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Stewarding the Future: Adam Wilson’s Dream for the Professional Advisors Network
Since childhood, giving has been an important part of Adam Wilson’s life. As a financial planner, he’s committed to helping others build their philanthropic legacy. “As I grew up, church…
From Single Mom to Single Parent Advocate: The Story of H.O.P.E.
Kenita Smith’s passion for single parents grew from her own struggles as a single mom. As a child, her dream was to become a doctor. Years later, she started school…
Planting Seeds for the Future: NG3
For Matt Williams and NG3, change occurs one meaningful relationship at a time. “NG3 stands for ‘next generation,’” Matt explained, “and the ‘3’ is our three C’s: character, community and…
Newspapers in the Digital Age:
How the Gwinnett Journalism Fund Bolsters Local Reporting In the last fifteen years, over 2,500 newspapers have closed, severing the link that bound communities together. In Gwinnett County, the Gwinnett…
The Key to the American Dream: Preface’s Mission to Combat Childhood Illiteracy
“Educational opportunity is the cornerstone for movement and mobility.” This statement is the cornerstone for JT Wu and Preface, a nonprofit combatting childhood illiteracy. JT’s passion for ensuring Gwinnett County…
Mentoring the Future: 100 Black Men of North Metro Atlanta’s Hope for a Better Tomorrow
“There’s a saying that it takes a village. It takes all of us supporting each other and working with the youth because these are the kids who will be taking…
30 Years of Cultivating Clients’ Legacies
He’s been serving the community for almost three decades. As retirement approaches, Dave Cook looks to encourage the next generation of professional advisors to invest in their clients’ legacy. “I…
Granting Hope for NF Patients: Children’s Tumor Foundation
From Belgium to France to the United States—and ultimately to the Children’s Tumor Foundation (CTF)—CEO Annette Bakker, PhD, has traveled the world studying how cells function and communicate. Her background…
Matt Benvegna: Multiplying Goodness through Community Foundation
For Matt Benvegna, giving isn’t just an act of kindness; it’s a core value that shapes his life and legacy. As a donor-advised fund holder with the Community Foundation for…