This worldwide organization is aimed at protecting ecologically important lands and waters. Since 1951, it has helped to protect 119-million acres of land and 5,000 miles of rivers. It also operates more than 100 marine conservation projects. It is in all 50 states and 30 other countries. This is the Georgia field office.
The Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce (GNFCC) is a community association based in Alpharetta. The chamber is an association of local businesspeople from Alpharetta and the surrounding communities. The GNFCC aims to promote local economic development and support commercial ventures coming from within the community. To this end, the chamber hosts a variety of events each month, including an annual golf tournament and gala, luncheons and networking events. A calendar of upcoming events is available online.
The Georgia Association of Christian Schools was formed in 1970 to help support Georgia Christian schools financially, spiritually and academically, as well as in political and legal matters. Some services include discounts on test materials, certification for teachers, scholarships, newsletters and speakers.
ABC is a trade group for contractors, builders, sub-contractors, developers and even suppliers. Their goal is to help unite these disparate groups, so that the building process is smooth and efficient. They provide education and information and even networking of individual members.