The East Lake Foundation

The East Lake Foundation was established to revitalize the East Lake neighborhood, generate new opportunities for the families living there, and create a vibrant community where all residents thrive. Over the last two decades, the Foundation has proven that working with residents and public and private partners, while providing the right combination of comprehensive programs and services, is transformative for the community.

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  • For 24 years, the Foundation has been investing in the young people in East Lake. Please consider making a donation to help us ensure our students at Drew Charter School and The First Tee of East Lake continue to succeed. Donate Today
  • From birth through high school, East Lake children have access to high-quality learning experiences at Drew Charter School. Learn more.
  • At the center of the East Lake neighborhood are The Villages of East Lake, 542 market rate and affordable townhomes, villas and garden apartments. Learn more.
  • The First Tee of East Lake provides year-round golf and life skills instruction to more than 950 youth in the community.
  • Providing the tools to live a healthy lifestyle is an important feature in the East Lake model’s success. Learn more.

Recent News

Mar 15 2019

Executive Q&A: The Southern Co.’s Chris Womack talks about the TOUR Championship

We are always looking to expand the community outreach and impact of the tournament into the Greater Atlanta area. This is evidenced by the fact that the TOUR Championship expanded that focus in 2018 and added the Grove Park Foundation and Purpose Built Schools Atlanta as local organizations, in addition to the East Lake Foundation, that benefit from the tournament.
Mar 15 2019

CINK TO RECEIVE WOODEN CITIZEN CUP AWARD

As a member at East Lake Golf Club, Cink is one of the leaders in the community when it comes to supporting the East Lake Foundation. The foundation provides resources for families of The Villages of East Lake and students of Drew Charter School to build a better life through college education, mixed-income housing, and community wellness.

A Foundation that Works

2018 Annual Report

The East Lake Foundation continues its work to transform place and build promise in the East Lake neighborhood. We made great strides in 2018, and we are grateful to all the partners, supporters and residents who make our success possible. Learn more

Drew Charter School

STEAM Certification

Drew's Junior Academy is now the first Title 1 middle school in the state to be officially certified as a STEAM School by the Georgia Department of Education. As a result of this designation and the Elementary Academy designation in 2017, Drew is now the only K-8 STEAM certified school in Georgia.

Swing for East Lake

Successful night swinging for a cause

On November 8th, the East Lake Foundation hosted the 4th Annual Swing for East Lake at Topgolf Midtown. This event was fun and exciting for golfers of all levels and raised more than $60,000 for the East Lake Foundation. Thank you to our Presenting sponsor AT&T! Also, thank you to the Gold sponsors, Publix and Ray Robinson as well as our many Bronze sponsors! Learn more

East Lake Women's Alliance

ELWA Grants $30,000 to the RISE after school program at Drew Charter School

The ELWA has chosen to grant their collective membership dues to the RISE after school program at Drew Charter School. A total of $30,000 will be directed to this important comprehensive after school program for Pre-K through 5th grade students. The program includes academic, recreational and athletic activities which are designed to supplement and enrich students’ learning during the day time. Learn more

Party on the Green

Party on the Green raises record amount

The East Lake Foundation announced that the 2018 Party on the Green, honoring Jim and Sarah Kennedy, raised a record $500,000 for the East Lake Early Childhood Education Initiative. Learn more

Drew Charter School

Drew Charter School's Class of 2018

On May 19, 2018, Drew Charter School graduated the Class of 2018. With acceptances to more than 100 colleges and universities, the Class of 2018 earned over $9 million in college scholarships.