Compassionate Atlanta Inc.
Non-profit OrganizationsGeorgia, United States2-10 Employees
Compassionate Atlanta Inc. is a small nonprofit based in Decatur, Georgia, that advances compassionate action across the greater Atlanta area. Established in 2015, the organization operates as a grassroots movement that unites individuals, schools, businesses, organizations, congregations and cities around the premise of compassionate action, guided by the International Charter for Compassion. Its activities include training, hosting conversations, and providing resources to foster greater kindness and compassion in local communities, with the aim of healthier, safer, and more vibrant environments. The group positions itself as a community-building initiative within the nonprofit sector, focusing on raising awareness of the benefits of compassionate action beyond Atlanta proper. The planning team, formed in 2013, helped Atlanta earn designation as a Compassionate City in 2014, reflecting its civic engagement. Its scope extends to Greater Atlanta and seeks to engage various community actors to expand its reach.