$372,400 Three-Year Commitment to Helping Mamas

The Chestnut Family Foundation is honored to support Helping Mamas through a three‑year commitment totaling $372,400. This commitment will help expand the organization’s Library Diaper Distribution Program, a vital initiative that ensures families have consistent access to essential supplies. Helping Mamas plays an irreplaceable role in supporting women and children facing economic hardship, and we are proud to contribute to a program that directly strengthens the well‑being of some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

With funding distributed from 2025 through 2027, the Foundation hopes to help Helping Mamas deepen its reach and continue building a more equitable support system for families across Georgia. The organization’s thoughtful, community‑centered approach—meeting caregivers where they already are and removing barriers to basic necessities—aligns closely with our mission to uplift programs that create meaningful, measurable impact.

We remain inspired by the dedication of the Helping Mamas team and grateful for the compassion they bring to their work every day. It is a privilege to stand alongside an organization that consistently shows up for women and children, and we are honored to play a small part in advancing their mission.

$950,000 Two-Year Commitment to the Atlanta Music Project

The Chestnut Family Foundation is proud to continue its partnership with the Atlanta Music Project (AMP) through a new two‑year commitment totaling $950,000. This commitment supports AMP’s mission to empower young people through rigorous, high‑quality music education. The gift will strengthen several core areas of AMP’s programming, including teaching artist training and compensation, public school partnerships, tuition and instrument scholarships, and college campus visits—ensuring that talented young musicians have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

By funding these initiatives in both 2025 and 2026, the Foundation aims to help AMP deepen its impact and expand its reach across Atlanta’s communities. We look forward to seeing how this support enhances the organization’s ability to nurture creativity, discipline, and confidence in the next generation of artists. Our continued partnership reflects our belief in the transformative power of music and the vital role AMP plays in opening doors for young people.

We remain inspired by the dedication of the Atlanta Music Project team and honored to contribute to their ongoing growth and success. The Foundation celebrates AMP’s commitment to excellence and equity in arts education and is grateful for the opportunity to support such meaningful work

$1,000,000 Four-Year Commitment to Los Ninos Primero

The Chestnut Family Foundation is proud to support Los Niños Primero with a multi‑year commitment of up to $1,000,000 to strengthen the organization’s long‑term sustainability. Los Niños Primero has long been a pillar of support for Latino children and families in Atlanta, providing high‑quality educational programming that nurtures confidence, academic readiness, and a strong sense of community. We are honored to contribute to work that uplifts children during their most formative years and helps ensure they have the tools they need to thrive.

With funding distributed annually from 2026 through 2029, the Foundation looks forward to seeing how this investment supports organizational growth, enhances program delivery, and reinforces the long‑term stability of Los Niños Primero. The organization’s commitment to culturally responsive education and family engagement aligns deeply with our mission to empower communities and expand access to opportunity. We are inspired by the dedication and passion that drive this work and are grateful for the meaningful impact it continues to have across Atlanta’s Latino community.

We remain deeply appreciative of the Los Niños Primero team and the care they bring to every child and family they serve. It is a privilege to stand alongside an organization that champions early learning, celebrates culture, and strengthens the future of our community.

$1,200,000 Gift to JTS America

The Chestnut Family Foundation is honored to support JTS America with a $1,200,000 gift to advance its global humanitarian work. This gift, allocated equally between JTS India and JTS Philippines, reflects our deep respect for the organization’s thoughtful, community‑centered approach to addressing poverty and expanding educational opportunity. We are proud to help sustain the Sujata Academy in India—continuing the Foundation’s support from prior years—and to contribute to the construction of new schools in Mindanao, where access to education can transform the trajectory of entire communities.

This investment underscores the our belief in long‑term, sustainable solutions that uplift children and families. JTS’s work embodies this philosophy through its focus on education, empowerment, and compassionate service. We look forward to seeing how this support strengthens the organization’s ability to meet the needs of the communities it serves with dignity and care.

We remain deeply appreciative of the opportunity to partner with JTS and to play a small role in supporting Venerable Pomnyun Sunim’s vision of addressing the crises facing modern society. The impact of JTS’s work around the world continues to inspire us, and it is a privilege to contribute to such meaningful and far‑reaching efforts.

$1,259,774 Two-Year Commitment to MTB Atlanta

The Chestnut Family Foundation is proud to support MTB Atlanta with a commitment of $1,259,774 to advance its 2025 Shovel Ready Projects. This investment reflects our belief in the power of outdoor recreation, trail access, and community‑driven stewardship to enrich the lives of people across the Atlanta region. MTB Atlanta’s vision for expanding and enhancing local trail systems continues to inspire us, and we are honored to contribute to work that promotes healthy living, environmental connection, and equitable access to outdoor spaces.

With funding distributed across 2025 and 2026, the we look forward to seeing these transformative trail projects come to life. MTB Atlanta’s thoughtful planning and phased approach demonstrate a clear commitment to quality, sustainability, and community impact. We are excited to support the organization as it reaches key milestones and brings new opportunities for riding, exploration, and outdoor engagement to neighborhoods throughout the region.