ATLANTA, May 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The SunTrust
Foundation announced today it awarded grants totaling $250,000 to 10 nonprofit organizations that are
committed to positively impacting Atlanta's historic Westside neighborhoods. The
10 nonprofit organizations were recently recognized as Community
Beacon Award recipients at the inaugural Beloved Benefit at
Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The event raised more than $5 million to support the ongoing revitalization
of the Westside.
"We are proud to assist these outstanding nonprofit
organizations and support their tireless work to serve and
strengthen the Westside community," said Stan Little, president of the SunTrust
Foundation. "Together, these nonprofits represent the holistic
approach to community stewardship that drives sustainable financial
well-being."
The 10 grants will support efforts spanning culture,
environmentalism, health, housing, social services, veterans, youth
and human trafficking – all within the Westside.
"We are pleased that these grants from the SunTrust Foundation
align with the continued commitment that SunTrust Bank has to the
city of Atlanta and the historic
Westside community," said Jenna
Kelly, president of the Georgia Division at SunTrust Bank.
"Each of these 10 nonprofits contributes to a vibrant, healthy
Atlanta, and we are honored to be
part of the work they're doing."
The SunTrust Foundation presented the following 10 nonprofits as
recipients of these grants:
- The Atlanta Music Project – The Atlanta Music Project believes
the pursuit of musical excellence leads to the development of
confidence, creativity and ambition, thus sparking positive social
change.
- West Atlanta Watershed Alliance – The West Atlanta Watershed
Alliance works toward environmental justice, fosters environmental
stewardship, protects greenspace and water quality in West Atlanta and educates residents about
environmental issues.
- Good Samaritan Health Center – "Good Sam" serves individuals
and families who have the least access to health care and are at
the highest risk of having serious health issues remain undiagnosed
and untreated.
- Quest Community Housing – The mission of Quest is to develop
affordable housing and provide needs-based community services to
enhance the quality of life for underserved individuals and
families.
- Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation – Atlanta Volunteer
Lawyers Foundation is the largest provider of pro bono legal
services in the Greater Atlanta
area.
- Antioch Urban Ministries Incorporated – Antioch Urban
Ministries Incorporated provides comprehensive substance abuse
recovery services to persons who are homeless, low income, recently
released from incarceration or are living with HIV/AIDS. The
organization also provides essential services to families through a
food and clothing bank, internet access, job search and other
social support services.
- Veterans Empowerment Organization (VEO) – VEO provides homeless
veterans supportive housing and wrap-around services on their
journey back to an empowered and fulfilled life.
- L.E.A.D. – L.E.A.D. empowers an at-risk generation to lead and
transform Atlanta and offers
year-round programming to inspire and equip young black males to
live a life of significance.
- Raising Expectations – Raising Expectations empowers youth in
crises by raising academic, social and civic expectations to
facilitate high school graduation and postsecondary plans.
- BeLoved Atlanta – BeLoved
Atlanta provides support and a residential home to women seeking
freedom from human trafficking and addiction.
The Chick-fil-A Foundation and Mercedes-Benz Stadium presented
the Beloved Benefit, and SunTrust Foundation served as a Community
Beacon patron with The Home Depot Foundation, Georgia Power, Peach
Bowl, Inc., WestRock Foundation, AT&T Communications, Choate
Construction Company, The Coca-Cola Company, Sunkist, Kaiser
Permanente and UPS as sponsors.
About SunTrust Foundation
The SunTrust Foundation is committed to SunTrust Bank's (NYSE: STI)
purpose of Lighting the Way to Financial Well-Being by engaging
with local and national organizations to advance financial
confidence. Grants and activities focus primarily on financial
education, financial counseling, career readiness and small
business/entrepreneurship, in addition to local community grants.
The SunTrust Foundation supports American Red Cross disaster relief
efforts and contributes as a United Way Global Corporate Leader.
Established in 2008, the SunTrust Foundation has proudly provided
grants totaling more than $170
million throughout the United
States.
About the Beloved Benefit
Based on the idea of the
Beloved Community amplified by Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr., the Beloved Benefit was born out of
respect for inclusivity and collaboration of all Atlantans. The
annual event brings business leaders, nonprofits and community
members to the table, side-by-side, for the opportunity to not only
learn about each other, but also build a foundation for future work
together. The Beloved Benefit at Mercedes-Benz Stadium is
representative of Atlanta, with
musical acts, food and performances that highlight the city's
vibrancy and diversity. More information about the Beloved Benefit
is available at www.belovedbenefit.org.
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