Got a Startup With Purpose? Apply for 2026 Epiphany Grant!

Epiphany 

Every startup begins with a spark. First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta is now accepting applications for the 2026 cohort of its Epiphany program, a faith-based social entrepreneurship incubator supporting startups tackling today’s most pressing challenges. The deadline to apply is January 6! You may apply via the link here firstpresatl.org/epiphany. Epiphany is an evergreen initiative that equips entrepreneurs developing innovative solutions to social issues with funding, mentorship, and strategic guidance. If you are an emerging founder with a vision to address societal challenges often overlooked by traditional markets, Epiphany offers the resources needed to help your venture grow. Examples of qualifying ventures include businesses that employ formerly incarcerated individuals or adults with developmental challenges, as well as enterprises offering services such as coding training for refugees or mechanical skills development in low-income communities. Since its launch, Epiphany has awarded nearly half a million dollars in grants and supported multiple successful ventures, including Refuge Coffee Co., PadSplit, and Purposeful Gourmet Foods. Modeled in part after the format of Shark Tank, the program provides early-stage entrepreneurs with capital, mentorship, and access to a network focused on impact areas such as hunger, homelessness, housing, refugee resettlement, racial equity, poverty, healthcare, education, and environmental sustainability. To learn more about Epiphany, explore previous grant recipients, or apply for the 2026 cohort, visit firstpresatl.org/epiphany.

Fulton County

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Midtown

Georgia

Every startup begins with a spark. First Presbyterian Church of Atlanta is now accepting applications for the 2026 cohort of its Epiphany program,...

For the first time since its inception, the <a href="http://www.thetasteofchamblee.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Taste of Chamblee</a> will hold an opening ceremony this year to honor the American Flag, the nation and those who served to defend it. Organizers are calling on veterans in Northern DeKalb County to report to the main stage on Saturday at 11 a.m. to be recognized. The main stage is located in the park next to Chamblee City Hall. The tentative opening ceremony is as follows: Welcome by Councilmember Thomas Hogan, Festival Director Presentation of Colors by Boy Scouts Introduction of Mayor Eric Clarkson Recognition of Veterans Moment of Silence for the fallen Special Song presented by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Julie-Gribble-Music/164727086888659" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Julie Gribble Music</a> No RSVP is needed for this event. Participation by all is encouraged. Questions/comments about this event can be directed to <a href="mailto:thogan@chambleega.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tom Hogan</a>.

For the first time since its inception, the <a href="http://www.thetasteofchamblee.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Taste of Chamblee</a> will hold an opening ceremony this year to honor the American Flag, the nation and those who served to defend it.

Organizers are calling on veterans in Northern DeKalb County to report to the main stage on Saturday at 11 a.m. to be recognized. The main stage is located in the park next to Chamblee City Hall. The tentative opening ceremony is as follows:

Welcome by Councilmember Thomas Hogan, Festival Director Presentation of Colors by Boy Scouts Introduction of Mayor Eric Clarkson Recognition of Veterans Moment of Silence for the fallen Special Song presented by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Julie-Gribble-Music/164727086888659" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Julie Gribble Music</a> No RSVP is needed for this event. Participation by all is encouraged.

Questions/comments about this event can be directed to <a href="mailto:thogan@chambleega.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tom Hogan</a>.

DeKalb County

Brookhaven

Opening ceremony to honor men and women who serve