GGA Annual Meeting - Rural Georgia: Land, Livelihoods, and the Next Generation

Written By Meghan Pietrantonio

By some counts, 75% of Georgia's counties are rural, and agriculture alone drives nearly $100 billion in economic activity across the state. Yet grantmaking is concentrated in Georgia's urban centers. And we're not alone. Nationally, when urban-based foundations give, only 5% of grants reach rural communities. Rural Georgia is an economic engine despite being chronically underinvested. Join us to explore how philanthropy can play a role in sustaining and advancing the future of rural communities.

Held in Tifton, at the heart of Georgia's agricultural economy, the 2026 Annual Meeting brings philanthropic leaders face to face with the people and forces shaping rural Georgia today. You'll hear a keynote from Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper, sit in on a panel featuring voices from across farms, and enjoy networking with a farm-to-table dinner. Day two takes a deep dive into healthcare access and mental health in rural communities, the future of family farms and land ownership, and a candid conversation with funders already doing this work well.

Mark your calendar. Bring your questions. Let's invest in what makes rural Georgia thrive, together.

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Meghan Pietrantonio
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