"I had been involved with United Way since I joined UPS in 2010 and I saw the Volunteer Involvement Program was a way to flex the ways in which I’m able to give back to the community."

Michael Klump’s first foray into philanthropy came at a young age in St. Louis, Missouri where he grew up. His family was regularly involved in volunteer events in his neighborhood — he specifically recalls carnivals hosted by local nonprofits benefiting muscular dystrophy. “I haven’t thought about that in a long time,” he says with a laugh.…

This story was published originally on Dec. 2, 2020 and has been updated as of March 30, 2021. Jackson Hayes moved to Atlanta from Charlotte, North Carolina to “get out of his comfort zone,” and pursue his interests in entertainment. “I’m single and live by myself — of course I’ve got some friends and stuff, and…

Editor's Note: This story's featured image is from Housing Justice League's Facebook page.  Atlanta is a community full of champions — people who work each day to improve the quality of life for every single person in that community. Greater Atlanta needs even more champions, though, if we’re going to change our standing as the…

"I have a strong desire to give back to the community and volunteering gives me a sense of purpose beyond my day-to-day responsibilities. I am also inspired to give back to my community in order to set a good example for our two daughters, Gabrielle and Danielle."

Have you ever stopped to watch a tree swaying with a breeze? Imagine sitting in your favorite park or looking out your window at a tree whose limbs spread wide reaching out 20 or 30 feet, with branches reaching two, maybe three stories toward the sky. With leaves that are starting to turn golden with…