About ALT
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.

About ALT
LTA Renewal Notice

The Land Trust Accreditation Commission recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever.

Athens Land Trust is pleased to announce it is applying for a third term renewal of accreditation. A public comment period is now open for all community members and key stakeholders.

LTA Renewal Notice
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Read Our Latest Newsletter!

Click here for program updates, feature stories, and to learn what we've accomplished so far in 2025!

Read Our Latest Newsletter!
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.

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.

Introducing the Athens Energy Opportunity Program
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LTA Renewal Notice

Land Trust Alliance Accreditation Renewal

Athens Land Trust is applying for a third term renewal of accreditation. A public comment period is now open for all community members and key stakeholders.

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Introducing Demetrius D. Jordan

Athens Land Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Demetrius D. Jordan, our new Executive Director!

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Homeownership Program Info Sessions

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

Volunteers

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.

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Housing & Financial Literacy Workshops

Sign up for a workshop to learn about financial topics, such as borrowing, credit cards, rental rights, and homebuyer education.

Diaper Bank

Free Diapers for Families in Need

We're proud to partner with the Athens Area Diaper Bank. Click here to learn about about free diapers for West Broad residents in need.

Upcoming Events
Apr
21
Mon
5:00 pm Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
Apr 21 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Our Board meets on the third Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. Board meetings will take place both in person and virtually via Zoom and are open to the public. Anyone who wishes to attend can contact Hannah Johnson at hannah@athenslandtrust.org.
5:30 pm Tenant’s Rights (Housing & Finan...
Tenant’s Rights (Housing & Finan...
Apr 21 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Athens Land Trust is a HUD Approved Housing Counseling Agency and provides affordable group education and one-on-one counseling to Athens-Clarke County residents and residents of Barrow, Oglethorpe, Walton, Oconee, Jackson, Elbert, and Madison Counties. Click here to register for our upcoming group housing counseling workshop.
Apr
22
Tue
all-day Athens Land Trust Closed: Earth ...
Athens Land Trust Closed: Earth ...
Apr 22 all-day
Athens Land Trust will be closed for business on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025 in observance of Earth Day. We will resume our regular hours of operation (9:00 SM-5:00 PM, Monday through Friday) on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025.
Apr
23
Wed
5:30 pm Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Apr 23 @ 5:30 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. Info sessions on the 2nd Tuesday of the month will ... Read more
Apr
26
Sat
9:30 am Homebuyer Education Workshop
Homebuyer Education Workshop
Apr 26 @ 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Homebuyer Education Workshops are held in person at the Athens Land Trust office located at 685 N. Pope St., Athens, GA 30601 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM unless otherwise stated. Registrants must attend the full workshop to receive their class certificate. All workshops require advance registration and a $10 fee paid in advance for ... Read more
May
13
Tue
12:00 pm Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Affordable Housing Info Session ...
May 13 @ 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. Info sessions on the 2nd Tuesday of the month will ... Read more
May
19
Mon
5:00 pm Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
May 19 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Our Board meets on the third Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. Board meetings will take place both in person and virtually via Zoom and are open to the public. Anyone who wishes to attend can contact Hannah Johnson at hannah@athenslandtrust.org.
May
24
Sat
9:30 am Homebuyer Education Workshop
Homebuyer Education Workshop
May 24 @ 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Homebuyer Education Workshops are held in person at the Athens Land Trust office located at 685 N. Pope St., Athens, GA 30601 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM unless otherwise stated. Registrants must attend the full workshop to receive their class certificate. All workshops require advance registration and a $10 fee paid in advance for ... Read more
May
26
Mon
all-day Closed For Memorial Day
Closed For Memorial Day
May 26 all-day
Athens Land Trust will be closed for business on Monday, May 26th, 2025 for Memorial Day. We will resume our regular hours of operation (9 AM to 5 PM on weekdays) on Tuesday, May 27th, 2025.
May
28
Wed
5:30 pm Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Affordable Housing Info Session ...
May 28 @ 5:30 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. Info sessions on the 2nd Tuesday of the month will ... Read more
Jun
10
Tue
12:00 pm Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Jun 10 @ 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. Info sessions on the 2nd Tuesday of the month will ... Read more
Jun
16
Mon
5:00 pm Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
Jun 16 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Our Board meets on the third Monday of each month at 5:00 p.m. Board meetings will take place both in person and virtually via Zoom and are open to the public. Anyone who wishes to attend can contact Hannah Johnson at hannah@athenslandtrust.org.
Jun
19
Thu
all-day Office Closed: Juneteenth Observed
Office Closed: Juneteenth Observed
Jun 19 all-day
The Athens Land Trust office will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in observance of Juneteenth. We will resume our regular hours of operation (9 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday) on Friday, June 20th, 2025.
Jun
25
Wed
5:30 pm Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Jun 25 @ 5:30 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. Info sessions on the 2nd Tuesday of the month will ... Read more
Jun
28
Sat
9:30 am Homebuyer Education Workshop
Homebuyer Education Workshop
Jun 28 @ 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Homebuyer Education Workshops are held in person at the Athens Land Trust office located at 685 N. Pope St., Athens, GA 30601 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM unless otherwise stated. Registrants must attend the full workshop to receive their class certificate. All workshops require advance registration and a $10 fee paid in advance for ... Read more

Help Us Sustain Healthy Communities

Your donation supports the causes of food justice, land conservation, affordable housing, and economic opportunity for all.

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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