Purpose Built Communities Office

Purpose Built Communities Office

Purpose Built Communities works with local leaders to achieve greater racial equity, improved health outcomes, and upward mobility to cultivate meaningful change in neighborhoods across the country. The Purpose Built holistic model of impact for place-based revitalization ensures a safe place to live, access to quality jobs, healthy food, recreation, and high-quality education – all coordinated by a dedicated, nonprofit community organization. The Purpose Built Communities Network includes 27 members in 20 states creating paths to prosperity for families and children.

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East Lake Retail & Restaurants

East Lake Retail & Restaurants

The East Lake neighborhood features many unique restaurants and retail locations—from bespoke cafés and a brewery/distillery to hip, casual eateries serving up American fusion and Latin American fare.

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East Lake Early Learning Academy

East Lake Early Learning Academy

The East Lake Early Learning Academy (ELELA) offers daycare and early learning services for young children. ELELA’s Creative Curriculum is used to deliver age-appropriate lessons in preparation for Kindergarten.

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East Lake Family YMCA

East Lake Family YMCA

The YMCA offers programs that support youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. Through community outreach programs like hunger relief, safety around water classes, and chronic disease support, the Y strives to bring about meaningful change in individuals and families in Metro Atlanta.

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Drew Charter - Junior & Senior Academy

Drew Charter School—Junior & Senior Academy

Charles R. Drew Charter School serves as a key component of the cradle-to-college/career continuum within the holistic East Lake neighborhood revitalization. Drew was founded for the purpose of providing an excellent education to the children living in The Villages of East Lake. Drew Charter School continues to center its work on The Villages of East Lake, while serving ethnically, culturally, socioeconomically diverse students. Drew is committed to an educational emphasis on removing economic and social barriers so that each child reaches their full potential.

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East Lake Foundation Office

East Lake Foundation Office

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. For approximately three 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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Drew Charter - Elementary Academy

Drew Charter School—Elementary Academy

Charles R. Drew Charter School serves as a key component of the cradle-to-college/career continuum within the holistic East Lake neighborhood revitalization. Drew was founded for the purpose of providing an excellent education to the children living in The Villages of East Lake. Drew Charter School continues to center its work on The Villages of East Lake, while serving ethnically, culturally, socioeconomically diverse students. Drew is committed to an educational emphasis on removing economic and social barriers so that each child reaches their full potential.

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First Tee — Metro Atlanta

First Tee — Metro Atlanta

First Tee — Metro Atlanta (First Tee) seeks to enable kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with life skills curriculum, First Tee creates learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience.

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The Charlie Yates Golf Course

The Charlie Yates Golf Course

The Charlie Yates Golf Course is located just minutes from downtown Atlanta, Midtown, and Decatur. Located in the award-winning East Lake community, the Charlie Yates Golf Course features a wonderfully conditioned 9-Hole Golf Course designed by famed architect Rees Jones. Facilities include a driving range, chipping and putting areas as well as a fully stocked Golf Shop.

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Sheltering Arms East Lake

Sheltering Arms East Lake

The mission of Sheltering Arms is to close opportunity gaps stemming from systemic racism by transforming the lives of children and their families through high-quality, equitable early childhood education and leadership in the field.

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East Lake Golf Club

East Lake Golf Club

Located in Atlanta, Georgia, East Lake Golf Club is the oldest golf course in the city of Atlanta and where legendary golfer Bobby Jones learned the game. The Club is not only historic, but philanthropic as well. Proceeds from Club operations support several charitable partners, including the East Lake Foundation, which has helped transform one of the nation’s worst public housing projects into a thriving community. Since 2005, East Lake has been the permanent home of the TOUR Championship, the culminating event of the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedEx Cup.

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VOEL - Leasing Center

Villages of East Lake—Legacy

The Villages at East Lake residents thrive within a community that has led the nation for more than a decade with a holistic vision that unites housing, education, and community wellness in a vibrant and inclusive neighborhood setting.

The villas and classic garden and townhomes are nestled within in a naturally elegant setting that features award-winning, on-site education, golf, and other fitness and leisure amenities, plus convenient access to shopping, dining, downtown, and beyond.

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VOEL - Clubside

The Villages at East Lake residents thrive within a community that has led the nation for more than a decade with a holistic vision that unites housing, education, and community wellness in a vibrant and inclusive neighborhood setting.

The villas and classic garden and townhomes are nestled within in a naturally elegant setting that features award-winning, on-site education, golf, and other fitness and leisure amenities, plus convenient access to shopping, dining, downtown, and beyond.

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VOEL - Hillside

The Villages at East Lake residents thrive within a community that has led the nation for more than a decade with a holistic vision that unites housing, education, and community wellness in a vibrant and inclusive neighborhood setting.

The villas and classic garden and townhomes are nestled within in a naturally elegant setting that features award-winning, on-site education, golf, and other fitness and leisure amenities, plus convenient access to shopping, dining, downtown, and beyond.

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VOEL - Lakeside

The Villages at East Lake residents thrive within a community that has led the nation for more than a decade with a holistic vision that unites housing, education, and community wellness in a vibrant and inclusive neighborhood setting.

The villas and classic garden and townhomes are nestled within in a naturally elegant setting that features award-winning, on-site education, golf, and other fitness and leisure amenities, plus convenient access to shopping, dining, downtown, and beyond.

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VOEL - Greenside

The Villages at East Lake residents thrive within a community that has led the nation for more than a decade with a holistic vision that unites housing, education, and community wellness in a vibrant and inclusive neighborhood setting.

The villas and classic garden and townhomes are nestled within in a naturally elegant setting that features award-winning, on-site education, golf, and other fitness and leisure amenities, plus convenient access to shopping, dining, downtown, and beyond.

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VOEL - Gardenside

Villages of East Lake—Gardenside

The mission of the Villages of East Lake—Gardenside is to provide quality, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income families.

The residences boast spacious floor plans, private balconies or patios, luxury flooring, and many other amenities. Live. Learn. Grow at Gardenside at The Villages of East Lake apartments in Atlanta, GA.

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Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo

Centrally-located banking with lobby hours Monday through Saturday, and 24-hour banking available through an ATM.

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Publix & Truist

Publix & Truist

Located in the heart of the East Lake neighborhood is Publix Super Market, along with a Truist bank branch inside. East Lake residents have convenient access to quality food and banking with one stop.

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Perennial Properties—Ella

Perennial Properties—Ella

ELLA, situated in historic East Lake, Atlanta, offers elevated, modern design within brand-new apartment homes. Situated within easy reach of local shopping, entertainment, and Atlanta’s vibrant heart, it offers stylish living for discerning locals.

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The Trust at East Lake

The Trust at East Lake

The Trust at East Lake (The Trust) is a vibrant community that delivers and preserves affordable housing, fostering an inclusive, equitable space near Atlanta BeltLine. The Trust’s vision is a livable city where communities will access opportunities and prosper. The Trust, an embodiment of superior craftsmanship, exceptional service, and strong community ethos, offers a range of one, two, and three-bedroom townhomes starting from $155,000.

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