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To foster the understanding, appreciation, and preservation of Arab cultures.
Alif Institute was established in 2004 by the Arab-American Fund of Georgia, Inc. (AAFG) in Atlanta, Georgia.
AAFG is a non-profit organization that promotes awareness about the Arab Middle East. It has been exempted from federal income taxes under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue code since 1986.
Alif Institute plans to develop the 9 acres of wooded land adjacent to the building. The new plan will include an outdoor educational exhibit, an Arab- style garden, and an Arab- style fountain. In addition, the plan calls for additional parking spaces and a new entrance from Presidential Parkway.
Alif Institute plans to grow on-site programs, while enhancing and developing programs with other educational institutions.
In addition to the current space that hosts art exhibits, Alif plans to develop a permanent art and educational exhibit.
We invite you to invest in the success of Alif Institute by donating funds, in-kind contributions, or your services to help us proceed with our future plans.
For many years as a nonprofit educational organization, the Arab-American Fund of Georgia (AAFG) provided financial and material support to organized groups, schools, institutions and similar educational and cultural bodies to promote the history and culture of the Arab Middle East.

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19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival

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Movie Night: Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet

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✨ A special thank you to our amazing restaurants for bringing their recipes, flavors, and passion to the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival! ✨ We’re grateful for our restaurants and their role in helping us celebrate Arab culture, art, and community this November 7 & 8! 💚 @baklava.pastries @chefsuziesweet @linas.lab @medigrill @rawankitchen_3 @shawarmapress @taste_of_palestine0 @yummasbread @wowbooza #alifinstitute #arabatlantafestival #vendors #christmasshopping

Yalla Atlanta! Our Atlanta Arab Program is out! You can also check it out on the festival webpage! JAHZEEN?? (ARE YOU READY???) Yallaaaaaaaaaaaa! November 7&8 10am to 5pm Alif Institute, 3288 Marjan Drive, 30340 Atlanta Georgia @maria_mirabai_dance @samir.hasan @alfursanzaffah @hazrum @matiashazrum @dj.sas.samer @awtar.band1 @ali_romman @loqmansalem @partyanimalsatlanta #yalla #aaf #arabfestival #atlantaarabfestival #aliflovesatlanta

✨ A special thank you to all our Community Sponsors for their generous support of the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival! ✨ We’re grateful for their generous partnership and commitment to helping us celebrate Arab culture, art, and community this November 7&8! 💚 Thank you! As a nonprofit, every contribution helps us continue bringing our community together! ✨ #AAF #AtlantaArabFestival #AtlantaArabFestival2026 #FreeEvent #ATL

✨ A special thank you to our amazing vendors for bringing their creativity, flavors, and passion to the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival! ✨ From painters and designers to artisans, makers, nonprofits, and local businesses, our vendors bring so much creativity and inspiration to the festival! 🎨🧵✨ 🎄 And what better way to kick off your Christmas shopping? Discover unique, handmade gifts, beautiful creations, and one-of-a-kind finds while supporting local artists and small businesses! We’re grateful for our vendors and their role in helping us celebrate Arab culture, art, and community this November 7 & 8! 💚 Artists, Designers & Specialty Vendors: ———- Abaza Books Al Awda Jewelers ALBME Amirrit Palestine An-Noor Fashion Art by Nada Arzoo Henna Ayoub Design Azora ArtZ Bosa Burlap and Lace Demyana Jewelry Eman Be Unique Faithful Pottery Haybah House Heba Alsibai Creates Heena by Sonali Holy Land Arts Juthoor Kelly Crosby Art Kids Books by Nayera King Noor Land of Pashmina Lamasat Abeer Lebanese Books Loay Artworks Moments by Khadija Naya Soaps Nareen Luxury Perfume Bar Marwah Gemstone Palestine Apparel Queen of Jerusalem Royal Crafters Sababelle Saidi Art Suits and Kurtis Teresa Afternoon Tuana Ceramics Yusra Atelier Wardi Saeed Businesses & Services: ———- Allstate – TrustEdge, LLC Bravo Fence Events by Bara GreenLand Food Arrayat Leila Gomez Guidance Residential Healthier with Rola Interactive College of Technology Sweets and treats: ———- Aroma Beirut Blend Halali’s Desserts Umm Israa Kitchen Mammoul Mediterranean Sweet Majlis Mocha Shibam Coffee Co. Sweets by Diah Taste of Egypt Zahra’s Kitchen Nonprofit Organizations: ———— American Red Cross ADC Atlanta Atlanta 4 Palestine Arab American Women’s Society of Georgia Cosmo Health Center – CPACS CAIR Georgia Ethaar HEAL Palestine ISB Atlanta Laurice Khoury Foundation Georgia Muslim Voter Project Noor Family Services PCRF Atlanta #alifinstitute #arabatlantafestival #vendors #christmasshopping

✨ A special thank you to our Steel Business Sponsor, Matrix Engineering Group, for their generous support of the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival! ✨ Serving Georgia since 1994, Matrix Engineering Group specializes in geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, construction materials testing, and special inspections. With decades of experience and a commitment to quality, they provide reliable engineering solutions for projects across Georgia. We’re grateful for their generous partnership and commitment to helping us celebrate Arab culture, art, and community at this year’s festival! 💚 📍 4358 Chamblee Tucker Road, Suite 3, Tucker, GA 30084 📞 770-448-3124 🌐 matrixengineeringgroup.com 📅 November 7–8, 2026 Interested in sponsoring the Atlanta Arab Festival too? Check out our sponsorship opportunities or contact us at info@alifinstitute.org. As a nonprofit, every contribution helps us continue bringing our community together! ✨ #AAF #AtlantaArabFestival #AtlantaArabFestival2026 #FreeEvent #ATL ArabCulture AtlantaSponsors

Free Arabic Movie Night: A Sad and Beautiful World Event Date: Friday October 23 Time: 7:30 PM Enjoy an evening of cinema and culture with a free screening of A Sad and Beautiful World on Friday, October 23, at 7:30 PM. Come early at 7:00 PM for an optional mezze dinner ($15). Directed by Cyril Aris, A Sad and Beautiful World is a Lebanese romantic drama about love, hope, and the challenges of building a future together in a country marked by uncertainty. Blending tenderness, humor, and heartfelt moments, the film explores the choices we make between holding on to our dreams and facing reality. Link to RSVP in bio (Appreciated not mandatory) Venue: Alif Institute 3288 Marjan Drive, Atlanta, GA 30340 Contact: info@alifinstitute.org 1 770-936-8770 #free #freemovienight #arabicmovienight

🚨 IMPORTANT FESTIVAL UPDATE!🚨 Due to weather and safety concerns, the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival has been POSTPONED - AGAIN. The safety and well-being of our guests, vendors, performers, volunteers, and entire community come first. ❤️ We want everyone to be able to enjoy the festival safely and comfortably. 📅 NEW DATES: November 7&8 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Same festival, same food, music, performances, shopping, art, and community, just one week later!🎶🍴🎨 Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with friends and family. We can’t wait to celebrate with you safely on November 7&8 2026! 💚 #AtlantaArabFestival #AAF2026 #AtlantaEvents #ArabAtlanta

In case you missed it! Free movie night this Friday October 9 at 7:30! Join us for The Prophet, a breathtaking animated film inspired by the beloved poetry of Lebanese-American author Kahlil Gibran. Produced by Salma Hayek and written and directed by The Lion King’s Roger Allers, the film brings Gibran’s timeless words to life through stunning animation, music, and a moving story about freedom, truth, and the power of human expression. Qatar • France • Lebanon • Canada • USA / Animation/Drama • 1h 25m Friday, October 9, at 7:30pm (rsvp appreciated but not mandatory) #free #freemovie #freeatl #freemovienight

✨ A special thank you to our Special Business Sponsor, Da Vinci International School, for supporting the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival! ✨ Located in Buckhead, Da Vinci International School is an international private preschool and elementary school offering immersive, multilingual education in English, French, and Spanish. Through a creative, project-based approach, Da Vinci encourages children to explore, think independently, and develop a lifelong love of learning. 🌎📚✨ We’re grateful for their partnership and support in helping us celebrate culture, education, and community at the Atlanta Arab Festival! 💚 You can reach Da Vinci International School at: 📞 678-510-1214 ✉️ admin@dvischool.com 📍 4100 Roswell Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342 🌐 dvischool.com Interested in sponsoring the Atlanta Arab Festival too? Check out our different sponsorship packages on our website, or contact us at info@alifinstitute.org. As a nonprofit, every dollar helps — let’s work together to make this year’s festival even better! ✨ #AAF #AtlantaArabFestival #AtlantaArabFestival2026 #FreeEvent #ATL

شكراً نور لمساعدتك في نشر الخبر! 💚 وكل تأخيرة فيها خيرة. الأهم سلامة الجميع على الطرق في ظل الأحوال الجوية. 🙏 والحماس مستمر! متشوقين نشوفكم ونستمتع سوا! 🎉💚 Thank you @inspired.bynour for helping us spread the word! See you all there! 📅 NEW DATES: October 10 & 11, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM 3288 Marjan Drive, 30340 ATL 🚨 IMPORTANT FESTIVAL UPDATE!🚨 Due to weather and safety concerns, the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival has been POSTPONED. The safety and well-being of our guests, vendors, performers, volunteers, and entire community come first. ❤️ We want everyone to be able to enjoy the festival safely and comfortably. Same festival, same food, music, performances, shopping, art, and community, just one week later!🎶🍴🎨 Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with friends and family. We can’t wait to celebrate with you safely on October 10 & 11! 💚 #AtlantaArabFestival #AAF2026 #AtlantaEvents #ArabAtlanta

✨ Wear Your Heritage & Join the Fashion Show! ✨ Our Fashion Show is happening at 3:00 PM on BOTH days of the Atlanta Arab Festival! 🌍 Come wearing your Arab country’s traditional or folkloric clothing, and when your country is called, join us on stage and represent your heritage! ❤️ And thank you @inspired.bynour for the modeling and the video ofcourse! 🇩🇿 🇧🇭 🇰🇲 🇩🇯 🇪🇬 🇮🇶 🇯🇴 🇰🇼 🇱🇧 🇱🇾 🇲🇷 🇲🇦 🇴🇲 🇵🇸 🇶🇦 🇸🇦 🇸🇴 🇸🇩 🇸🇾 🇹🇳 🇦🇪 🇾🇪 📅 October 3–4 ⏰ Fashion Show: 3:00 PM both days 📍 Atlanta Arab Festival Come dressed, come proud, and celebrate the beautiful traditions of the Arab world with us! ✨ #AtlantaArabFestival #AAF #arabs #atl

✨ A special thank you to our Vendors for bringing their creativity, flavors and passion to the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival! ✨ From painters and designers to artisans and makers, non profits and businesses, their offerings add so much inspiration to our community. 🎨 🧵 ✨ We’re grateful for their role in helping us celebrate Arab culture, art, and community this October 3&4 ! 💚 @americanredcross @bz_artz52 @burlap_lace @cpacsorg @kingnoorla #alifinstitute #arabatlantafestival #vendors #apply #artistswanted

✨ A special thank you to our Silver Business Sponsor, Corporate Plaza, for their generous support of the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival! ✨ Located in Marietta, Corporate Plaza offers premium office space in a convenient location near I-75. With flexible leasing options, beautiful landscaped surroundings, and secure parking, Corporate Plaza provides businesses with a professional place to grow and thrive. We’re grateful for their generous partnership and commitment to helping us celebrate Arab culture, art, and community this October 3–4! 💚 📍 1950 Spectrum Circle, Marietta, GA 30067 📞 770-333-8188 🌐 corporateplazaatlanta.com Interested in sponsoring the Atlanta Arab Festival too? Check out our sponsorship opportunities or contact us at info@alifinstitute.org As a nonprofit, every contribution helps us continue bringing our community together! ✨ #AAF #AtlantaArabFestival #AtlantaArabFestival2026 #FreeEvent #ATL

Hello, foodies! 🍴 Come hungry to the 19th Annual Atlanta Arab Festival! 💚 From mansaf and kibbeh to Arabic ice cream, coffee, sweets, and more, there’s so much to taste! The Arab world has 22 countries, each with its own flavors and food traditions. 🌍 Come experience a taste of a few, all in one place! ✨ FREE admission 🚗 FREE parking, just follow the signs 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome + kids’ activities! A BIG thank you to our amazing restaurants for bringing the flavors of the Arab world to Atlanta! @baklava.pastries @linas.lab @medigrill @rawankitchen_3 @shawarmapress @taste_of_palestine0 @yummasbread @wowbooza 📅 October 3 & 4 ⏰ 11 AM–6 PM Come hungry. Bring the family. Leave happy! 😋 #AtlantaArabFestival #AAF2026 #AtlantaFoodies #ArabFood #AtlantaEats

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