Westside Future Fund

Last month, community members and business leaders joined together at the November Transform Westside Summit for a glimpse into Georgia Institute of Technology’s dynamic role in community development, innovation, and inclusivity under President Dr. Ángel Cabrera’s visionary leadership. It was an opportunity to intimately explore the university’s commitment to creating positive change and fostering a collaborative and thriving community.

November Summit Recap: Georgia Institute of Technology and its Impact on the Historic Westside - Westside Future Fund Community members and business leaders attended the November 17 Transform Westside Summit for a glimpse into Georgia Tech’s dynamic role…Read More ›

Our November Impact Newsletter went out last week, and it was jam-packed with incredible Stories of Impact from our work in the Historic Westside.

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Just visit www.westsidefuturefund.org to sign up with your email and stay informed about all of the work we are doing to transform our community into one that Dr. King would be proud to call home.

More than a dozen organizations on Atlanta’s Westside call 970 Jefferson Street home, with the building serving as a hub for local food access & community impact. On the morning of Giving Tuesday, several of the tenant organizations invited volunteers to join them for a day of purposeful action followed by a tour of their offices.

The volunteers provided essential support to advancing the missions of these organizations.

A sincere thank you to all who participated. Westside Future Fund is honored to be a partner in the work to advance a compassionate approach to equitable neighborhood revitalization.

This , we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has helped us toward our mission this year, including our partners, volunteers, staff, and donors.

Whether you've gotten down and dirty volunteering at one of our community clean-ups, contributed to the lively conversations of our monthly Transform Westside Summits, or made your mark some other way by supporting Westside Future Fund, you have been an integral part of our work to revitalize and transform our community into one that Dr. King would be proud to call home.

There's still much work to be done, so if you haven't had the opportunity to help out yet this year - or are looking to help out again - check out ways to you can support the Historic Westside at https://www.westsidefuturefund.org/give/

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Westside Future Fund!

Today, let's reflect on the importance of giving and coming together to support those in need. Wishing everyone a day filled with warmth, gratitude, and delicious food.

This Thanksgiving week, the Westside Future Fund Volunteer Corps jumped into action to help individuals and families in our community get the full experience of the holiday by partnering with Hudson Grille to provide Thanksgiving meals to those in need.

This occasion marks the fourth year of the partnership, this year providing over 1,500 meals with all of the essentials including turkey, stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, and green bean casserole along with dessert and rolls.

Westside Future Fund Partners with Hudson Grille to Distribute 1,500 Thanksgiving Meals to the Historic Westside - Westside Future Fund This Thanksgiving week, the Westside Future Fund Volunteer Corps jumped into action to help individuals and families in our community…Read More ›

Westside Future Fund is celebrating a milestone in its creation of quality affordable housing units on the historic Westside with the opening of three of its multifamily properties in English Avenue.

These openings represent 21 new units of quality affordable housing in these neighborhoods. The 21 new high-quality affordable housing units are in addition to WFF’s existing portfolio of 181 units and represent over $30 million worth of investment in multifamily projects completed, and underway.

Westside Future Fund Celebrates Opening Of Three Multifamily Properties in English Avenue - Westside Future Fund Westside Future Fund (WFF) is celebrating a milestone in its creation of quality affordable housing units on the historic Westside…Read More ›

Last week, we had the opportunity to sit down with Ángel Cabrera, President of Georgia Institute of Technology, at the November Transform Westside Summit for an insightful conversation about the university's impact on the Historic Westside.

Couldn't make it? Don't worry - you can still watch the full Summit on our YouTube! Watch now at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfbpuEBXd6E

Don't forget - join us tomorrow at the November Transform Westside Summit!

Register now at https://www.westsidefuturefund.org/events/https-www-eventbrite-com-myeventeid701081633037/

Our Home on the Westside rental property waitlist is open for applicants!

Local residents with ties to our Historic Westside community can now apply for a chance to be placed in one of the organization’s high-quality, affordable rental properties. This comes as Westside Future Fund is set to complete 33 new units this year, with another over 90 new units set to complete in 2024 and 2025.

Learn more and apply now at https://www.westsidefuturefund.org/homeonthewestside-form/

to Dr. Kimberley Hundley for becoming one of our newest Home on the Westside homeowners!

Dr. Hundley recently closed on her new home in the English Avenue neighborhood. She has lived on the Westside for over a decade in the Atlanta University Center community. A Clark Atlanta University alum, she works at City of Refuge’s House of Cherith as a behavioral health specialist.

“I think having my home here in the community gives me a bigger investment in where I work, what I do, and how I provide care to clients,” said Hundley in an interview with City of Refuge. “If I’m going to be working with you and walking with you on your journey for healing, and I live in the same way you do, it’s more of an intimate relationship.”

Dr. Jackson now owns a two-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom home.

Learn more at https://www.westsidefuturefund.org/westside-future-fund-welcomes-two-new-homeowners-to-english-avenue-through-home-on-the-westside/

Join us next Friday, November 17 at the Transform Westside Summit – a monthly event to convene the community for networking and informative conversations about and for the Westside.

This month will feature Ángel Cabrera, President of the Georgia Institute of Technology, as he delves into the impact that the university has had on the Historic Westside.

As always, this event is free and open to the public – we hope you will join us. Register now: https://www.westsidefuturefund.org/events/https-www-eventbrite-com-myeventeid701081633037/

Westside Future Fund is grateful to Bank of America for naming our organization as one of its grant recipients. With an award of $22,000, we will continue our work to develop more quality affordable housing via our signature affordable housing program Home on the Westside.

This program prioritizes legacy and future residents with live, work, and learn connections to the historic Westside. Its three service areas include single-family homeownership, rental housing, and property tax assistance for legacy residents.

Learn more at

Westside Future Fund Receives $22,000 Grant From Bank of America Supporting Home On The Westside - Westside Future Fund Westside Future Fund (WFF) is grateful to Bank of America for naming our organization as one of its grant recipients.…Read More ›

🗳️ Today is the day, Westside residents!

It's Election Day, and your voice matters. Exercise your right to vote and make a difference in our community. Every ballot counts, so head to your nearest polling station and be a part of the change you want to see.

Need help finding your designated polling location? Visit the Georgia Secretary of State's My Voter Page to find out in just a few easy steps: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/

Westside Future Fund is proud to announce the appointment of its new Chief Development Officer, Rochelle Reeder. With nearly two decades of experience in development and fundraising, Rochelle brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for advocating on behalf of women, youth, education, and the community.

To learn more about Rochelle, visit

Westside Future Fund Appoints Rochelle Reeder As New Chief Development Officer - Westside Future Fund Westside Future Fund (WFF), a non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing Atlanta’s historic Westside neighborhoods, is proud to announce the appointment…Read More ›

Congratulations to Nicola Jackson, one of our newest Home on the Westside homeowners!

Nicola closed on her home in September. She has been a resident of Vine City, one of the five neighborhoods in Westside Future Fund’s service footprint, for over a decade. Jackson is also a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, and her daughter is a student attending Spelman College.

“I know I’m in a better position to own a home in the neighborhood I never want to leave,” said Jackson. “My whole life is in this community and I can’t see myself elsewhere in Atlanta.”

Jackson now owns a three-bedroom, 2 bathroom home in English Avenue!

Westside Future Fund is pleased to be partnering with Hudson Grille again this year to offer a catered Thanksgiving dinner to Westside families in need.

If you are a resident of the Ashview Heights, Atlanta University Center, English Avenue, Vine City, or Just Us neighborhoods and are interested in receiving this Thanksgiving feast, please email [email protected] or call (470) 377-6342 by Tuesday, November 7.

Be sure to include your address and family size. Meals will be delivered on November 21 and 22.

Our October Impact Newsletter hit emailboxes yesterday - this month's issue is packed with news from the organization you won't want to miss!

Not subscribed? Don't worry - it's easy to get signed up!

Just visit www.westsidefuturefund.org to sign up with your email and stay informed about all of the work we are doing to transform the Historic Westside into a community that Dr. King would be proud to call home.

It sure feels like fall!

The WFF Volunteer Corps had a blast adding an extra dose of community spirit at the Tuskegee Airmen Global Academy's Fall Festival! We loved joining together with our community including students, families, and faculty for this wonderful event.

A huge shoutout to the amazing volunteers who came out to help make the Fall Festival such a success, and thank you to the Academy for having us!

Community members and business leaders convened at The Gathering Spot October 20 for the Transform Westside Summit. The program began with a moving devotion from N’Dieye Danavall, English Avenue resident and homeowner through Westside Future Fund’s signature program, Home on the Westside.

Following the devotion, Reverend Winston Taylor, legacy Westside resident, local preacher and founder of The Beloved Community Inc., took the stage to discuss the activation of St. Mark’s AME Church. He was joined in conversation by WFF President & CEO John Ahmann.

Read a quick recap and watch the full Summit here:

October Summit Recap: The Activation of St. Mark’s AME Church and Its Impact - Westside Future Fund Community members and business leaders convened at The Gathering Spot October 20 for the Transform Westside Summit. The program began…Read More ›

Westside Future Fund had the pleasure of joining together with students and families for a day jam-packed with fun at the M. Agnes Jones Elementary School Fall Festival! From a petting zoo to pumpkins, there was something for everyone to enjoy.

Thank you to all of the incredible volunteers who helped make this event a huge success this weekend.

Interested in joining us at our next volunteer event? Check out upcoming opportunities here: https://volunteer.westsidefuturefund.org/

What an unforgettable day!

Thank you to everyone who came out to join us for the Second Annual Ride for the Westside. Your attendance was crucial to supporting our mission to transform the Historic Westside into a community that Dr. King would be proud to call home.

We hope you had a fantastic time at the event, whether you were riding, running, or walking, and we're grateful for your enthusiasm. It wouldn't have been the same without you!

2023 Ride For The Westside - Presented by QuestCDC & Westside Future Fund Watch a community in motion to benefit the revitalization of the Historic Westside neighborhoods with Westside Future Fund and QuestCDC at the second annual ...

Don't forget - join us for our next Transform Westside Summit this Friday, October 20! Register now at https://www.westsidefuturefund.org/events/https-www-eventbrite-com-myeventeid701081633037/?fbclid=IwAR1qm4FXlefFegCIOlVdNhftkIxSEwb8F-VpBKDCzu3fa3LS1JV23JM9Z4Q

Cleaning up the Historic Westside, one block at a time.

A huge thanks to volunteers from the University of Central Florida Alumni Club who came out to help us clean up the community this weekend.

Thanks to volunteers like you, we are making tremendous strides in our mission to revitalize and transform our community.

October is , a time to join together as a community to stand united with friends, family, and neighbors who are or have been victims of this often silent epidemic.

It is crucial that we work together to foster a community in which everyone feels safe and supported. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, there are local resources available to help.

ATL Volunteer Lawyers Foundation's multi-disciplinary Standing with Survivors team is embedded in the Westside community to provide comprehensive assistance to survivors in need of protection from an abuser.

Standing with Survivors: AVLF Brings Holistic Approach to Addressing Intimate Partner Abuse to Westside Communities - Westside Future Fund The Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation (AVLF) is dedicated to addressing issues of safety and stability, particularly in the areas of…Read More ›

Join us next Friday, October 20 at the Transform Westside Summit – a monthly event to convene the community for networking and informative conversations about and for the Westside.

This month will feature Reverend Winston Taylor as he dives into the activation of St. Mark's Church and the impact that its had on the residents of the Historic Westside.

As always, this event is free and open to the public – we hope you will join us. Register now: https://www.westsidefuturefund.org/events/https-www-eventbrite-com-myeventeid701081633037/

This past Friday, more than 50 volunteers from Warner Bros. Discovery were hard at work on the Westside with the WFF Volunteer Corps!

The group celebrated their Day of Service helping the staff at Tuskegee Airmen Global Academy with tasks around the school and cleaning up the community by clearing blighted lots along Vine Street in English Avenue.

We as a community are incredibly grateful for your support!

In a pivotal moment for the YWCA of Greater Atlanta, a 121-year-old institution dedicated to supporting women and their families, the organization’s leadership chose Danita V. Knight as its President and Chief Executive Officer last fall.

Knight comes to the YWCA of Greater Atlanta at a critical time for the organization as it works to expand and optimize its program offerings and locations, including the reopening of the historic Phillis Wheatley YWCA in the Historic Westside.

YWCA of Greater Atlanta Aims to Bring a Holistic Approach to Serving Westside Women and Children - Westside Future Fund In a pivotal moment for the YWCA of Greater Atlanta, a 121-year-old institution dedicated to supporting women and their families,…Read More ›

Westside Future Fund is pleased to announce that the Home on the Westside rental property waitlist has reopened for applicants!

Local residents with ties to our Historic Westside community can now apply for a chance to be placed in one of the organization’s high-quality, affordable rental properties. This comes as WFF is set to complete 33 new units this year, with another over 90 new units set to complete in 2024 and 2025.

Waitlist Reopens for Home on the Westside Properties - Westside Future Fund Westside Future Fund (WFF) is pleased to announce that the Home on the Westside rental property waitlist has reopened for…Read More ›

A huge thank you to the Dematic team for their generous donation to the annual Westside Future Fund school supply drive!

Each year, we collaborate with community partners to provide students at M. Agnes Jones Elementary School with essential school supplies. This year's event was critical to ensuring that students have the resources they need to thrive in their educational goals.

The students and staff are incredibly grateful for your support!

We had a blast this past Saturday celebrating the Historic Westside alongside fellow host Quest CDC, participants, volunteers and our amazing sponsors at the second annual Ride for the Westside!

This year's event was a huge success, raising critical funds to support our mission to provide quality, affordable housing and essential resources for the historic Westside to thrive.

A huge thanks to all those that made this event so special - stay tuned for photos and videos from the big day, coming soon!

This month's Transform Westside Summit was one to remember as the Westside Future Fund team dove into the plan for Our Next Chapter as a community.

Local leaders, business owners and community members joined together to hear from John Ahmann, President & CEO, Rachel Carey, Chief Real Estate Officer, and Derrick Jordan, Real Estate Development Consultant.

Couldn't make it? Check out our quick recap or watch the full Summit!

September Summit Recap: Westside Future Fund's Our Next Chapter - Westside Future Fund Westside Future Fund hosted a fireside chat to provide an update on its “Our Next Chapter” capital campaign. Launched officially…Read More ›

Westside Future Fund is incredibly grateful for The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation’s continued commitment to supporting our Historic Westside community.

The $10 million grant toward Our Next Chapter's $55 million fundraising goal is a significant step in ensuring that we can continue our efforts to provide access to affordable housing for current and future legacy residents in our neighborhoods through our Home on the Westside and Anti-Displacement Tax Fund programs.

🌟 We're thrilled to share that we approved over $24 million in grants to make a positive impact in various areas.

Here's a quick look at the grants:

1️⃣ $10M to Westside Future Fund
2️⃣ $6.2M to CareerRise
3️⃣ $6.2M to Georgia Resilience and Opportunity Fund
4️⃣ $1M to Capital Good Fund
5️⃣ $400,000 to Accelerate Montana
6️⃣ $375,000 to Reach Higher Montana

These grants reflect our commitment to creating a brighter future. Learn more at https://ambff.org/24M. Together, we're making a difference!