The Foundation's Programs

The Foundation supports a number of exemplary environmental education programs in the state, including…

The Keep Georgia Beautiful Awards Luncheon. This annual celebration serves as a forum to recognize individuals, civic groups, governments, businesses/industries, and Keep America Beautiful affiliates for outstanding environmental achievements at the state and local levels.

Student of the Year Award. Each year, the Foundation presents a $1000 cash award to a high school student in the state for environmental excellence and leadership.

Environmental Education Grants. The Foundation annually funds a grant program that supports planned, or enhances existing, environmental education activities in Georgia.

Community Awareness. The Foundation supports media events and other communications programs that are consistent with its mission.

Education. The Foundation funds the development of environmental education resources for a variety of stakeholders, including schools and youth groups.

Keep Georgia Beautiful Board Development Institute. The Foundation helps to foster the Keep America Beautiful (KAB) affiliate leadership by supporting the KGB Board Development Institute, an annual forum for the volunteers who serve on the boards of Georgia's KAB affiliates.

Special Event Funding. The Foundation supports special events that raise awareness on environmental issues.

The Foundation funds projects consistent with its mission and strategic objectives. Preference is given to proposals that focus on resource conservation, solid waste management, beautification programs, and litter abatement. Awards are based upon the availability of funds and require the approval of the board of directors. Proposals should be submitted to the Foundation in writing.