HOPE Atlanta, a leading organization dedicated to combating homelessness and hunger in our communities, is proud to unveil the honorees for this year’s “Heroes for Hope” awards ceremony. This year’s honorees include Shan Cooper, Founder and CEO, Journey Forward Strategies, LLC as the Individual Hero for Hope Award and Atlanta Gas Light as the Corporate Hero for Hope Honoree. Pedro Cherry, President and CEO, Atlanta Gas Light and Chattanooga Gas will accept the Corporate Hero for Hope Award.
This year’s event theme, “Visions of HOPE,” not only celebrates the distinguished awardees but also spotlights the inspiring individuals and success stories within HOPE Atlanta’s extensive network, including clients, staff, donors, and volunteers. These collective stories embody the spirit of hope and resilience within our community. During the event on Oct. 26, 2023, at the Foundry at Puritan Mill, HOPE Atlanta will also unveil its new strategic plan, signaling a bold new direction in its mission to make a lasting impact on its clients and the community.
“With innovation, compassion, and collaboration, we have the power to effect lasting change, permanently transforming lives and alleviating the burden of homelessness and housing insecurity in Atlanta communities. Leaders like Shan and Atlanta Gas Light exemplify the strength of collective effort in our mission to end homelessness,” said Julio Carrillo, CEO of HOPE Atlanta. “At Heroes for Hope, we celebrate their unwavering dedication to this cause and express our heartfelt gratitude for their invaluable contributions. HOPE Atlanta not only envisions a brighter future but also has a concrete plan in place to make this vision a reality.”
Shan Cooper will receive the award for her dedication and innovation in our community and her outstanding contributions to ending homelessness. Shan is the Founder and CEO of consulting firm Journey Forward Strategies, LLC, which works to drive business transformation across the pillars…
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