WE BELIEVE … that every young man and woman possesses the ability to be a good leader. American Explorers is a comprehensive leadership development program giving youth from Atlanta’s historic Westside communities pathways to leadership. Through a collection of programs and hands-on learning experiences, American Explorers become change agents, educators, community builders, entrepreneurs and stewards of their communities.

WE BELIEVE …in accelerating audience building innovations for nonprofit arts organizations and helping to create personalized experiences for increased public support.

WE BELIEVE … in innovative approaches to increase time kids spend in physical Activity – especially those approaches that change the lives of children who traditionally are most likely to miss out or opt out of physical activity – and to give more children access to fresh fruits and vegetables.

WE BELIEVE … in making the game of soccer accessible and inclusive for individuals across the state of Georgia. Through the global game of soccer, the Atlanta United Foundation (AUF) grant programs stress the importance of physical fitness while building a supportive culture of play and sportsmanship.

WE BELIEVE … that by convening individuals around issues, innovations and ideas that will shape the quality of life for families in Atlanta and beyond, we can spur civic action and citizen involvement for positive change in people’s lives.

WE BELIEVE ….that young people, families, and entire communities need healthy, inspiring places to grow and develop. Parks and community green spaces offer social, ecological, and economic benefits to residents and visitors alike.

WE BELIEVE … the Mercedes-Benz Stadium Campus has the opportunity to reconnect Westside neighborhoods with downtown Atlanta, provide year-round programming, and bring diverse groups together to share experiences and interests.

WE BELIEVE … in continuing to support the causes and organizations in which our Chairman’s mother believed. The Molly Blank Fund was established after Molly Blank’s passing in 2015 at the age of 99.

WE BELIEVE … that Mountain Sky Guest Ranch is not an isolated piece of land, but a part of the much larger Greater Yellowstone landscape and community.

WE BELIEVE ….in expanding educational opportunities in ways that open new pathways to success in school and in life.

WE BELIEVE … in supporting the work of The First Tee, an organization committed to impacting the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.

WE BELIEVE … that catalytic, positive neighborhood transformation of Atlanta’s historic Westside communities is possible through strategic funding investments, leveraging additional resources to the Westside, building community and political will to address systemic issues of poverty and disinvestment, and ensuring that neighborhood transformation benefits all, especially long-time residents.