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In October 2025, Woodland Gardens, Athens Land Trust, and The Conservation Fund invited friends and supporters from Athens Clarke County to their annual fall open house at the farm, looking forward to the permanent protection of the 48-acre Organic farm Woodland Gardens Organic Farm Safeguarded for Future Generations WINTERVILLE, Ga. (April 13, 2026) — Today, …

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By Demetrius D. Jordan, Executive Director, Athens Land Trust  This story launches The “We” Series—a collection of features sharing the journeys of families whose lives have been transformed through affordable homeownership, land stewardship, and community partnership. At Athens Land Trust, we believe no one builds alone. We build together. — Demetrius D. Jordan, Executive Director …

Read moreThe “We” Series: The Power of a Word and a Home

By Demetrius D. Jordan, Executive Director, Athens Land Trust “I feel blessed.” That’s what Joseph Llanos said—his deep Bronx, New York baritone filling the quiet of Blasingame, Burch, Garrard & Ashley law office—as he signed the final document to close on his first home. Outside, Athens, Georgia was scorching. But inside that room, something warmer …

Read more“I Feel Blessed” – The Journey of Joseph Llanos and the Power of Purpose-Driven Land

We have struggled to find the words; today Athens Land Trust joins so many in our community who were touched by her spirit in mourning and remembering Lara Mathes. Lara became involved with Athens Land Trust in 2004 after working with nonprofits in the affordable housing and conservation sectors as a graduate student at the …

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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. Demetrius D. Jordan brings his extensive experience in nonprofit leadership and strategic growth, work with community-focused …

Read moreAthens Land Trust Welcomes New Executive Director

Let’s help families in need this holiday season!  We are accepting donations of new or gently used winter gear (winter gear such as coats, gloves , scarves, socks, boots, and blankets) at the west Broad Farmers Market (300 S. Rocksprings Street, Athens, GA 30606) on Saturdays from 11 AM to 2 PM at the market, …

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