Please note: The Athens Land Trust office is closed and all public events are cancelled until further notice.
Even though our office is currently closed, all staff are continuing to provide service over the phone, video or email. We are here to help with your needs.
For our homeowners and renters, we want to let you know that we are here to assist you in any way we can, as we always are. Please call David at 706-614-9636 to talk through any concerns you have.
Lastly, please stay safe and make sure you wash your hands upon entering your home. Always keep your hands away from your face, and practice social distancing. If you feel ill, please limit contact with others. Thank you for your personal efforts to adapt, shelter in place and make public health a priority. It’s a very difficult time and we are truly in this together.
With land that is community-owned and driven by community interests, our goal is to create healthy communities and forge partnerships to effect positive change across Athens, Georgia.
What is a Land Trust?
courtesy of National Community Land Trust Network
Athens Land Trust is a Community Land Trust (CLT). “CLTs are nonprofit organizations—governed by a board of CLT residents, community residents and public representatives—that provide lasting community assets and permanently affordable housing opportunities for families and communities.
CLTs develop rural and urban agriculture projects, commercial spaces to serve local communities, affordable rental and cooperative housing projects, and conserve land or urban green spaces.
However, the heart of their work is the creation homes that remain permanently affordable, providing successful homeownership opportunities for generations of lower income families.”
What's Happening at ALT
Please note: all in-person classes, gatherings, and other events have been cancelled or postponed for the time being.
West Broad Farmers Market Moves Online!
The West Broad Farmers Market is back, now with online and phone ordering and drive-through pickup at our new location!
Learn About our Homeownership Program!
Due to the threat of COVID-19 to our community, Affordable Housing Info Sessions have been moved online.
Now Hiring: Young Urban Builders Foreman
We are seeking a coordinator to work with the students in the Young Uban Builders program. Click here to learn more and apply.
Now Hiring: Conservation Director
We are seeking a dynamic Conservation Director who is willing to continue to grow our complex and conservation program.
Upcoming Events
Help Us Create Healthy Communities
Your donation supports the causes of food justice, land conservation, affordable housing, and economic opportunity for all.
Our Impact
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
families have become first-time homeowners
volunteer hours across all ALT programs in the past year
Find Us
We’re right off Prince Ave, a few blocks from downtown, in a light blue house up on Pope Street. We welcome your visit!