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93 communities have benefitted from the GICH Program.
Launched in 2004, GICH grew out of Georgia’s experience with the National League of Cities’ Affordable Housing Program and the Magnolia Awards for Excellence in Affordable Housing. This unique program is made possible by the hardworking collaboration of partners and in-kind supporters.
Our Partners
2023 Fall Retreat Sponsors
Funding
Georgia Power is our founding sponsor. The Carl Vinson Institute of Government and UGA Extension provide in-kind support, and the program is partially funded by a USDA Rural Development RCDI grant.
Currently Participating Communities
| Freshmen | Sophomore | Junior |
|---|---|---|
| Chamblee | Baldwin County |
Blakely |
| Canton | Chattooga County | Calhoun |
| Gwinnett County | Ellijay, East Ellijay, & Gilmer County | Covington |
| Montezuma | Hiawassee, Young Harris, Towns County | East Point |
| Villa Rica | Jonesboro |