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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  • 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

Sep 4 2020

The inspired, inspiring

For Christopher McCrary, laying the foundation to success for those who are following him is what drives him to continue being a prominent leader in his community.
Sep 4 2020

TOUR Championship projected to break donation record with help from Atlanta’s top companies

No corporate suites. No vendors. No fans. The TOUR Championship got underway on Friday but it’s taking on a different look this year with no patrons allowed to attend due to ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

Thank you

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. Thank you to everyone who supported the 2020 Birdies for East Lake Challenge. This year, generous donors pledge nearly $70,000 to support the Foundation's work in the East Lake neighborhood. Learn more

COVID-19

Community Food Distribution

The East Lake Community Food Distribution has been extended for an additional 3 weeks. September 4th, 11th, 18th from 2 pm-4 pm at the East Lake Family YMCA. If you know of a family in need, please let them know.

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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

A Foundation that Works

2019 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