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 twenty-five years, 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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  • Birdies for East Lake is back during the 2021 TOUR Championship!
  • From birth through high school, East Lake children have access to high-quality learning experiences at Drew Charter School and our early learning partners. Learn more.
  • At the center of the East Lake neighborhood are The Villages of East Lake, 650 market rate and affordable townhomes, villas and garden apartments. Learn more.
  • First Tee of Metro Atlanta provides year-round golf and life skills instruction to more hundreds of 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

Sep 15 2021

Start:ME Accelerator Program Seeking Entrepreneurs for the 2022 Program, Offering $30K in Grants to Small Businesses in Clarkston, East Lake, Southside Atlanta

The Start:ME business accelerator program is currently recruiting promising microentrepreneurs in and around Clarkston, East Lake, and Southside Atlanta for its 2022 programs. Fifteen to eighteen entrepreneurs from each community … Continue Reading →
Sep 13 2021

COVID-19 Resources for Families and Students

Support our East Lake COVID-19 Relief Fund Support the Drew Charter School Opportunity Fund State of Georgia Department of Public Health COVID-19 Resources Find the nearest COVID-19 Testing Site  Find … Continue Reading →

Pledge Now

Birdies for East Lake

What started as a simple gesture in by PGA Tour player Brendon Todd wanting to support the work of the East Lake Foundation in 2014 has turned into a movement. Complete and submit the form linked below to support Birdies For East Lake at the 2021 TOUR Championship. Pick your favorite player, the whole field or just make a flat donation. Thank you! Learn more

TOUR Championship

Community Day

The TOUR Championship is proud to host its inaugural Community Day on Sunday, August 29th from 3-6 pm at East Lake Golf Club. Entry is free and there will be complimentary food and non-alcoholic drinks. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. There will also be COVID-19 vaccinations, voter registration and education, and TOUR Championship merchandise for purchase. Learn more

East Lake Cup

2021

Join us for the 7th Annual East Lake Cup from October 24-27! We'll kick off this year's tournament with our signature event, Party on the Green on October 23. Tickets and joint sponsorship opportunities are available. Learn more

Drew Charter School

Congratulations Class of 2021

Drew Charter School's Class of 2021 graduated on May 22, 2021. All 97 members of the senior class graduated. Congratulations, Drew Eagles!

A Foundation that Shines Bright

2020 Annual Report

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

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East Lake COVID- 19 Relief Fund

The Foundation has established the East Lake COVID-19 Relief Fund to provide targeted short- and long- term support to stabilize families and our community wellness partners who are experiencing economic hardship. Our goal is to raise $1 million to support our most vulnerable residents and our partners who serve them. Please click on the Learn More button to make a donation to the East Lake COVID-19 Relief Fund. Learn more