Rooted in Communities,
Growing Bold Ideas For Change.

The Georgia Resilience and Opportunity (GRO) Fund builds bold, evidence-based, and community-led solutions to address poverty & narrow the wealth inequality in Georgia. GRO’s direct cash and wealth building pilot programs, In Her Hands and Freedom Futures, are generating rigorous, policy-relevant evidence to build momentum around the national conversation on cash-based solutions and wealth-building. Our narrative and cultural work is the intersection where our collective movement comes together, sharing participant stories and insights that prove dignity is a policy choice and move Georgia toward a more just and equitable economy.

“We should all share in the eradication of poverty.

— Lynne Alston-Leonard, Community Cultivator & Old Fourth Ward Task force member.

GRO’s Pilot Programs

In Her Hands is a guaranteed income initiative serving nearly 1,000 women across Georgia, providing no-strings-attached cash for 2–3 years. Participants report increased financial stability, greater goal attainment, improved health, stronger community ties, and greater hope for the future.

Freedom Futures is a first-of-its-kind pilot combining guaranteed income, a large lump sum, and financial coaching for 50 young adults. The program supports young adults and provides direct cash to meet their needs today (guaranteed income) while helping them build wealth for the future (baby bond).

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