Belisa Urbina knew the well-being of her staff was her most important priority, but could her community go without the services her nonprofit provides? Urbina and her husband founded the nonprofit Ser Familia in 2001 after moving from Puerto Rico to Georgia in 1999. In the nearly two decades since its inception, Ser Familia has…

A man had his hours cut at work — from eight hours a day down to three — because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Finally, his employer told him that they would have to let him go. There was only one thought on his mind, though: how was he going to pay for his rent and…

"I have visited affiliates like the Atlanta Children’s Shelter over the years and witnessed the incredible impact the United Way makes with each donation and that has made me keep giving and increase my gift when possible."

David was experiencing shortness of breath. As an undocumented American, he was afraid to leave for the hospital and afraid to leave his family alone — so he called the Latino Community Fund of Georgia. He was desperate, and he thought this could be one of the last phone calls he ever made. He needed it…

As a member of the Ivan Allen Circle, Tocqueville Society, and our Tocqueville Women United Cabinet, LaShonda is a community leader who is working to create lasting change for Greater Atlanta.

We're excited to spotlight Cole Society Leadership member James D. Anderson! Tell us about your role at Southern Company. I lead the accounting team at one of Southern Company Gas’ non-regulated businesses – SouthStar Energy Services. I also serve on the Board of Directors for the company’s sponsored credit union, as well as Treasurer of…