Gas South - Buckhead Coalition Partnership Gives Record-Breaking $310K Donation to Shepherd Center

ATLANTA, Ga. (Dec. 15, 2023) – Leading natural gas provider Gas South is excited to announce a generous donation of $310,000 through the Buckhead Coalition, more than tripling their previous donation of $100,000 in 2022. The donation will benefit the creation of a Gas South Family Recreational Room at the new Arthur M. Blank Family Residences, which will accommodate the increased family housing demand that will follow the expansion of Shepherd Center’s inpatient and day programs.

“The Buckhead Coalition is proud to partner with Gas South in support of the world-class care that Shepherd Center provides for those recovering from devastating injuries,” said Jim Durrett, President and CEO of the Buckhead Coalition.

Gas South's commitment to Shepherd Center, in collaboration with the Buckhead Coalition, traces back to the late Mayor Sam Massel and has evolved into an enduring 11-year partnership.

“We express our gratitude to Mayor Massell for his vision and leadership to bring our three community-minded organizations together to do good things for families in need” Kevin Greiner, President and CEO of Gas South, said. “Together, we are empowered to create positive change and uplift the communities we serve."

Greiner currently serves on the Buckhead Coalition Board of Directors. This latest donation supports Shepherd Center’s Pursuing Possible capital campaign, which will transform Shepherd Center’s footprint and the way they serve their patients and community for years to come.

“We’re grateful for this enduring collaboration with the Buckhead Coalition and Shepherd Center,” said Gas South Vice President of Customer Operations Greg Dunavant, who also serves as Chair on the Shepherd Impact Council and as a Board Member for the Shepherd Center Foundation.

“This partnership enables us to uplift our community even more through our services and philanthropy.”

Gas South has donated more than $550,000 to Shepherd Center since 2013.