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
Read Our Latest Newsletter!
Read Our Latest Newsletter!

The latest edition of our print newsletter is now available. Click here for program updates, feature stories, and to learn what we've accomplished so far in 2024!

Read Our Latest Newsletter!
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
The West Broad Farmers Market Returns!

You can find the West Broad Farmers Market on (2nd and 4th) Tuesdays from 5 to 8 PM at Athentic Brewing Company in Normaltown and Saturdays from 11 AM to 2 PM in at Rocksprings Park in the West Broad neighborhood!

The West Broad Farmers Market Returns!
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What's Happening

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

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Vanna Cure Appointed Interim Executive Director

Athens Land Trust has appointed Vanna Cure as Interim Executive Director to Lead During Transition

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Summer 2024 Newsletter Out Now!

We're proud to share what we have accomplished so far this year in the Farm Issue, the latest edition of our print newsletter!

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Housing & Financial Literacy Workshops

Sign up for a free workshop to learn about a variety of financial topics, including borrowing, credit cards, rental rights, and more.

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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.

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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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The West Broad Farmers Market

The 2024 market season kicks off April 20. We are now accepting applications from local farmers, growers, bakers, and makers.

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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.

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Homebuyer Education Class Dates

Our HUD-certified class will prepare you for becoming a first-time homeowner in Georgia. Click here for dates and more info.

Upcoming Events
Sep
10
Tue
12:00 pm Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Sep 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. Starting in February of 2023, info sessions on the 2nd ... Read more
5:00 pm The West Broad Farmers Market at...
The West Broad Farmers Market at...
Sep 10 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The West Broad Farmers Market at Athentic Brewing @ Athentic Brewing Company
Join us for a pint on the patio every second and fourth Tuesday evening at Athentic brewing Company! Shop with your fave WBFM vendors from 5 to 8 PM. You can look forward to fresh produce, delicious local fare, rare plants, artisan goods, and the best local brews from the team at Athentic.
Sep
14
Sat
11:00 am The West Broad Farmers Market
The West Broad Farmers Market
Sep 14 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The West Broad Farmers Market is back, now at our new location! Find us every Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Rocksprings Park under the picnic shelter.
Sep
16
Mon
5:00 pm Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
Athens Land Trust Board Meeting
Sep 16 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Our Board meets on the third Monday of each month at 5:00 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.
Sep
21
Sat
11:00 am The West Broad Farmers Market
The West Broad Farmers Market
Sep 21 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The West Broad Farmers Market is back, now at our new location! Find us every Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Rocksprings Park under the picnic shelter.
Sep
24
Tue
5:00 pm The West Broad Farmers Market at...
The West Broad Farmers Market at...
Sep 24 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The West Broad Farmers Market at Athentic Brewing @ Athentic Brewing Company
Join us for a pint on the patio every second and fourth Tuesday evening at Athentic brewing Company! Shop with your fave WBFM vendors from 5 to 8 PM. You can look forward to fresh produce, delicious local fare, rare plants, artisan goods, and the best local brews from the team at Athentic.
Sep
25
Wed
5:30 pm Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Sep 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. Starting in February of 2023, info sessions on the 2nd ... Read more
Sep
28
Sat
9:30 am Homebuyer Education Workshop
Homebuyer Education Workshop
Sep 28 @ 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Homebuyer Education Workshops are held at the Athens Land Trust office located at 685 N. Pope St., Athens, GA 30601. Registrants must attend the full workshop to receive their class certificate. All workshops require advance registration and a $10 fee paid in advance Click here to register.  
11:00 am The West Broad Farmers Market
The West Broad Farmers Market
Sep 28 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The West Broad Farmers Market is back, now at our new location! Find us every Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Rocksprings Park under the picnic shelter.
Oct
3
Thu
10:00 am Building and Promoting a Farm Br...
Building and Promoting a Farm Br...
Oct 3 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Building and Promoting a Farm Brand with Farmer Cee @ Global Growers Organic Co-Farm
RSVP Here Clarenda Stanley (aka Farmer Cee) is an award-winning marketing and fundraising expert turned herb farm owner and brand owner of an herbal tea line. As the founding CEO of Green Heffa Farms, Farmer Cee brings firsthand experience and a wealth of knowledge to the table. Farmer Cee’s educational approach focuses on small-scale farms ... Read more
Oct
5
Sat
11:00 am The West Broad Farmers Market
The West Broad Farmers Market
Oct 5 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The West Broad Farmers Market is back, now at our new location! Find us every Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Rocksprings Park under the picnic shelter.
Oct
8
Tue
12:00 pm Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Affordable Housing Info Session ...
Oct 8 @ 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
5:00 pm The West Broad Farmers Market at...
The West Broad Farmers Market at...
Oct 8 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The West Broad Farmers Market at Athentic Brewing @ Athentic Brewing Company
Join us for a pint on the patio every second and fourth Tuesday evening at Athentic brewing Company! Shop with your fave WBFM vendors from 5 to 8 PM. You can look forward to fresh produce, delicious local fare, rare plants, artisan goods, and the best local brews from the team at Athentic.
Oct
12
Sat
11:00 am The West Broad Farmers Market
The West Broad Farmers Market
Oct 12 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
The West Broad Farmers Market is back, now at our new location! Find us every Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Rocksprings Park under the picnic shelter.

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 nearly 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.

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