Serenity Community Services

Founded in 1978, Southface Energy Institute is a nonprofit organization, engaged in promoting energy, water and resource-efficient workplaces, homes and communities throughout the Southeast. Located in Atlanta, Ga., it works with the construction and development industry, government agencies and communities, offering various green building services. The institute offers home energy ratings, building certifications, design reviews, energy modeling/calculations, inspection/testing, along with building research and consulting services. Southface Energy Institute also provides various programs, such as EarthCraft and Grants to Green, to assist builders and local government officials.

Founded in 2006, The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta offers grants in arts and culture, community development, civic affairs, education, health, religion and human services areas. It works to bring together donors, nonprofit organizations and community leaders who can provide support services to children and families with special needs. The foundation has awarded more than 4,600 grants worth over $63 million to various nonprofit organizations. It also manages and administers project funds, as well offers scholarships and endowments. The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta provides arts loan, neighborhood and Atlanta AIDS partnership funds, and arts stabilization toolbox and managing for excellence awards. It offers technical assistance programs and maintains an advisory committee. The foundation is located in Atlanta.