple
libraries throughout
DeKalb County, home
to the largest number
of refugees in the
Southeast.
HENRY
Paul, 53
HENRY
Unstoppable
Overcoming significant hardships of losing a job and the death of his wife, Paul is undeterred in his efforts
to continue attending Literacy Action on a regular basis. Nothing in his smile gives a clue to all that he
has endured and conquered to accomplish his goals. He looks forward to the day when he can enroll
in the HVAC program.
BARRO
Changing the Face of
We march to recognize the journey of transformation. A starting point with lessons along the way.
Speakers
Student Recognition Ceremony
Founded in 1968, Literacy Action owes a great deal of its purpose and
momentum to the fervor of the Civil Rights Movement. This year, the
organization celebrated its Student Recognition ceremony on June 19,
2014 – a day steeped in historic significance. Juneteenth - the oldest
First Lady of
Georgia and
former teacher,
Sandra Deal –
Promoting literacy
has been one of
her top priorities.
known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the
United States – was not the focus of the day, however no one missed
the significance. The march “Toward Greater Success”– during the
year of the 50th anniversary of the civil rights movement – was a
special, memorable day. Family, friends, and complete strangers
lined the streets to cheer and congratulate the students along the
way. To say that this class was following in the steps of greatness
would not be saying too much.
Teacher, mentor
and leader,
Dr. Ralph Simpson
– Author of “From
Remedial to
Remarkable” and
Georgia’s First Lady, Sandra Deal, opened the ceremony by
expressing her pride at the students’ purpose. She acknowledged
Principal of Towers
High School.
how education would continue to open the world to them. Dr. Ralph
Simpson, principal of Towers High School, served as the keynote
speaker. He enthralled the students with his own story of “Remedial
to Remarkable” and highlighted the rewards that are possible when
you refuse to quit even when facing failure.
La’twon, 23
Cooking something up
La’twon wants to be a chef someday and he is at Literacy Action preparing for the next step – culinary arts
school. With obtaining his GED securely in his sights, La’twon’s biggest obstacle is comprehension. He is
working his way through the process to graduate and attend Le Cordon Bleu.
Adult Literacy in the South
Our stories are different, yet together we march towards completion, achievement and a bright future.
Honors
The Literacy Action
A hallmark of a Literacy Action year, the Student Recognition
Director’s Award
Ceremony was graciously hosted by Georgia-Pacific, LLC, as in
honored Gloria
previous years. White Oak Kitchen and Cocktails was the site of
Duggan for
superior
achievement.
the evening’s benefit dinner. Literacy Action volunteers worked
hard to see that students had a memorable day and continue on
the path to success in big and small ways.
Anquette Williams,
Student Recognition
Ceremony Student
Speaker.
Mattie, 69
Self-Love
The day Mattie read about Literacy Action in the newspaper was a very good day for her. It was difficult to find
the time to come but when she finally did, it was the beginning of many good days. Now that Mattie can see
her reading and vocabulary improving, her self-esteem is through the roof. “I love myself more than ever.”
Financials
2014 Demonstrated Community Commitment ... to literacy. Individuals, businesses,
governmental agencies, and charitable foundations all played a role in our revenue streams for this fiscal year.
Our organization was supported by the community’s philanthropy as well as significant investments from the
Technical College System of Georgia. Our surplus, though modest, allows us to strengthen internally.
Literacy Action’s fiscal year runs from July 1, 2013, to June 30, 2014.
Fiscal Year 2014*
Revenue Sources
Revenue$1,369,636
Investments
Expense$1,207,592
In-Kind Support
9%
Surplus$162,044
Net Assets
$551,011
Government
Revenue Sources
Individuals
Foundations $551,283 40%
Businesses $266,723 19%
Individuals $208,499 15%
Government $190,488 14%
In-Kind Support $110,879 9%
Investments 3%
$41,764 14 %
Programs
$929,846 77%
Fundraising
$181,13915%
Administration$96,607 8%
* All figures are audited.
40 %
Foundations
15 %
19 %
Businesses & Civic Groups
Expense Breakdown
Programs 77%
Expense Breakdown
3%
Fundraising 15%
Administration
8%
Return on Investment
In the past year, Literacy Action had a $28 million impact on the regional economy.
Low Cost
High Return
Most students advance at least two grade
levels in a 12-month period at Literacy Action.
Every dollar invested in adult literacy
programs results in $30 added back
to the regional economy.
Cost per Pupil
United States
$10,560
Cost per Pupil
State of Georgia
$9,253
Higher
employment
Growth in
individual earnings
POLICE
Cost per Pupil
Atlanta Public Schools
$11,280
Cost per Pupil
Literacy Action
$1,470
Lowered
reincarceration
Reduced
healthcare costs
High Reward
“Education was always a challenge for me.”
- Jeremiah Williams, Graduate of Literacy Action
Despite moving around and dropping out of high school, Jeremiah came to
Literacy Action, studied, and surprised himself by passing the GED test the
first time. Jeremiah is now enrolled at Aviation Institute of Maintenance in
Duluth, Georgia, and earning A’s. After becoming an aviation mechanic,
he plans to enhance his skills further and perhaps work internationally.
Donors
A heartfelt “thank you” to our donors
for their support in 2014!
The best gift of all is the gift of literacy. A literate person can make better choices, communicate
well, use new media technology, find information and resources, and break the bonds of poverty
to build better futures now and for the next generation.
$1 - $249
Marc Gottlieb
Sims & Associates
Moon Brothers
Hon. Amy Totenberg & Ralph Green
Jackie Smith
Gina Morgan
Anita & Thomas Adams
Olivia Greene
Kevin Spearman
Lee Morris
Julia Ames
Ryan Hall
Barbara Stephenson
Annalisa & Wilson Peppard
Atlanta Friends Meeting
Mike Harreld
Bette Thomas
Cynthia Peterson
Michael Barrett
Lisa Harris
Sue & M.H. Trotter
Jeffrey Petrea
Carol & Woody Bartlett
Angela Harwood
John Turner
Rhonda Reed
Llewellyn Bell
Shirlenda Hayes
Karen Walker
Paul Severn
Alisa Bennett-Hart
Glenda Hicks
Jack Walz
Michael Shapiro
Allison Bittel
Katherine & Raymond Hill
Alice Watson
Patricia Snow
Don Bodnar
Phyllis Holmen
Bob Watson
Ben Voyles
Haqiqa & Bill Bolling
Sally Horne
Wednesday Morning Study Club
Wiggle Bug Foundation
Diana Brace
Interstate Poker Club
Judith Weisman
Amanda Kyle Williams
Scott Bracewell
Billie Izard
Nausha Brown-Chavez
Kara & Scott Jacobson
Nancy Brittain
John Karr
Kacy Brubaker
Michael Kaufman
Hunter Allen
Gail Bryant
Lucy Keeble
Marian & Paul Anderson
David Burghardt
David Kelley
Anonymous
Pamela Buzbee
Jack Kilgore
William Arroyo
Ed Carriere
Sherry Kilgore
Asad Bashey
Ginger & Stuart Cashin
Barbara Kimble
Jennifer & Paul Bennecke
Lisa Conley
Frederick Koehl
Rita Bennett
Lynn & Jerry Crane
Chris Lambrecht
Niles Bolton
Debbie & Donald Davidson
Daniel Lavery
Jany Brown
Thien Diep
Beth Laxton
Deborah & Norm Carmichael
Diversified Technologies, LLC
Martin Lehfeldt
Janet Chapman
Carol Donnelly
Elizabeth Levine
Chary Family Fund
E. Rivers Troop #13536
Lisa Lockman
Mary Virginia & Peter Coffman
Trinette Edge
Elisabeth Marchant
Anna Craig & Dr. John Hogan
Rebecca Eller
Knox Massey
Margaret Daniel
Craig Epp
Chris McCain
Kitty & Clayton Farnham
Ryan McNeil
Fulton School Employees’ Charitable Fund
Carla Ferrell
Brenda Meadows
Louise Franklin
Daphne Greenberg & Steven
Freilich
Kenneth Garrison
Lauren & Greg Gerhard
Allison & Matthew Giddens
Susan Glatt & Marc Greenberg
Rachel Goins
Karen Gold
Brad Goldman
Charlotte & Harry Gordon
$250 +
ZWJ Investment Counsel
$1,000 +
All Saints’ Episcopal Church
Anonymous
Buckhead Rotary Foundation
Bright Wings Foundation
Club of Hearts
Epps Aviation
Galloway Foundation
Heery International
Mary Gellerstedt
Heery International
Human Resource Dimensions
Mary Izard
Junior League of Atlanta
Kibler Foundation
Donna Krache
Louise Gunn
Kara Miller
Toby Murphy
Dot & Lam Hardman Family Foundation
Sue Morgan
Michael Northcross
Gustavo Hernandez
Nora and Philip Polk
Matthew Hicks
Jim Radford
IBM
Matthew Reid
David Jones
JaKathryn Ross
Thomas Lauth
Jane Saral
Nancy & Ralph MacDonald
Doris Shannon
Gino Massafra
Kerwin Sims
Sarah & Ryan Mauldin
Erin Bauslaugh & Joseph McIntyre
Adrienne Mims
Ruth & Paul Parker
Peter Stewart
Thomas H. Lanier Foundation
Karen & Leon Trum
$2,500 +
Emily Winship Scott Foundation
Althea Broughton
Gertrude & William C. Wardlaw
Fund
Ray Cirone
Delta Air Lines
Austin Dickson
Dickson Family Fund
Larry Gardner
ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas
$10,000 +
Mary Allen Lindsey Branan Foundation
Brian Lay
Correll Family Foundation
Brandon Marzo
Dollar General Literacy Foundation
Jane Miller
EZ Agape Foundation
Theresa & Christopher Miller
Luther & Susie Harrison Foundation
Ray M. & Mary Elizabeth Lee
Foundation
Dallas Hudgens
Lesley Solomon
Calvin Wright
$5,000 +
A Hand Up: A Charitable Fund
Annie E. Casey Foundation
Francis Hollis Brain Foundation
Donna & David Brown
George M. Brown Trust
Conlee Family Supporting
Foundation
Kitty Dukehart
John & Mary Franklin Foundation
Jim & Billie Ellis Foundation
Melanee Haywood
James Starr Moore Memorial
Foundation
The Kroger Co.
Macy’s
Addison Meriwether
North Highland
Pitney Bowes Foundation
Thomas H. Pitts Trust
Publix Super Markets Charities
In Honor of Mrs. Mattie Eley
Barbara Stephenson
In Honor of Mr. & Mrs. William Brittain
Nancy Brittain
In Honor of Mr. David Peterson
Elisabeth Marchant
In Memory of Mrs. Patsy Cartwright
Don Bodnar
Harland Charitable Foundation
Imlay Foundation
Livingston Foundation
Newell Rubbermaid
Piedmont Charitable Foundation
Rich Foundation
John Riordan
James Rodgers
Romance Writers of America
Mark & Evelyn Trammell Foundation
Vasser Woolley Foundation
$25,000 +
Corporate Environments
Bradley Currey
In Honor of Ms. Donna Krache
Allison & Matthew Giddens
Wells Fargo Foundation
Sherry & Pat Henry
Richard C. Munroe Foundation
Honor Gifts
Deloitte Day of Service
The Community Foundation for
Greater Atlanta
David Peterson
Georgia Power Foundation
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Contributors
Joseph B. Whitehead Foundation
MailChimp
Merancas Foundation
Photographers
The Sara Giles Moore Foundation
Cover photography by
Scott Hudgens Family Foundation
Bard Wrisley
Southern Company
Waterfall Foundation
Interior photography by
Luis Mendoza
Interior photography by
Kelly Wachs
Graphic Design
Tamara McElhannon
People
Staff
Julia Ames, Controller
Angela Green, Basic Literacy Coordinator
Ann Lynn, Instructor
Alisa Bennett-Hart, Director of Marketing
Olivia Greene, Development Associate
Kim Lyons, ESL Program Coordinator
Diana Brace, Academic Support Specialist
Karen Gold, Instructor
Jane Miller, Instructor
Nausha Brown-Chavez, Student Affairs Manager Ryan Hall, Director of Programs
Toby Murphy, Instructor
Kacy Brubaker, Student Affairs Associate
Regina Hendrix, Receptionist
Michael Northcross, Instructor
Joseph Cantrell, Policy Fellow
Terry Hollis, Lead ESL Instructor
Colleen Phelan, Student Affairs Coordinator
Sherida Clayton, Instructor
Sally Horne, Instructor
Justin Pettigrew, Instructor
Anita Cooper, Instructor
Dawn Jackson-Robinson, Instructor
Kelley Provence, Site Director - Decatur
Austin Dickson, Executive Director
Maggi Johnsen, Volunteer Coordinator
Lawrencia Quaicoe, Receptionist
Rebecca Eller, Site Director - Atlanta
Barbara Kimble, Instructor
Gordon Ross, Instructor
Dan Lavery, Director of Development
Kevin Spearman, Transitions Program Specialist
Volunteers
Volunteers teach, offer additional assistance, and perform tasks that strengthen our work.
Chenoa Adams
Kelli Craig
Diamond Hill
Karen Lightsey
Brenda Pittman
Devrick Thomas
Ndidiamaka Amajor
Jennifer Dunaway
Mike Honea
Michelle Mannie
Lorenzo Pitts
Russell Tomlinson
Imani Asberry
Chinyere Enemchukwu
Angela Hunter
David Mantel
Ashley Pollard
Donald Troutman
Sierra Baker
Maddie Ferrell
Faye Jacobs
Shain Meade
Jennifer Ray
Chrislyn Turner
Winlet Bamtu
Larry Gardner
Andrew Jeffords
Joya Meadows
Adam Rice
Jonathan Viswasam
Sherri Banks
David Goins
Maggi Johnsen
Kathleen Mele
Isis Rivas
Doug Walker
Rita Bennett
Cleo Graggs
Dwight Johnson
Simon Meyer
Kiera Roberson
Princeanna Walker
Robert Bowman
Clara Green
Whitney Johnson
Theresa Miller
Thomas Robertson
Clement Walker
Justin Brightharp
Gwendoline Greiner
David Jones
Breeana Minton
Danielle Rutland
Pamela Wilkes
William Brust
Kathryn Hargro
Laraleigh Kerr
Daniel Moore
Holly Schmidt
Lydell Williams
Janice Clarke
Audrianna Harris
Mark King
JoJo Nelson
Zacqueline Singleton
Joan Willis
Cheryl Collier
Marketa Harris
Tammy Krim
Jocelyn Paez
Zipporah Slaughter
LaTanya Wooley
Lisa Conley
Kimyetta Hayden
Todd Larvenz
Jonathan Paez
Brett Snyder
Samuel Worku
Kayla Cooper
Robert Heale
Rita Leslie
Kahlil Peterson
William Strong
We are grateful for individuals’ commitment
to helping others succeed.
Board of Trustees
Dr. Christopher Miller, Chair
Southern Company
Kara Miller
Walmart
Sarah Batts
Junior League of Atlanta
E. Lee Morris, III
Stevens & Wilkinson
Althea Broughton
Arnall Golden Gregory LLP
Anthony Olinger
Cox Automotive
Ray Cirone
Deloitte
Dr. Ruth Parker
Emory University
Celena Evans
Genuine Parts
David Peterson
Community Volunteer
Iris Feinberg
Georgia State University
John Riordan
KPMG
Lawrence Gardner
Human Resource Dimensions
James Rodgers
J.O. Rodgers & Associates
Deirdra Glover
North Highland
JaKathryn Ross
Georgia-Pacific LLC
Melanee Haywood
Delta Air Lines
Lesley Solomon
Alston & Bird LLP
Donna Krache
Community Volunteer
Peter Stewart
BNY Mellon
David LaWare
GE
Leon J. Trum, III
PwC LLP
Brian Lay
EY
Michael Turner
UPS
Brandon Marzo
Troutman Sanders LLP
Michael Wall
Invision
Addison Meriwether
Cushman & Wakefield
Calvin Wright
ThyssenKrupp Elevator
Advisory Board
Hon. Stacey Abrams
Georgia General Assembly
Mary Gellerstedt
Community Volunteer
Karen Beavor
Georgia Center for Nonprofits
Dr. Daphne Greenberg
Georgia State University
Bill Bolling
Atlanta Community
Food Bank
John Pruitt
WSB-TV (Retired)
Dr. Ken Breeden
Technical College System
of Georgia (Retired)
Ada Lee Correll
Community Volunteer
Ann Cramer
Coxe Curry & Associates
Curley M. Dossman, Jr.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Alexis Scott
National Center for Civil
& Human Rights
Herron Weems
Beacon Street Capital LLC
Sue Wieland
Community Volunteer
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Thanks to PwC LLP for its generous contribution to this report.