At its annual Community Investment Celebration at Atlanta City Hall on Aug. 7, the Atlanta Women’s Foundation announced a historic $1.7 million grant cycle to 19 nonprofits dedicated to women and girls in the metro area.

It’s the most the nonprofit has invested in a single grant period since its founding 26 years ago. As a funder, Atlanta Women’s Foundation raises money to give to community organizations and nonprofits. The foundation also provides leadership education and nonprofit training.

“We believe that investing in women and girls is one of the most powerful ways to strengthen our communities,” Atlanta Women’s Foundation CEO Kari Love said. “When women thrive, families thrive, and when girls are empowered, communities grow stronger.”

This year’s grant cycle was split into four ma

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