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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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Athens Land Trust Welcomes New Executive Director
Athens Land Trust Welcomes New Executive Director

Athens Land Trust is proud to announce the appointment of Demetrius D. Jordan as its new Executive Director. This leadership transition comes at a pivotal moment, as the organization marks 30 years of sustainable, holistic, and equitable community development.

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Athens Land Trust Welcomes New Executive Director
Introducing the Athens Energy Opportunity Program
Introducing the Athens Energy Opportunity Program

With the cost of energy on the rise, many Athens residents are feeling the burden of higher bills. The Athens Energy Opportunity Program aims to educate community members on Weatherization, Energy, Home Repairs, Utility Rebates, Solar Installation, and other services.

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

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Celebrating a First-Time Homeowner

Reflections on celebrating with a new homeowner - “I Feel Blessed” – The Journey of Joseph Llanos and the Power of Purpose-Driven Land. - Demetrius D. Jordan, Executive Director

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Homeownership Program Info Sessions

Are you ready to become a first-time homeowner? Want to learn more about the Community Land Trust model? Affordable Housing Info Sessions are offered twice a month.

Diaper Bank

Athens Area Diaper Bank Partner

We have teamed up with the Athens Area Diaper Bank to distribute free diapers to Athens families in need. Click here for more information.

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Our Impact

With three decades of work with the Athens community, together we’ve made significant progress toward improving access, health, and wealth.


acres of farmland, forests, wetlands, and other lands permanently protected across Georgia through conservation easements

low-to-moderate income families have become first-time homeowners
permanently affordable, energy efficient single-family homes built or substantially rehabilitated in historically Black neighborhoods

affordable rental units developed for extremely low- to low-income households
volunteer hours served by 139 volunteers as of November 2023​
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We’re right off Prince Ave, a few blocks from downtown, in a light blue house up on Pope Street.

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

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