Campaign Cabinet Retreat
Campaign cabinet is made up of key community leaders. They volunteer their time to help increase community participation in the United Way campaign within their respective industries/divisions. They are responsible for recruiting, organizing and implementing activities that generate financial contributions to benefit the work of United Way. At the retreat, they will be armed with information about the United Way in general.
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
4:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Georgia Power Office (3rd Floor Meeting Room)
600 East Bay Street
Savannah, GA 31401
Facilitator: Dr. Joe Buck, III
By invitation only!
For more information, please contact Julie Cyr at 912.651.7714.
16th Annual Golf Tournament
Monday, June 2, 2008
11:30 a.m. Lunch & Registration;
12:30 p.m. Tee Time
Savannah Quarters Golf Club
Pooler, GA 31322
Open to the public. Click here to download the entry form (PDF)
For more information, please contact Penny Cox at 912.651.7720.
United Way Night at Oglethorpe Speedway
Friday, June 6, 2008
6:00 p.m.
Gates open;
7:00 WTOC commercial filiming; 8:00 p.m. Races start
Oglethorpe Speedway Park
200 Jesup Road
Pooler, GA 31322
Open to the public. $12/ticket (50% of ticket sale goes to United Way - TICKET MUST BE PURCHASED IN-ADVANCE)
For more information, please contact Penny Cox at 912.651.7720.
United Way Night with Savannah Sand Gnats
Thursday, July 10, 2008
7:00 p.m.
Historic Grayson Stadium
1401 E. Victory Dr., Savannah, GA 31405
Open to the public. $7/ticket ($3 of ticket sale goes to United Way- TICKET MUST BE PURCHASED IN-ADVANCE)
Click here to download the United Way Night w/ Sand Gnats flyer (PDF)
For more information, please contact Penny Cox at 912.651.7720.
Campaign Kick-Off (Savannah)
Campaign Kick-Off officially marks the beginning of United Way’s fundraising efforts in Bryan, Effingham, Chatham and Liberty counties. Highlights of the event include announcement of the four county fundraising goal, recognition of Campaign Cabinet members and Loaned Associates, Pacesetters results and a keynote speaker.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Savannah Civic Center
301 W. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah, GA 31401
Open to the public. $15/person or $240 for a table of 16
For more information, please contact Penny Cox at 912.651.7720.
Effingham County Campaign Kick-Off
This event officially marks the beginning of United Way’s fundraising efforts in Effingham county.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Place: TBA
Open to the public. For more information, please contact Bonnie Dixon at 912.826.5300.
Liberty County Campaign Kick-Off
This event officially marks the beginning of United Way’s fundraising efforts in Liberty county.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
The Heritage Bank
300 S. Main St., Hinesville, GA 31313
Open to the public. Cost: FREE
For more information, please contact Leah Poole at 912.368.4282
Hands On Savannah Week of Service
Residents across Coastal Empire are gearing up to serve their communities in volunteer service during Hands On Savannah Week of Service. Projects will include environmental clean ups, brown bag programs, landscaping projects and more. To learn more, please visit www.handsonsavannah.org.
September 27 - October 4, 2008
For more information, please contact Shirley Sessions at 912.651.7726.
Mid-Campaign Rally
This festive picnic in the park focuses on United Way supporters and fundraising progress at the mid-point of the United Way campaign.
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Monterey Square (Taylor St. & Bull St.)
Open to the public. $7/person
For more information, please contact Penny Cox at 912.651.7720.
6th Annual Walk the Walk 5K
Experienced runners and amateur weekend athletes will enjoy a fun, fast 5K course in downtown Savannah while promoting healthy lifestyles within our community. Participants are invited to a post race awards ceremony, which includes food, beverages, live entertainment and family fun.
Friday, October 17, 2008
6:00 p.m. (run); 6:05 p.m. (walk)
Downtown City Market
Open to the public. $20 until October 10; $25 after October 10
For more information, please contact Penny Cox at 912.651.7720.
Victory Celebration
This event celebrates the conclusion of United Way’s annual fundraising campaign within four county communities. Community leaders unite in celebration to honor dedicated volunteers, corporate partners and community investors, which are critical elements in achieving the year's final campaign results.
Friday, November 21, 2008
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Place: TBA
Open to the public. $25/person or $250 for a table of 10
For more information, please contact Penny Cox at 912.651.7720
