The contribution marks a continued investment in park inclusivity, following a previous $25,000 gift provided in late 2025 to develop the program. The Georgia in Color project aims to equip state sites with EnChroma glasses, which use optical filters to help individuals with red-green color blindness perceive vibrant shifts in seasonal foliage and wildflowers. This partnership with the nonprofit Friends of Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites builds on earlier accessibility projects, including the placement of all-terrain Trackchairs supported by the Aimee Copeland Foundation.
Georgia Power expands accessibility initiatives at state parks
Hundreds of Georgia Power employees will head into state parks this Saturday, September 26, for the annual Your State Parks Day. Beyond physical cleanup efforts, the utility is backing the new Georgia in Color initiative with a $10,000 donation to provide specialized glasses for visitors with color vision deficiency.
Trey Kilpatrick, senior vice president of External Affairs at Georgia Power, described the parks as vital natural assets that drive local tourism. By combining volunteer labor for site maintenance with targeted funding for visual aids, the company intends to ensure these landscapes remain navigable for a broader range of visitors. Damon Kirkpatrick, president and CEO of the Friends organization, noted that the collaboration helps transform these public spaces into more welcoming environments for all residents.
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