Since 1963, the Cousins Foundations have had the privilege of supporting community partners that address the greatest needs of our day. We aim to build collaborative relationships in support of holistic solutions that address the root causes of social and economic disparities.
Who We AreWe base our work on the spiritual principle that we are called to serve.
Purpose Built Schools Atlanta nurtures students' limitless potential with culturally relevant project-based instruction, enrichment, a positive environment, and holistic support for students and families.
Focused Community Strategies believes lasting impact requires addressing systemic, economic, and structural barriers to flourishing.
The Ministry Collaborative concentrates on nurturing and retaining talented pastors, providing support to follow their divine calling.
Leap Year enhances college success and literacy in metro Atlanta by involving first-gen high school graduates as second-grade reading coaches in an engaging service and college readiness initiative.
Emphasizing environmental justice, Purpose Built Communities Network Members integrate sustainable housing, stormwater management, and green infrastructure in their communities.
A national model for community redevelopment, East Lake is a thriving neighborhood that represents the untapped potential inherent in urban areas across the country.
Focused Community Strategies believes lasting impact requires addressing systemic, economic, and structural barriers to flourishing.The Ministry Collaborative concentrates on nurturing and retaining talented pastors, providing support to follow their divine calling.Leap Year enhances college success and literacy in metro Atlanta by involving first-gen high school graduates as second-grade reading coaches in an engaging service and college readiness initiative.Emphasizing environmental justice, Purpose Built Communities Network Members integrate sustainable housing, stormwater management, and green infrastructure in their communities.A national model for community redevelopment, East Lake is a thriving neighborhood that represents the untapped potential inherent in urban areas across the country.We invest in transformative social change.
Our efforts are acutely focused on communities in our city that have borne the brunt of systemic racism and lack equitable access to the resources they need to thrive. We prioritize funding for initiatives in the following focus areas that collectively contribute to a healthy ecosystem of resources within a community. These efforts often overlap and impact each other, so our strategy is to leverage opportunities for collaboration and partnership.
Stories of Impact
We support remarkable organizations that are on the ground doing the hard work. These stories of impact highlight just a few of the many organizations in our community who are serving the greater good.
Our Grant Process
Meetings of the Grants Advisory Committee are held bi-annually to review LOI’s and grant applications and recommend grants to partners.
We seek to build power within communities.
Our community partners are on the ground doing the hard work, and our mission has been–and will continue to be–to strengthen their work and voices.
60
Grants Awarded in 2023
$12.9M
Distributions in 2023
3,265
Total Grants – Lifetime