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The Work. In The News.

Explore reporting, conversations, and public announcements about Tekton, the people behind the work, and the communities we serve.

County News · National Association of Counties· 2023Feature article

ARPA Dollars Fuel Refugee Workforce Training In Georgia

A national feature on Empower Clarkston connects workforce training with energy-efficiency improvements in local homes. The story includes perspectives from Luke Keller, Malek Alarmash, and a program participant.

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An Empower Clarkston participant using a drill while working in a home
Hands-on work in local homes · Tekton’s Empower Clarkston photo archive.
SaportaReport· September 1, 2022Local reporting

Clarkston Energy-Efficiency Training Program Gets $375K In Funding

John Ruch’s item in Reporter’s Notebook covers funding for Empower Clarkston and how paid training and free home improvements supported the community.

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DeKalb Business Today · Business RadioX· December 2015Radio archive

A Conversation From The Lantern Project Years

An early special-edition broadcast brings together refugee-serving businesses and organizations, including Luke Keller as director of The Lantern Project.

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Interviews & Leadership Mentions

Conversations Behind The Work.

Hear more about Luke’s journey and related work in social entrepreneurship and nonprofit funding.

Justice Matters· January 2023Podcast interview

The Entrepreneur’s Guide To Positive Social Impact

Tim Buxton speaks with Luke Keller about social entrepreneurship, Tekton’s work in Clarkston, and pathways to opportunity through training and relationships.

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Nonprofit Hub· October 31, 2025Podcast interview

Rethinking Grants: How Tech And Grit Are Changing Nonprofit Funding

Luke discusses grant funding and the experience behind MatchGrant. The conversation includes his nonprofit background and connection to Tekton.

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Atlanta Business Radio · Business RadioX· November 4, 2025Podcast interview

Empowering Nonprofits Through Better Grant Access

Lee Kantor interviews Luke about MatchGrant and nonprofit funding. The episode introduction also highlights his work with Tekton Career Training.

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Hypepotamus· October 22, 2025Leadership mention

MatchGrant Helps Atlanta Nonprofits Find And Win Grants

A profile of MatchGrant and its founder, Luke Keller, with background on his leadership at Tekton and his work alongside refugee communities.

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Public Announcements

Community Support. A Public Record.

Historical announcements from local government describe program partnerships and support for Empower Clarkston.

Commissioner Ted Terry
August 26, 2022
Official announcement

Funding To Expand Empower Clarkston

The announcement describes a combined $375,000 in support from DeKalb County and the City of Clarkston for the program’s expansion.

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City of Clarkston
Historical program notice
City announcement

Weatherization Assistance For Clarkston Residents

A city notice describes the collaboration between Friends of Refugees and Tekton to connect eligible residents with home weatherization improvements.

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These articles and announcements document the work at the time they were published. For current training opportunities, visit our Programs page.

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