From October 11–14, 2025, Westside Future Fund (WFF) joined thousands of Atlantans in celebrating Hands On Atlanta Week, the city’s largest week of service.

Since 1989, Hands On Atlanta has been connecting changemakers to nonprofits and schools, empowering volunteers to take action—whether it’s tutoring students, feeding the homeless, or improving public spaces. This year, WFF partnered with Hands On Atlanta to make a visible impact right in the heart of the historic Westside community.

Volunteers focused their energy on 395 James P. Brawley, one of the organization’s first Home on the Westside high-quality, affordable multifamily developments. The team rolled up their sleeves to clean up the property and paint vibrant murals, transforming the space into a welcoming, lively environment for residents. These efforts not only enhanced the aesthetic appeal of the neighborhood but also strengthened community pride and connection.

The collaboration was part of a broader initiative with The Same House and the 2025 Beloved Benefit beneficiaries, which hosted marquee volunteer projects at more than 50 nonprofits and schools across Atlanta. This incredible group of volunteers demonstrated how hands-on service can support long-term community development, creating tangible, lasting improvements while inspiring others to give back.

“Service is what bridges communities,” said John Ahmann, President & CEO of Westside Future Fund. “When we walk together with purpose — from the historic Westside to every corner of Atlanta — we show what’s possible when people unite around shared progress. Being part of Hands On Atlanta Week was a powerful reminder that the future we’re building on the Westside is connected to the future of our entire city.”

To learn more about Hands On Atlanta and how to get involved in future volunteer opportunities, visit www.handsonatlanta.org.