Growing Communities with Green of Hearts Sometimes a hobby can turn into a passion, and that passion can change your community. Such was the case for Bonita Cason-Atlow. After finding…

From Breakdown to Breakthrough In 1973, Rickie Parker was involved in a motorcycle accident that left him with a life-changing physical disability. “My left leg and arm were amputated and…

Communicating and Caring at The Ellis School Not every child learns the same way. And even the most effective and veteran teachers are not always equipped with the time or…

Call it a Comeback Some of Brian Bennett’s past mistakes were the only thing standing in the way of him finding work. He has a criminal background, and needed a…

True Colors Theatre Steals the Show in the Atlanta Art Scene For an emerging playwright, there’s nothing better than getting the stamp of approval from a celebrated and accomplished Broadway…

New Hope and Progress in East Lake The East Lake neighborhood that people know today is not one and the same of 25 years ago. Formerly overrun with blight and…

This week’s episode of the Good Works Show featured a guest who is achieving great results in creating new norms.  Nzinga Shaw is the first person to hold the title of…

Last week on The Good Works Show, two local nonprofits shared how they are making lasting impacts on the community. In the first segment, Literacy Action’s Executive Director Austin Dickson…

Mother Theresa once said, “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” This week, The Good Works Show features…

Feeling safe and secure are some of life’s most important necessities. To have the comfort of a warm home, protecting you from the elements and keeping you from the dangers…