The “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB), signed into law in July, will usher in a new era for corporate giving, with implications that will ripple throughout our community. While the legislation may be intended to generate tax revenue, it presents a significant challenge to the vital work of nonprofits in Atlanta and across Georgia.
Georgia’s nonprofit sector is a powerful economic force. With more than 37,000 nonprofit organizations, the sector employs over 576,000 Georgians, making it a top-three employer in the state. These organizations, from major hospitals and universities to local arts centers and human service providers, generate billions in revenue and are essential economic infrastructure, not just a charity. For example, the nonprofit arts and culture sector in Georgia alone genera