Bank of America Awards $218,000 to Address Critical Needs in Metro Atlanta

The Bank of America Charitable Foundation announced $218,000 in grants to 13 nonprofits in metro Atlanta addressing critical needs, such as hunger and shelter to longer-term solutions that promote financial wellness through access to benefits and resources. This is in addition to the $436,000 in grants to Atlanta nonprofits announced earlier this year that support housing and workforce development and education programs.

“We’re working to meet the day-to-day needs of those who live and work in our community,” said Geri Thomas, Georgia market president, Bank of America. “These grants will help nonprofits continue to address Atlanta’s most pressing needs while helping individuals become more financial stable in the long term.”

This funding is part of the company’s intensified philanthropic focus on three core issues vital to the economic health of communities: housing, jobs and hunger and represents an important component of Bank of America’s lending, investing and giving activities to help advance local economies.

Our House was lucky enough to be a recipient of one of these grants. We work with metro area homeless children to receive a quality, free early education. Our Family Advocates connect parents to needed resources, offer counseling and provide referrals and support to secure outside services. The grant will help Our House continue to provide these comprehensive services to homeless children and their families.

Bank of America Corporate Social Responsibility
Bank of America’s commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) is a strategic part of doing business globally. Our CSR efforts guide how we operate in a socially, economically, financially and environmentally responsible way around the world, to deliver for shareholders, customers, clients and employees. Our goal is to help create economically vibrant regions and communities through lending, investing and giving. By partnering with our stakeholders, we create value that empowers individuals and communities to thrive and contributes to the long-term success of our business. We have several core areas of focus for our CSR, including responsible business practices; environmental sustainability; strengthening local communities with a focus on housing, hunger and jobs; investing in global leadership development; and engaging through arts and culture. As part of these efforts, employee volunteers across the company contribute their time, passion and expertise to address issues in communities where they live and work.