FCS - Focused Community Strategies

Save the date! FCS is excited that the neighborhood of South Atlanta will be featured in the Health Is a Human Right: Achieving Health Equity exhibition at the CDC Museum, highlighting nationwide efforts to tackle health disparities. The exhibit revisits past challenges and showcases today’s “good news wins,” demonstrating how individuals, organizations, and governments are working together to ensure everyone can achieve the best health outcomes. From housing to transportation, faith leadership, and environmental health solutions, this exhibition celebrates sustainable models for advancing health equity. Join us in exploring these inspiring stories at the CDC Museum starting on November 25, 2024.

Trust takes time. On the first day of our Fall Open House, we dove into a variety of topics including Holistic Neighborhood Development with Shawn Duncan, exploring how addressing housing, education, and income collectively creates lasting change. We discussed the importance of co-creating flourishing places rather than simply providing services, and that trust is simply not built overnight. Stay tuned for more recaps from the two-day event! #fcsministries #historicsouthatlanta #southatlanta 

CALLING ALL SOUTH ATLANTA BUSINESS OWNERS! Are you a brick & mortar owner, home-based entrepreneur, or commercial property owner in South Atlanta's NPU-Y neighborhoods (Amal Heights, Betmar LaVilla, Chosewood Park, Joyland, High Point Estates, Lakewood Heights, Park Place South, Pickfair, South Atlanta, and The Villages at Carver)? Join FCS and idealDESIGN,inc on Tuesday, October 29th from 4-5:30pm at FCS (1297 McDonough Blvd SE, Atlanta, GA 30315) for the first of three community meetings to form a Business Association for your neighborhoods! WHAT IS THE PURPOSE & WHY?    •Learn the purpose & structure of a business association •Discover what it takes to establish and maintain a 501(c)(6) •Share your thoughts in a Q&A session •Enjoy catering provided by Carver Market! Free to attend—sign up here: https://lnkd.in/dAXGyhCT Let’s build a stronger business community together! 

Last week, Dr. Arletta Brinson and her sister Gloria Lane, lifelong residents of Historic South Atlanta, shared a joyful moment over coffee after voting together.  Voting is more than just a civic duty—it’s a chance to stand with our community and make our voices heard. Early voting is happening now, and your vote matters!  Important Details: Early Voting Dates: October 15 – November 1 Locations: https://lnkd.in/dtYdmVKM  #fcsministries #historicsouthatlanta #southatlanta  #VoteTogether #YourVoteMatters

Did you know this is National Estate Planning Awareness Week? FCS is partnering with FreeWill to help you create a FREE, legally-binding will. It’s quick, easy, and a great way to ensure your loved ones are cared for. By planning ahead, you can leave a lasting legacy for future generations. Click the link to get started today: https://lnkd.in/eMA_G_HQ

Have you heard about Brownsville Pointe? What was once a gas station is now transforming into an exciting $8 million mixed-use development! At the request of the neighborhood, this project will feature 18 residential units, with 12 dedicated to affordable housing, plus 2,500 square feet of commercial space ideal for a local sit-down restaurant. Backed by government funding, developer equity, and traditional financing, Brownsville Pointe will create valuable housing and business opportunities for the community. Want to support community-driven developments like this?  Learn more and get involved! https://lnkd.in/eCsVTXZG   #fcsministries #historicsouthatlanta #southatlanta 

Join us for Unity Day on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 11 AM - 4 PM at Southside Park! 🎉 We’re celebrating 50 years of NPU-Z and bringing together all 13 communities with FREE food, health checkups, giveaways, and more! Come enjoy games, prizes, and meet your neighbors for a day of connection and fun. Don’t miss out! Special thanks to the City of Atlanta for making this event possible through the Community Impact Grant.

Our community continues to flourish thanks to the power of participation! It’s all about coming together for a stronger, healthier community. After 20+ years in South Atlanta, we see neighbors leading the way to lasting change. Your support helps secure flourishing for generations. Give today: https://lnkd.in/egS6qvhM #fcsministries #historicsouthatlanta #southatlanta 

The FCS Young Professionals Board rolled up their sleeves to help build in the South Atlanta community! 🏘️ Through teamwork and service, they’re making an impact by contributing to the revitalization efforts that foster strong, thriving neighborhoods. Proud to see our young leaders stepping up to make a difference! #fcsministries #historicsouthatlanta #southatlanta

Exciting News for South Atlanta! We’re thrilled to announce that South Atlanta will soon have its very own Small Business Association, thanks to a $60,000 grant from the Atlanta Beltline! This is part of the larger $510,000 Commercial District Support Grant awarded to 11 organizations, which will fund important initiatives like wayfinding and capacity building. Recently, the Atlanta Beltline hosted its first-ever Funding Fair, connecting over 70 small business owners with key resources—financial support, technical assistance, and networking opportunities. This event represents a major leap forward in promoting economic growth and strengthening Atlanta’s commercial districts! 🔗Read more about how they’re empowering small businesses here:  https://lnkd.in/enq5a_q9 #fcsministries #historicsouthatlanta #southatlanta