Stories of Impact

The November 15 Transform Westside Summit brought together community leaders, housing advocates and residents to discuss collaborative solutions to affordable housing in Atlanta’s Historic Westside. Under the theme “Building Foundations,” the Summit emphasized the importance of partnerships in addressing housing challenges while preserving the character and legacy of the community. John Ahmann, Westside Future Fund […]

In 2019, Food Well Alliance and Westside Future Fund partnered to purchase and revitalize 970 Jefferson St. NW, the historic site of the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Bill Bolling and John Ahmann played pivotal roles in making this acquisition a reality, turning a shared vision into a success. The two organizations collaborate on managing the […]

Westside Future Fund (WFF) is proud to celebrate another member of our community finding a home on the Westside. Earlier this month, Rodrick Collier purchased a home in the English Avenue neighborhood. Serving the very community where he now lives, Collier previously worked at the fire station that protects English Avenue and Vine City, perfectly […]

This October, Westside Future Fund (WFF) acquired the historic English Avenue Carnegie Library, located along Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway. Originally opened in July 1922, the library was built at a cost of $23,000, funded by Fulton County and the City of Atlanta. Situated next to English Avenue School—then the largest school in the city, serving […]

The October 18 Transform Westside Summit brought together a diverse group of attendees—business and faith leaders, community members and Westside residents—all committed to the shared mission of strengthening the Westside through meaningful service and support. John Ahmann, Westside Future Fund President and CEO, and  Ebony Ford, a proud resident of English Avenue, welcomed attendees and […]

In 2019, Food Well Alliance and Westside Future Fund partnered to purchase and revitalize 970 Jefferson St. NW, the historic site of the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Bill Bolling and John Ahmann played pivotal roles in making this acquisition a reality, turning a shared vision into a success. The two organizations collaborate on managing the […]

This year’s Ride for the Westside brought together 435 participants, all moving with purpose for a brighter future for the historic Westside. Hosted by the Westside Future Fund (WFF) and Quest Community Development Corporation (Quest CDC), the event offered something for everyone, featuring an 11-mile bike ride, a 5K race, and a walking tour of […]

Last week, the Westside community came together for an unforgettable celebration marking the 100th anniversary of Booker T. Washington High School—a cornerstone of Atlanta’s historic Westside and a beacon of African American excellence and resilience. The event brought alumni, students, educators, and community members together to reflect on a century of academic achievement and cultural […]

Westside residents, community members, and business leaders convened for the September 20 Transform Westside Summit, sponsored by the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation, to hear about workforce development and financial inclusion in Atlanta’s Westside communities. John Ahmann, Westside Future Fund President and CEO, welcomed attendees and Destiny Mobley, English Avenue resident and Home on the […]