FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Jim and Billie Ellis Foundation Amplifies Support for the Turner Foundation for Community Advocacy with a 5X Contribution Increase
Atlanta, GA —December 23, 2024— The Turner Foundation for Community Advocacy, Inc. is thrilled to announce that the Jim and Billie Ellis Foundation has significantly expanded its support in 2024, increasing its contribution by fivefold from the previous year. This generous funding will bolster the foundation’s growing Mentorship Program, which now supports twice as many students as last year.
The enhanced partnership demonstrates the Jim and Billie Ellis Foundation’s steadfast commitment to empowering local communities and fostering educational opportunities. In 2023, the foundation awarded a $4,000 grant to support the Turner Foundation’s inaugural mentorship initiatives. Recognizing the impact of the program, the Jim and Billie Ellis Foundation has raised its 2024 contribution to an impressive $20,000.
“Thanks to the unwavering support of the Jim and Billie Ellis Foundation, we are able to double the number of students we serve through our Mentorship Program this year,” said Dominic Turner, Founder and Executive Director of the Turner Foundation for Community Advocacy. “This extraordinary increase in funding enables us to expand our services, provide more scholarships, and offer critical resources to help students achieve their academic and career aspirations.”
The Turner Foundation’s Mentorship Program, which initially launched with participants from Frederick Douglass High School in Atlanta, has grown exponentially in both scale and impact. The program combines mentorship, college and career coaching (through partnerships such as Dormoney.com), and scholarship opportunities to equip students with the tools they need for success.
The Jim and Billie Ellis Foundation’s transformative contribution will directly fund program enhancements, additional scholarships, and resources that address the unique challenges faced by underserved youth in Atlanta.
As the Turner Foundation for Community Advocacy continues to grow its initiatives, it remains deeply grateful to partners like the Jim and Billie Ellis Foundation for their invaluable role in creating brighter futures for Atlanta’s students.
About the Turner Foundation for Community Advocacy, Inc.
The Turner Foundation for Community Advocacy, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering underserved communities through mentorship, education, and advocacy. Its signature Mentorship Program and Scholarship Fund provide critical support and opportunities for high school students, helping them achieve their full potential.
About the Jim and Billie Ellis Foundation
The Jim and Billie Ellis Foundation, an extension of the Jim Ellis Automotive Group, is committed to giving back to the community by supporting education, health, and human services initiatives. Through strategic philanthropic efforts, the foundation seeks to make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals and families across Georgia.
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