The Links, Inc. is a public service international organization of African-American women that was founded by two women in November 1946 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a volunteer organization committed to promoting educational, cultural, and civic activities among its membership. It also seeks to provide opportunities for the enrichment of personal friendships. Each chapter initiates, supports, and participates in programs designed to address the needs of their communities in the areas of services to youth, the arts, national trends and services, and international trends and services.

The Dogwood City Chapter of The Links, Inc., located in Atlanta, Georgia, was established in June 1982. It is one of six Links chapters in the Greater Atlanta area. Its membership is comprised of 55 women committed to providing opportunities for high-risk youth and disadvantaged individuals who need encouragement, skills, and resources to improve their quality of life. The Dogwood City Chapter is part of the national organization, The Links, Inc., which was founded in 1946 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a volunteer organization dedicated to promoting educational, cultural, and civic activities among its membership and fostering personal friendships. Each chapter initiates, supports, and participates in programs addressing community needs in the areas of youth services, the arts, and both national and international trends and services. Link members serve as role models, mentors, and activists who adhere to the highest ethical standards of conduct.

The Links’ vision is to increase participation—both nationally and internationally—in broader communities to foster stronger partnerships with individuals committed to goodwill and impactful deeds. The organization has more than 10,000 members worldwide, dedicated to improving the quality of life for humankind through sustained efforts in:

Education: Ensuring African-Americans and others of African descent gain significant access to quality education from preschool through graduate levels, increasing retention rates, and reclaiming dropouts.

Cultural Enrichment: Fostering greater recognition, appreciation, and preservation of African-American and African culture and heritage.

Healthcare: Advocating and promoting improved health awareness and providing accessible, affordable, and high-quality healthcare.

Civic Involvement: Supporting and strengthening community-based and collaborative initiatives through charitable giving, volunteerism, and innovative programs.

Finally, the members of the Dogwood City Chapter of The Links, Inc. are proud of their track record of volunteerism and community support, having raised and contributed over $200,000 to organizations in the Atlanta community.