Land for Conservation and Community

Athens Land Trust preserves, protects, and strengthens the fabric of the community through education and the stewardship of land for purposes of affordable housing, conservation, agriculture, and economic development.

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Grow Your Business Spring Workshop Series

Athens Land Trust is excited to host this course designed to help budding entrepreneurs develop their business and for existing business owners to grow their business. Thanks to funding through the ACC Community Development Block Grant, there is no cost to participate. Our goal is to have registrants attend every course date to take full advantage of this amazing FREE offering, as well as to develop a written business plan for their business. Workshops will be part-lecture and part in-class work to give attendees time to develop strong business plans and strategies. Meetings will also feature local guest speakers.

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The West Broad Farmers Market Returns on April 1st!

The West Broad Farmers Market is set to return to hosting a weekly farmers market, every Saturday from April 1st through December 16th! Join us from 11 AM to 2 PM at 300 S. Rocksprings Street to shop for fresh produce, baked goods, prepared foods, arts and crafts, fresh-cut flowers, meat and dairy products, and more!

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We're a Drawdown Georgia Grant Recipient!

We have received one of the inaugural Drawdown Georgia Climate Solutions & Equity Grants in support of efforts that advance climate solutions and prioritize equity in Georgia!

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Winter Newsletter Out Now!

The latest edition of our print newsletter is now available. Click here for program updates, feature stories, and to learn what we've accomplished this year!

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Please note: The Athens Land Trust office is now open to the public during our standard business hours of 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

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Grow Your Business Spring Workshop

Our free online business development workshop is back! This course designed to help budding entrepreneurs develop their businesses and for existing business owners to grow their businesses.

The West Broad Farmers Market Returns!

The West Broad Farmers Market is set to return to weekly in-person markets, every Saturday, April 1 - December 16! Click here for all the details.

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Join Us for an Open House April 14!

We invite you to an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 14 to celebrate the completion of the historic Mack Burney house renovation!

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Now Hiring For Our Youth Programs

The Young Urban Farmers and Young Urban Builders programs are all hiring for spring 2023! Click here to learn more and download an application.

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Learn About Our Homeownership Program!

Are you ready to become our next first-time homeowner? Affordable Housing Info Sessions are offered twice a month. Click here for Session dates.

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Volunteer With Us!

We are seeking some helping hands with volunteer opportunities in our Community Agriculture and Conservation programs this spring. Click here for more info.

Upcoming Events
Apr
5
Wed
5:30 pm Grow Your Business Workshop Series
Grow Your Business Workshop Series
Apr 5 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Athens Land Trust is excited to host this course designed to help budding entrepreneurs develop their business and for existing business owners to grow their business. Thanks to funding through the ACC Community Development Block Grant, there is no cost to participate. Our goal is to have registrants attend every course date to take full ... Read more
Apr
8
Sat
11:00 am The West Broad Farmers Market
The West Broad Farmers Market
Apr 8 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
This year, the West Broad Farmers Market is excited to announce its return to a full season of in-person markets, with Opening Day on Saturday, April 1st. Weekly markets will be held every Saturday through December 16th, excluding Thanksgiving weekend. Hours will be from 11 AM to 2 PM.We are proud to be a SNAP/EBT ... Read more
Apr
11
Tue
12:00 pm Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Apr 11 @ 12:00 pm
Are you interested in learning more about homeownership opportunities through Athens Land Trust? Anyone interested in Athens Land Trust’s Affordable Housing Program will get an overview of the program, have the opportunity to ask any questions, and complete an application. Register online or call 706-613-0122. Starting in February of 2023, info sessions on the 2nd ... Read more
Apr
12
Wed
5:30 pm Grow Your Business Workshop Series
Grow Your Business Workshop Series
Apr 12 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Athens Land Trust is excited to host this course designed to help budding entrepreneurs develop their business and for existing business owners to grow their business. Thanks to funding through the ACC Community Development Block Grant, there is no cost to participate. Our goal is to have registrants attend every course date to take full ... Read more
Apr
14
Fri
4:00 pm Open House and Ribbon-Cutting Ce...
Open House and Ribbon-Cutting Ce...
Apr 14 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Open House and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for the Historic Mack Burney Renovation @ The Mack Burney House
We are pleased to announce that the historic preservation work on the Mack Burney House is nearing completion. With an eye toward the home’s historic and architectural significance, ALT has been working with Athens-Clarke County, state historic preservation specialists, and most importantly, with stakeholders representing the community’s interest in preserving this important landmark. We are ... Read more
Apr
15
Sat
8:30 am Homebuyer Education Class
Homebuyer Education Class
Apr 15 @ 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
The Homebuyer Education Course will take place via Zoom. For more information and to register, visit the Homebuyer Education Class page. Classes are typically held on Saturdays, with occasional exceptions.   Click here to register.  
11:00 am The West Broad Farmers Market
The West Broad Farmers Market
Apr 15 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
This year, the West Broad Farmers Market is excited to announce its return to a full season of in-person markets, with Opening Day on Saturday, April 1st. Weekly markets will be held every Saturday through December 16th, excluding Thanksgiving weekend. Hours will be from 11 AM to 2 PM.We are proud to be a SNAP/EBT ... Read more
Apr
17
Mon
5:30 pm Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
Apr 17 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Our Board meets on the third Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Board Meetings are open to the public, and anyone who wishes to attend can contact Hannah Johnson at hannah@athenslandtrust.org for the meeting link. This meeting will take place virtually via Zoom. Please note: The January 2023 board meeting will take place on ... Read more
Apr
19
Wed
5:00 pm Financial Management Workshop
Financial Management Workshop
Apr 19 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Athens Land Trusts Housing Counseling team is offering a series of free Financial Management Workshops. Workshops will be held online via Zoom on Wednesdays from 5:00 to 6:30 PM unless otherwise indicated. Advanced registration is required. Registration for workshops closes at 5:00 PM the day prior to the session. Please contact the Housing Counselor, Tara ... Read more
5:30 pm Grow Your Business Workshop Series
Grow Your Business Workshop Series
Apr 19 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Athens Land Trust is excited to host this course designed to help budding entrepreneurs develop their business and for existing business owners to grow their business. Thanks to funding through the ACC Community Development Block Grant, there is no cost to participate. Our goal is to have registrants attend every course date to take full ... Read more
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With over two decades of work with the Athens community, together we’ve made significant progress toward improving access, health, and wealth.


acres permanently protected by ALT conservation easements

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COVID-19 relief funds disbursed to those who suffered a loss of income during the COVID-19 Pandemic
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