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Small Capacity Grants –> Large Impact


Author: Chuck Colston

In the most recent blog, Megan MacDavey explained how the Small Grants Program will now fit into the Foundation’s “Strengthening Partner Capacity” portfolio. This was done in a continuing effort to streamline our grantmaking. Please refer to Megan’s blog for more information on this change. Today, I really want to focus on the impact that we … Continued

In Appreciation of the “Real Heroes”


Author: Chuck Colston

A few months ago, I attended an awards ceremony at the Dale Association. It was a great event with plenty of tasty desserts. The Foundation was among eight honorees recognized for their service to the community. While we were an award recipient; it underscores the fact that nonprofits are the “real heroes.” They do all … Continued

American Association of Intellectual Disabilities (AAIDD) 2016 Conference


Author: Chuck Colston

Last June, I attended the American Association of Intellectual Disabilities (AAIDD) Annual Conference, held in Atlanta, Georgia. Georgia is commonly referred to as the “Peach State.” Of course I made sure that I took in some southern cuisine that included a bowl of delicious peach cobbler. After dinner, I drove by the birth home of … Continued