STORIES
Ty Smith
Supporting a Breakthrough to Brighter Days “I support Skyland Trail, and it is included in my annual and estate charitable giving for three reasons: the mission, how the organization leads in this space, and the incredible impact it has on lives. I always held Skyland Trail in high regard having worked with countless nonprofits in…
Read More >>Mark C. West
Building on a Legacy “My family and I value this opportunity to build on the legacy of all those who have contributed to the growth of Skyland Trail. It’s paramount to me to ensure that Skyland Trail will always be able to aid individuals and families in their pursuit of recovery.”
Read More >>Allison Hill
Reshaping the Conversation About Mental Illness How did you first become aware of Skyland Trail? During our early days in Atlanta, Skyland Trail was one of those organizations that kept coming to our attention, both through my work as a psychologist and through friends who had personal connections to it. Why did you decide…
Read More >>Denise and Jay D. Mitchell
Great Work in Perpetuity “I included Skyland Trail in my estate plans because it is such a worthwhile organization, and I want to ensure that it can continue doing great work in perpetuity. Having an estate plan allows us to prioritize our philanthropic commitments. It also sets a good example for our children by showing…
Read More >>Don Inman
We believe in the mission of Skyland Trail. What inspires you to renew your support each year? The Inman family really believes in the mission of Skyland Trail. The times I have heard Skyland Trail clients tell their stories, whether at Benefits of Laughter or during a board meeting, I am in awe that…
Read More >>Jane and Clay Jackson
Mental Health Affects All of Us Mental health affects all of us, including our family and friends. As a national leader in mental health care, Skyland Tail is a major asset for our city, and we see including Skyland Trail in our charitable giving as an important investment in the health for our community. Skyland…
Read More >>Rand Glenn Hagen
The Whole Person How did you first learn about Skyland Trail? I have known about Skyland Trail for years, but when I moved back to Atlanta five years ago I started to think about getting involved. With my training in psychology, this seemed like a perfect fit. After repeatedly seeing tragedies in news, I began thinking…
Read More >>Amy Rollins Kreisler
Empowering Young Adults Amy Rollins Kreisler is a member of the board of directors and financial aid committee. As chair of the O. Wayne Rollins Foundation, she provided a $3.5 million grant that was instrumental in launching the campaign for a young adult campus. How does Skyland Trail change futures? For many clients – particularly…
Read More >>Rex Fuqua
Rex Fuqua has supported Skyland Trail since the beginning, joining the advisory board in 1990 and the board of directors in 2001. He became chair of the program committee in 2012, and in 2011, committed to support the Dorothy C. Fuqua Lecture Series each year. Beyond Skyland Trail, he has helped develop and sustain mental…
Read More >>Patty Reid
We All Need More Laughter How did you get involved with Skyland Trail? A friend invited me to Benefits of Laughter. I knew Mark West, who was board chair at the time, and his wife, Betsy, but I didn’t know what actually happened at Skyland Trail. Benefits of Laughter is a wonderfully organized event. The…
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