Building public programs and nurturing local leadership to create more vibrant communities
For Georgia’s small towns and cities, thoughtful local planning and intentional community engagement fuel the spirit that sets our state apart. The University of Georgia helps foster that spirit through collaboration with local governments and businesses to develop vibrant downtown centers and train the next generation of community leaders.
These partnerships are sparking – revitalization and renewal from Catoosa County to the coast.
Community Impact
Corps Partnership
UGA’s Skidaway Institute works with local leaders and the Army Corps of Engineers to safeguard the coastline.
First Line of Defense
Building resiliency through native plants on Georgia’s coast
A Second Act Begins
A Hartwell community theater lands $500K Fox Theatre grant with UGA’s help.
Looking out for Georgia’s Veterans
When Georgia’s veterans need help accessing military benefits, the UGA Veterans Legal Clinic stands ready to help.
From hospital closure to community renewal: Catoosa County’s vision for the future
With the decision for the Hutcheson Medical Center in Fort Oglethorpe to close its historic downtown campus, leaving a 31-acre site and 300,000-square-foot building, the Catoosa County community saw an opportunity for generational transformation that could turn the loss into an economic development opportunity for their city.
Better Policing
New policing model delivers gain for people and budget in Georgia community.
Inspiring Georgia’s Future Leaders
High school students from across Georgia participate in a year-long training program. Youth LEAD Georgia is helping them prepare to lead the state into the future.
Supporting Military Communities
Institute of Government partnerships build more vibrant, prosperous communities across the state.
Protecting the Georgia Coast
UGA students cleanup the Georgia marsh and get rid of invasive plants.
