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Everyday Heroes: These Georgians are making a difference. And you can, too
Meet 48 ordinary people, your Georgia neighbors, whose extraordinary acts can inspire us all.
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Check out all of this year’s Everyday Heroes
This place we call home is filled with ordinary people who accomplish extraordinary feats. We share some inspiring stories and offer ways that you can help these Georgians.
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AJC Everyday Heroes 2024
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution recognizes 48 inspiring Georgians who have done their small part to make a big difference in 2024.
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Everyday Heroes: Decatur woman works to improve lives of people with disabilities
From the classroom to the boardroom, Martha Haythorn is driven by one mission: to make life better for people with disabilities.
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Everyday Heroes: Boxing coach throws a punch against Parkinson’s disease
When Parkinson’s disease knocks people down, Nausheen Quraishy helps them fight back—one punch at a time.
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Everyday Heroes: Polio survivor advocates for Georgia’s low-income communities
From being diagnosed with polio at seven years old to becoming an advocate for polio survivors, Carol A. Crumby is not slowing down.
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Everyday Heroes: Community touched by teen’s desire to bring music to patients with brain diseases
Elias Kremer has touched Atlantans with his piano playing and his commitment to bringing sweet music to people with Alzheimer’s disease and other brain disorders.