Celebrate 40 years of Giving!

This year marks a major milestone — 40 years of giving through the Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia! Since 1985, we’ve granted over $90 million to nonprofits and causes in our area—and that’s something worth celebrating.

We’ll start the evening with a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m., live jazz performances, followed by a full dinner and program celebrating the past four decades of impact in our community.

Over the past 40 years, we’ve connected donors to causes they care about, empowered nonprofits through education and networking, and partnered with professional advisors to grow the power of giving in our region.

All of this is possible because of YOU.

Come celebrate 40 years of generosity, growth and good—we can’t wait to see you there!

August 14 | Doors open at 5:30 p.m. | Event from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Gas South Convention Center

Business Casual Attire

Join us in celebrating our three honorees:

Ethel Andersen

former Community Foundation board president

Mike Tennant

founding member and former Community Foundation board president

Tim Minard

current Community Foundation board member

Meet our emcee for the evening:

Mara Davis is an experienced talent booker, producer, writer, and host with a background in radio and TV. She has a strong ability to identify and engage talent, having booked a wide range of artists from established names like Patti Smith and Sting to emerging artists like Doja Cat and Billie Eilish before their mainstream success. Her career shifted in 2016 when she became a talent booker for Adult Swim’s live streaming shows. Davis has worked with various high-profile clients, including NPR’s Bullseye, Pineapple Street Studios, and Vox Media. She also serves as Secretary on the board of the Grammy Chapter in Atlanta, writes for Paste Magazine, and is involved in philanthropy with organizations like the Atlanta Humane Society. Davis lives in Atlanta with her husband, son, and dog.

A HUGE thank you to our sponsors for their generous support!

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