Support Emory Village
Why Support Emory Village Alliance?
Dear Friends of Emory Village,
This year, I assumed the leadership role of Chair for the Emory Village Alliance (EVA). Our goal is to facilitate a successful and vibrant Emory Village (EV) for both neighbors and merchants. When you visit EV, you’ll see our partnership with the community, property owners and merchants is both growing and thriving. EVA is adding value to public spaces and the experience in the Village by supporting the growth of both current and future business and creating a welcoming gathering space for the community.
As Board members we hear one question far too often: “Emory Village Alliance, what do you do for the Village?”
Over the past two decades we’ve overseen many projects and our volunteers have invested thousands of hours in fulfilling our mission.
Some of our projects are tangible: Our roundabout was one of the first in Atlanta. It helps to move traffic seamlessly through the Village. The corner Plaza with its splashing fountain offers a place to sit and enjoy a quiet moment. All visitors are welcomed by the colorful banners that line North Decatur.
Some of our projects intentionally bring neighbors and merchants together like our popular Fall Festival and December’s Light up the Village (with holiday lights).
We’ve worked with the county to make North Oxford more pedestrian friendly through streetscape changes now in progress, fronting Chase Bank, Buffalo Wings and Chipotle.
Other projects are less visible, like helping fund the Clean Up the Creek project, working with DeKalb County commissioners to keep our Village zoning overlay consistent with a changing real estate landscape, aiding new merchants on design and permitting.
Please dig deep, we are working for you.
Thank you,
Anne Wallace
Chair, Emory Village Alliance, A 501(C)3 Non-Profit
P.S. Please visit and support Historic Emory Village
Interested in Volunteering?
Plan or participate in events in the Village, show up for biannual work days, serve on the Board of Directors, share your musical, communications, artistic, social media savvy, fundraising, or other talents. You can help EVA continue to shape the historic center of Druid Hills into a safe and welcoming gathering place.
Contact us at eva@emoryvillage.org