The Buford Highway corridor that runs through Brookhaven, Chamblee and Doraville is one of the state’s most diverse stretches, known for showcasing the cuisines and cultures of other countries. But for tens of thousands of people, it’s also home.

The organization We Love Buford Highway was founded in 2015 by Marian Liou to document the changing corridor. In 2018, it officially became a nonprofit with a mission of “preserving the multicultural identity” of the neighborhood, Executive Director Lily Pabian said.

Over the years, the nonprofit has expanded into supporting and documenting the highway’s communities, from running a free youth orchestra program to recording immigrant stories and conducting needs assessments for businesses.

WLBH is holding its third annual fundraiser — dubbed F

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