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May 2007 |
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WHAT'S NEW |
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Be a runner or volunteer
in the U.S. 10K Classic
Sign up to run or volunteer for SOGA's newest benefit
happening Sept. 3. SOGA is looking for at least 2,000 runners and at least 400
volunteers. Click here for more information
about running in the race and here for more information about volunteering. Hundreds of volunteers will be needed throughout the race
where thousands of runners are working to raise money for Special Olympics
Georgia athletes. The race also includes a two day family festival.
If you're
interested in volunteering click here for more information e-mail
Georgia.Milton-Sheats@SpecialOlympicsGA.org.
Buy a gift basket for
Mother's Day and "gift back" to SOGA and World Games
Visit
Giftback.com this Mother's Day and purchase a spa basket or floral
arrangement and a portion of the proceeds goes to Special Olympics and the 2009
Special Olympics World Winter Games in Idaho. Just pick out the gift and scroll
down the list of charities to find Special Olympics.
Sponsor of the Month
Federated Department Stores, Inc. is one of
America's premier national retailers, operating more than 850 Macy's and
Bloomingdale's stores in 45 states, with a diverse workforce of over 188,000
employees. Federated 's Partners in Time employee volunteer program celebrated
its 16th anniversary in 2005. It is an award-winning program adopted by all of
the company's divisions and operations across the country. Over the years, a
total of 1.2 million hours has been given in community service nationwide,
valued at nearly $20 million. Partners' simple, successful mission, "Sharing Our
Time To Make A Difference," has impacted nearly all segments of society.
The headquarters of Macy’s South are in Atlanta and through the Federated
Department Stores Foundation Special Olympics Georgia has been the recipient of
countless volunteer hours and grant funds. Since 2001, Macy’s has been the
Presenting Sponsor of the 2007 State Summer Games, where over 150 Macy’s
employees give of their time to celebrate our Athletes accomplishments.
Federated believes that community service is a cornerstone of the company's
values, as well as a grassroots representation of its overall philosophy. We, at
Special Olympics Georgia, have seen this exemplified through their tireless
commitment to support SOGA athletes.
For their support, volunteerism and dedication we honor Macy’s as May’s Sponsor
of the Month!
Click here for more information about Macy’s,
Federated Department Stores.
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VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH |
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Volunteer of the Month -
Elizabeth
Ferguson
Few people are gifted in taking on the
challenge of fundraising and transforming their areas with dedication and
determination. Elizabeth Ferguson has done just that for Macon Bibb County Parks
and Recreation.
This year's Change for Champions campaign was a huge success for Macon Bibb
County Parks and Recreation because of Ferguson's work in getting more schools
to participate. The campaign went from raising $20 last year to involving most
schools in the area and raising more than $2,700.
Elizabeth has also raised awareness for their program. She worked with the local
news media to broadcast Macon Bibb's events. The broadcasts caused a surge of
calls from people wanting to get more information on their events. Elizabeth
also spearheaded Macon Bibb's first year at the Annual Cherry Blossom Parade and
Arts and Crafts Festival. The event was a huge success with more than 70
athletes and volunteers participating.
Ferguson has literally transformed the program. She has gone above and
beyond her duties and has taken on a very challenging and difficult task.
From everyone at Macon Bibb County
Parks and Recreation and from everyone at Special Olympics Georgia, we thank and
congratulate Elizabeth Ferguson for all of her efforts!
Do you know someone who should be Volunteer of the Month?
Simply send the person's contact information (name, email address, mailing address, and phone number) and a brief paragraph explaining why you think they should win to:
Leslie.Anderson@SpecialOlympicsGA.org.
**Online Donations
You can make an online donation and support the 22,797 registered SOGA athletes. | | |
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES |
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:Summer Games, May 25-27
Interested in being a part of the Summer Games? Volunteers are needed throughout
the weekend of May 25-27. You could be a fan in the stands! Please help us
cheer on our athletes as they compete in aquatics, athletics, gymnastics,
soccer, table tennis, tennis, volleyball and badminton.
Race for Champions, May 26
Volunteers are needed to help with this 5K race
taking place at Lullwater Park at Emory University. We need volunteers from 6 am
- 11pm to staff registration, water stations and the finish line.
Georgia 400, June 9
Volunteers are needed to help with this 5K race being held at Lenox Square Mall
in Buckhead. Volunteers are need to help with registration, finish line and
water stations.
Bicycle Ride Across
Georgia, June 10-16
Volunteers are needed in or around the following
cities to help Special Olympics Georgia staff rest stops for this weeklong
event. Columbus, Cusseta, Buena Vista and Americus (6/10/07); Andersonville,
Vienna and Cordele (6/11/07); Rebecca, Fitzgerald and Ambrose (6/12/07);
Douglas, Lakeland and Pearson (6/13/07); West Green and Baxley (6/14/07);
Glennville and Hinesville (6/15/07); Ft. Stewart area, Richmond Hill and
Savannah (6/16/07).
If
you have any questions
about any of these events, e-mail
Leslie.Anderson@SpecialOlympicsGA.org or call (770) 414-9390 ext. 120.
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OTHER NEWS |
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Upcoming Events
Find a treasure this Saturday!
Discover a treasure at the 2007 Art Auction to
benefit Special Olympics Georgia this Saturday, May 5 at a million dollar
Atlanta-home. The preview is at 7 p.m. and the live auction begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person and $50 per couple. The artwork is supplied
by Regency Fine Art of Atlanta. The evening will also include food, wine, beer, door prizes
and a silent auction. Click here for more information. For more information about the auction, please
contact Jessica.Bennett@SpecialOlympicsGA.org
at (770) 414-9390 ext. 107. Click here
for directions.
Be a runner in the Race
for Champions
Pull out your sneakers and get your friends
together for the Race for Champions! The seventh annual race to benefit
the athletes is Saturday, May 26 at Emory University. Interested participants
should
click here for more information and download a registration form or visit
www.active.com and register online.
Pre-register for $20 or pay $25 the day of the race. For more information about
Race for Champions, please contact
Jessica.Bennett@SpecialOlympicsGA.org at:
770-414-9390 x107.
Know someone who's given distinguished service?
Think about someone you'd like to recognize as
giving distinguished service to Special Olympics Georgia. Now, nominate them for
a Distinguished Service Award! Nominations are being accepted for the
Distinguished Service Awards, the most prestigious awards given out by Special
Olympics Georgia, until 5 p.m. June 30. Categories range
from outstanding male and female athletes to outstanding Unified Partner.
Click here for a nomination
form.
For
more information, e-mail Wendy.Bigham@SpecialOlympicsGA.org
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Join Amerifleet
Transportation in their golf tournament to benefit SOGA
Play
golf at Laurel Springs Golf Club in Suwannee at the second annual Amerifleet
Transportation golf tournament to benefit Special Olympics Georgia.
Click here for more information and
e-mail
Jasmine.McGinnis@SpecialOlympicsGA.org.
Play
golf in Douglasville May 21
SuperValu hosts an annual golf
tournament to benefit Special Olympics Georgia May 21 at Chapel Hills Golf Club
in Douglasville. If you are interested in rounding up a foursome and
supporting Special Olympics, please contact Rachel Provow at (770)414-9390, ext.
119 or Rachel.Provow@SpecialOlympicsGA.org
for more information.
Athlete sign-up for heart screening; space
limited
An Athlete Heart Screening is being
offered to a limited number of athletes by the Living Heart Foundation and the
National Football League at Crawford Long Hospital Saturday, June 2. E-mail
Jennifer.Daniell@SpecialOlympicsGA.org or call (770) 414-9390 ext. 110.
Be a part
of Team SOGA!
Eighteen SOGA athletes riding in the
Bicycle Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) are looking for sponsors. Please help
create the 2007 Team SOGA! If you collect at least $92 in donations by May 16,
you can become an official member of the 2006 Team SOGA, receive a Team SOGA
T-shirt, come to the SOGA reception on BRAG. However, you can make donations
until BRAG begins in June. If you have questions about Team SOGA or want
to make a donation, contact Leslie Anderson at (770) 414-9390 ext. 120 or at
Leslie.Anderson@SpecialOlympicsGA.org.
Recycle that old phone!
Join in the
PHONE BONES Project and help Special Olympics Georgia by turning in your
old cell phone. Special Olympics Georgia is recycling old cell phones to raise
money and help our environment. You can turn in your old cell phone by
contacting Rachel Provow at (770) 414-9390 ext. 119 at
Rachel.Provow@SpecialOlympicsGA.org.
Make your
home page www.GoodSearch.com
Each time you conduct a
search on www.GoodSearch.com, one
penny goes to benefit Special Olympics Georgia. Make Good Search your home
page by going to "tools" in your browser and then clicking on "internet
options." Type www.GoodSearch.com in
the space for home page. At the site, type "Special Olympics Georgia" in the
box the first time you sign up for the organization you're supporting.
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