What happens when children don’t have access to the early learning they need to succeed?
For many in Cobb County, that gap shapes everything that comes next—confidence in the classroom, stability …
Meet the Four New Leaders Advancing CCF’s Work in Cobb County
Cobb Community Foundation (CCF) is proud to announce four outstanding new members joining its Board of Directors, bringing the total number of board members to 28. Effective January 1, 2026, these highly accomplished leaders bring deep expertise across community development, …
Meet Our Newest Board Members
(Top L-R Rick Bennett, Co-founding Partner, Bennett Thrasher; Sam Olens, Fmr. Georgia Attorney General; Michael Owens, Mayor, City of Mableton; Grant Rivera, Superintendent, Marietta City Schools)
(Bottom L-R Heather Ross, VP Strategic Communications, Genuine Parts; Casey Tanner, VP of External …
Matthew Teague Brings Passion and Purpose to Cobb Community Foundation Board
When Matthew Teague, Director of New Development at Walton Communities, participated in the Cobb Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Cobb Class of 2015, his eyes were opened to not only the many challenges facing Cobb County, but the many resources and …
Four New Board Members Join Cobb Community Foundation
Cobb Community Foundation (CCF) announces four new members to serve on the Board of Directors, bringing the total number of board members to 30.
“We are excited to welcome these four individuals who are all well-respected in their industries and …
Recognizing CCF Board Member Larry Stevens
Join Cobb Community Foundation in recognizing Board Member and Second Vice Chair Larry Stevens.
Larry retired in 2007 as a Partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, an international accounting firm after being there since 1970. Larry currently consults with middle-market companies on …
Recognizing CCF Board Member Frank Howard
Join Cobb Community Foundation in recognizing Board Member Frank Howard.
Frank retired from Genuine Parts Company as Senior Vice President and Treasurer in 2016 after having held various positions in his 39 years with the company, including serving as Chairman …
Recognizing CCF Board Member Chris Gruehn
Join Cobb Community Foundation in recognizing Board Member Chris Gruehn.
Chris Senior Vice President at Pinnacle Financial Partners. Prior to joining Pinnacle Financial Partners, he was the Cobb Market President for Renasant Bank. He serves on the Boards of Directors …
Recognizing CCF Board Member Bill Dallas
Join Cobb Community Foundation in recognizing Board Member William “Bill” Dallas.
Bill is the retired President and CEO of Healthcare Staffing, Inc. after having founded the company in 1995. Bill serves on the board for Cobb Community Foundation, the Board …
Recognizing CCF Board Member Charlie Barnwell
Join Cobb Community Foundation in recognizing Board Member and Treasurer Charlie Barnwell.
Charlie Barnwell joined Synovus in 2011 and is now serving as Market President for Northwest Atlanta that includes Cobb County. Charlie has more than 35 years of banking …
