Andrew J. Young Foundation

06/30/2026

On June 30, 1996 -- three decades ago today -- Andrew Young and his wife, Carolyn McClain Young, shared one of the most symbolic moments of the lead up to the Centennial Olympic Games when they carried the Olympic flame together in Selma, Alabama.

The location was deeply personal for Ambassador Young, one one of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s closest aides during the Selma voting rights campaign. The Edmund Pettus Bridge was where peaceful marchers were brutally attacked on "Bloody Sunday" in 1965, helping galvanize support for the Voting Rights Act. Returning with the Olympic flame transformed a site once associated with violence into one associated with peace, hope, and international unity.

The Youngs carried the torch side by side, smiling and waving to spectators as they crossed the bridge. Their appearance symbolized the partnership they share in public service and civil rights.

06/04/2026

The dream of Ambassador Young and Andrew J. Young Foundation came true yesterday. The grand opening of Forever Young Aquaponics had the perfect weather with great turnout. Greens, fresh from the farm, tasted even better!

The excitement around launching one of the most advanced urban aquaponics facilities in the world, right here in Clayton County, Georgia, made the day unforgettable. It’s a true demonstration of sustainability and the power of collaboration.

Our foundation president Gaurav Kumar expressed our belief in the transformative nature of this project. A heartfelt thank you to those who also shared messages of hope, celebration, and enthusiasm for this closed-loop aquaponics system: Dr. Alieka Anderson-Henry, Peter Carter, Caitlin Jackson, Reggie McKnight, Monica Thornton, Bill Wachtel, Rawson Haverty, Arvind Venkat and Walter Young.

The facility produces 15,000 lbs of fresh greens and vegetables and 3,000 pounds of fish per week. The potential of this innovation is extraordinary. 90% less water, 0 pesticides, 100% organic, 4x the yields, and the entire greenhouse runs on less electricity than many industrial refrigerators (1mw).

Forever Young Aquaponics is ready to scale this sustainable farming model and bring it to more people and places that need it most. Thank you for supporting Andrew J. Young Foundation!

06/02/2026

It’s setting up to be a big day as we support one of the world’s most advanced, innovative farms, right here in Clayton County: Forever Young Aquaponics.

90% less water, 0 pesticides, 100% Organic, 4x the yields, and the entire greenhouse runs on less electricity than many industrial refrigerators (1mw). Amazing!

We are looking forward to sharing the stage with DELTA, Google, and Thrivent, adding their support for our goal to feed the hungry.

Stay tuned for the details and a full galley later today.

03/26/2026

A week of purpose, celebration, and global impact 🌍✨
The Andrew Young Foundation hosted its first-ever Peace and Reconciliation Conference last week.
From celebrating Ambassador Andrew Young’s 94th birthday 🎉 to powerful conversations and cultural experiences, this gathering brought together leaders committed to peace and progress.

We closed with a spirit-filled gospel brunch, where Ambassador Young received the Acts 9:15 Global Peace Ambassador Award 🙏🏾
Together, we continue the work of building bridges and advancing peace around the world.

02/25/2026

The Andrew J. Young Foundation is honored to receive a 2026 NBA Foundation Grant! This investment reinforces our shared commitment to expanding economic opportunity for under-resourced youth and supporting young people as they move from education into meaningful careers.
We’re grateful to the NBA Foundation for their trust in our mission and for standing alongside us as we prepare the next generation to lead, thrive, and succeed.
Visit our website to learn more about our work, andrewyoung.org

01/02/2026

Happy New Year! In the new year, it’s a time of reflection and setting of goals for the next year. What are your goals for 2026? Though our work is ever evolving and growing, our mission and goals have stayed the same since our founding in 2003.
Each year we strive to create a healthier, more peaceful, and sustainable world through projects like Aquaponics, Lemna protein and the Mississippi River Corridor for Economic Growth.

Visit our website to learn more about this project and many more.

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12/30/2025

During this season of giving, we come together to support and give to organizations driving positive change in our communities. At the Andrew J Young Foundation, your donations help us continue our work on ideas that are needed today to solve the problems of tomorrow for God’s least children.

Visit our website to learn more about our work to build sustainable projects that address problems of hunger and malnutrition. The Aquaponics farm operated in partnership with the Andrew and Walter Young YMCA is one just of the examples of your donation in action.

Donate now https://loom.ly/KOryz94

Together, we can benefit generations to come through your generous donations that support our global purpose and projects.

12/27/2025

Habari Gani! May your Kwanzaa be blessed with hope, peace and abundance.

12/24/2025

From everyone at the Andrew J Young Foundation, Merry Christmas! We wish you warmth, blessings and joy during this holiday season.