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,...

With New Year's festivities approaching, <a href="http://www.amica.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amica Insurance</a> offers tips on being a responsible host and preventing irresponsible behavior from Mothers Against Drunk Driving:<ul><li>Have nonalcoholic options or "mocktails" available for guests who don't want to consume alcohol.</li><li>If planning to serve alcoholic punch, use fruit juice or other noncarbonated bases. Alcohol is absorbed into the blood faster if it's combined with a carbonated base.</li><li>Serve food so guests can avoid drinking on an empty stomach.</li><li>Playing games is a great way to keep guests entertained so that they limit their alcohol consumption.</li><li>Everyone in attendance should designate a driver who has not been drinking.</li><li>Have the phone number of a taxi company available for anyone who needs a ride, or offer guests who have been drinking to stay overnight.</li></ul>

With New Year's festivities approaching, <a href="http://www.amica.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Amica Insurance</a> offers tips on being a responsible host and preventing irresponsible behavior from Mothers Against Drunk Driving:

<ul><li>Have nonalcoholic options or “mocktails” available for guests who don’t want to consume alcohol.</li><li>If planning to serve alcoholic punch, use fruit juice or other noncarbonated bases. Alcohol is absorbed into the blood faster if it’s combined with a carbonated base.</li><li>Serve food so guests can avoid drinking on an empty stomach.</li><li>Playing games is a great way to keep guests entertained so that they limit their alcohol consumption.</li><li>Everyone in attendance should designate a driver who has not been drinking.</li><li>Have the phone number of a taxi company available for anyone who needs a ride, or offer guests who have been drinking to stay overnight.</li></ul>

DeKalb County

Brookhaven

Amica Insurance shares advice on promoting responsible New Year's behavior.