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PHOTOS: Philanthropists leave mark on Atlanta
In Atlanta, the 20th and 21st centuries have seen the rise of influential philanthropists and doers, including entrepreneurs and executives like Alonzo Herndon, Robert Woodruff, H.J. Russell, Bernie Marcus, Arthur Blank, Alana Shepherd, Anne Cox Chambers and Jim Kennedy.
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Philanthropy shaped Atlanta. Here’s how that legacy endures.
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There are no less than seven buildings named after Woodruff, his wife or his parents, like the Winship Cancer Institute. (AJC file)
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The Robert W. Woodruff Foundation and a group of sister foundations spearheaded an effort to save Grady Hospital. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)
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Herman Russell donated $1 million each to Georgia State University, Tuskegee University (Russell’s alma mater), Morehouse College and Clark Atlanta University. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)
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The Georgia Aquarium, built with a $200 million gift from the Bernie Marcus Foundation, was Marcus’ first major philanthropic project after retiring. The Home Depot co-founder wanted to help rebuild downtown and make the city more of a destination. It opened in 2005. (Seeger Gray/AJC)
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Philanthropy shaped Atlanta. Here’s how that legacy endures.
Arthur Blank, co-founder of Home Depot, formed the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation with about $4 million worth of Home Depot shares in 1994. Since then, he has pledged more than $1.5 billion to causes around the world, including a $17 million grant to the National Center for Civil and Human Rights. (Ben Gray for the AJC)
Philanthropy shaped Atlanta. Here’s how that legacy endures.
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Philanthropy shaped Atlanta. Here’s how that legacy endures.
Iyamah Williams celebrates as she walks across the stage during Clark Atlanta University’s 2025 commencement ceremony. The Blank Foundation recently announced a $50 million scholarship initiative for students at Atlanta's historically Black colleges and universities. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
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Under Jim Kennedy, former chair of Cox and current chairman of the Cox Foundation, the organization ramped up its giving. The Cox Foundation provided pivotal initial support to the Beltline. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)
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Alonzo Herndon, born a slave, became Atlanta's first Black millionaire. He established the Atlanta Life Insurance Company, which became one of the most successful Black-owned companies in the country. (Courtesy of Atlanta Life Insurance Company)

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PHOTOS: Philanthropists leave mark on Atlanta

In Atlanta, the 20th and 21st centuries have seen the rise of influential philanthropists and doers, including entrepreneurs and executives like Alonzo Herndon, Robert Woodruf

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Credit: Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

PHOTOS: Thomas County Central pummels Gainesville for 5A state title

Gainesville and Thomas County Central battled on Wednesday night at Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the Class 5A state football championship.

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Credit: Daniel Varnado/For the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

PHOTOS: Sandy Creek defeats Jefferson for Class 3A championship

Sandy Creek completed a perfect 15-0 season with a 27-7 victory over Jefferson on Wednesday night in the Class 3A state championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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Credit: Sarah Peacock

PHOTOS: Savannah Christmas model train garden began under the tree

Savannah’s Don Mathis erects his snowy holiday metropolis every year and shares it with his neighborhood’s children.

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Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com

PHOTOS: Calvary Day and Hebron Christian battle for Class 3A-A title

Calvary Day and Hebron Christian met on Wednesday in the Class 3A-A state football championship at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC

PHOTOS: Fani Willis testifies before state Senate panel

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis testifies before Georgia lawmakers amid scrutiny of her prosecution of Donald Trump and allies over the 2020 election.

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Credit: Natrice Miller

PHOTOS: Young Thug hometown show in Atlanta

Rapper Young Thug performed Tuesday at State Farm Arena. It was the Atlanta artist’s first major hometown show since his release from jail in October 2024.

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Credit: Jason Getz / Jason.Getz@ajc.com

PHOTOS: Buford defeats Carrollton in Class 6A title game

Buford and Carrollton battled for the Class 6A state high school football championship on Tuesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.