At Keep Georgia Beautiful we know that clean land, water and air are important to Georgians. For 30 years, we have been working with volunteers from our statewide network of affiliates to protect and improve Georgia's environment.
Created by Governor George Busbee in 1978, Keep Georgia Beautiful, became the first state affiliate of Keep America Beautiful. Housed in a state agency, the Georgia Department of Community Affairs, our unique structure as a public-private partnership allows us to benefit from the resources of citizens in government, corporations, and community organizations. These connections aid us in our mission to build and sustain community environmental activities and behaviors resulting in a more beautiful Georgia.
To accomplish this mission, Keep Georgia Beautiful supports a network of over 70 local affiliates, more than any other state in the country, covering 75% of Georgia's population. To maintain and promote that network, we coordinate special events, help develop new affiliates, and provide educational and professional training.
The key to our success is our commitment to local affiliate action and leadership. Each affiliate offers a mix of programs based on the needs of their community. The average Georgia affiliate produces $10.00 of benefits for every $1.00 of public funds invested in the KAB program. According to Keep America Beautiful, active affiliate communities typically reduce litter by 48% within three years after certification. The Keep Georgia Beautiful system is cost effective and it produces results.
Detailed community assessments, local partnerships, and broad-based support are the trademarks of the Keep Georgia Beautiful system. We improve the quality of life in communities; help us improve it in yours. Become involved with your local KAB affiliate or contact us for more information on how you can improve your local environment.