$2,000,000 Gift to PATH Foundation

The Chestnut Family Foundation is proud to support the PATH Foundation with a commitment of $2,000,000 to advance the Georgia Hi‑Lo Trail and its Kids Bike League program. This investment reflects our belief in the power of outdoor recreation, safe trail access, and youth‑centered programming to strengthen communities across Georgia. The Kids Bike League initiative, in particular, offers children in rural areas meaningful opportunities to build confidence, develop healthy habits, and experience the joy of cycling—an impact that aligns deeply with our mission.

With funding distributed across 2025 and 2026, the Foundation hopes to help PATH and the Georgia Hi‑Lo Trail team continue expanding this innovative program and advancing the long‑term vision for a connected trail system. We look forward to seeing how this support helps bring the plans outlined in the proposal to life, creating new avenues for exploration, physical activity, and community engagement for young people throughout the region.

We remain inspired by the dedication and vision behind the Georgia Hi‑Lo Trail and the Kids Bike League program. It is a privilege to contribute to work that uplifts children in rural communities and fosters a lifelong connection to the outdoors.

$25,000 Gift to the Empty Stocking Fund

The Chestnut Family Foundation is pleased to support the Empty Stocking Fund with a $25,000 donation to advance its work for the 2025–2026 season. The Empty Stocking Fund plays a meaningful role in ensuring that children and teachers across our community have access to essential supplies and resources, especially during times of heightened need. We are honored to contribute to an organization whose mission brings dignity, joy, and practical support to families throughout Atlanta.

This gift reflects the Foundation’s belief in strengthening community‑based programs that make a direct and lasting impact. By supporting the Empty Stocking Fund’s efforts, we hope to help expand its reach and reinforce the services it provides year after year. The organization’s commitment to meeting children where they are—and ensuring they have what they need to learn, grow, and thrive—aligns deeply with our values.

We are grateful for the dedication of the Empty Stocking Fund team and the care they bring to their work. It is a privilege to stand alongside an organization that continues to uplift so many families, and we look forward to seeing the positive outcomes this support helps make possible

$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.