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Our Commitment to Community, Culture, and Sustainability
Discover The Newberry Institute’s Core Initiatives: Empowering Civic Engagement, Preserving Heritage, Nourishing Communities, Fostering Unity, and Advancing Environmental Stewardship. Together, We Build Equitable Futures Rooted in Action.
Ameenah’s Interfaith Center
Ameenah’s Interfaith Center is a safe and welcoming space for spiritual reflection, shared learning, and interfaith dialogue. Rooted in mutual respect and community service, it fosters cross-cultural understanding while supporting the emotional and spiritual health of our neighbors.
Annie Lee’s Porch Heritage Center
Annie Lee’s Porch is a cultural memory project celebrating the untold histories of Black Southern life. From oral history archives to community storytelling events, we preserve legacy, honor elders, and inspire future generations through shared heritage.
The Plow & Pew Democracy Center
The Plow & Pew Democracy Center promotes civic engagement and public leadership in rural communities. Through voter education, local dialogue, and community organizing, we help ensure that every voice is heard and every resident is equipped to shape the policies that impact their lives.
Rosa’s Second Harvest
From food rescue to mobile markets, Rosa’s Second Harvest delivers fresh, recovered produce directly to rural families across Georgia. Through SNAP-enabled pop-up markets, community gardens, and nutrition education, we nourish people, reduce waste, and empower communities with dignity and purpose.
We connect hearts, transform lives and foster a sense of belonging for everyone
USDA Forestry & Conservation Program
Our USDA Forestry Program connects rural communities to environmental stewardship and green jobs. Through tree planting, conservation education, and climate-resilient land management, we empower residents—especially youth and veterans—to care for the land while building skills for the future.
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Get Involved in Civic Engagement & Education
Every voice matters—and every action helps build a stronger, more inclusive democracy.
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Host a Civic Dialogue or Workshop
Bring your congregation, class, or community group to the Center for a forum, film screening, or democracy dialogue. We’ll help shape the experience to fit your goals.
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Volunteer with Archives or Events
Help catalog historic materials, set up for community forums, or support speakers during public events. A few hours of your time can preserve decades of history.
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Sponsor a Porch Forum or Exhibit
Support open dialogue and cultural memory by funding a forum, panel discussion, or mini-exhibit on Annie Lee’s Porch. Let your values take center stage.
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Our Valued Partners
Celebrating the support of government and donor organizations who share our vision for building resilient communities. Here are the partners, past and present, who have helped us make a lasting impact.
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