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We kicked off our 85 Acts of Kindness initiative by providing TSA employees who were affected by the government shutdown with 8.5 gallons of gas at two RaceTrac locations near the airport.
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We kicked off our 85 Acts of Kindness initiative by providing TSA employees who were affected by the government shutdown with 8.5 gallons of gas at two RaceTrac locations near the airport.
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We had the pleasure of joining Olympian and humanitarian, Edwin Moses, former Lt. Governor Casey Cagle, and professional football player Malcolm Mitchell in providing 5,000 copies of Malcolm’s book, The Magician’s Hat, to students at across Georgia.
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We partnered with Relay Bike Share to offer visitors FREE ridership throughout the city the weekend of the big game to make their experience in Atlanta easy, economical, and eco-friendly!
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We partnered with Relay Bike Share to offer visitors FREE ridership throughout the city the weekend of the big game to make their experience in Atlanta easy, economical, and eco-friendly!
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We sent member Jason Hill and his wife to the big game through our Visa® Super Bowl Sweepstakes.
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Our employees who give from each paycheck to the Georgia’s Own Foundation are invaluable to us, and provide us with our most reliable source of income, which is poured back into our communities. On Valentine’s Day, we showed them our love by delivering Valentines to their desks.
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Our employees who give from each paycheck to the Georgia’s Own Foundation are invaluable to us, and provide us with our most reliable source of income, which is poured back into our communities. On Valentine’s Day, we showed them our love by delivering Valentines to their desks.
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To celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day, we gave 85 of our employees $8.50 each to perform their own random act of kindness.
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We treated 85 Visa cardholders to a private meet and greet with our favorite Atlanta quarterback, Matt Ryan.
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We treated 85 Visa cardholders to a private meet and greet with our favorite Atlanta quarterback, Matt Ryan.
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Bert’s Big Adventure takes place in February, and to make sure the families had all the necessities for their big adventure, we packed bags full of last-minute goodies for each family.
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We know Bert’s Big Adventure recipient, Rylee, is a HUGE NASCAR fan, so we covered all travel expenses for his extra special trip to meet his favorite racer, Kyle Busch, at Talladega!
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We know Bert’s Big Adventure recipient, Rylee, is a HUGE NASCAR fan, so we covered all travel expenses for his extra special trip to meet his favorite racer, Kyle Busch, at Talladega!
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Giving back is what we do, which is why we offered .85% off our already-low mortgage rates in March.
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Also in March, we encouraged members to move their auto loan to Georgia’s Own and offered 85 days of no payments when they refinanced their auto with the Credit Union.
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Also in March, we encouraged members to move their auto loan to Georgia’s Own and offered 85 days of no payments when they refinanced their auto with the Credit Union.
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We helped out the Atlanta Rescue Dog Café by making leashes for our furry friends and supported them with a grant from our Foundation.
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In conjunction with our Buford Branch, we provided gift baskets for the Buford City Schools Teachers of the Year.
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In conjunction with our Buford Branch, we provided gift baskets for the Buford City Schools Teachers of the Year.
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We helped give the girls at Jesse’s House a much-needed Spring Break experience at some of our favorite destinations: Six Flags Over Georgia, Stone Mountain Park, and Lake Lanier. Jesse’s House serves as an emergency and long-term shelter for adolescent girls.
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We also provided ‘road trip bags’ for the girls with games, snacks, and other traveling essentials!
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We also provided ‘road trip bags’ for the girls with games, snacks, and other traveling essentials!
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We joined L.E.A.D. Ambassador, Antonio Pierce, in serving a teacher appreciation breakfast at his alma mater, Sylvan Hills Middle School.
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We served lunch and made a donation to provide food at the Women’s Community Kitchen which provides more than 20,000 nutritious meals to local women and children each year.
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We served lunch and made a donation to provide food at the Women’s Community Kitchen which provides more than 20,000 nutritious meals to local women and children each year.
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We gave Women’s Kitchen Coordinator, Catherine Bailey, an Atlanta Hawks experience to show our appreciation for everything that she does to support our community and women and children in need.
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Our very own Douglasville branch supported their local Special Olympics by feeding 125 volunteers, a monetary value of just over $850.
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Our very own Douglasville branch supported their local Special Olympics by feeding 125 volunteers, a monetary value of just over $850.
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We provided coordinated meal delivery and support when one of our long-time team members had to take an extended leave of absence.
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Georgia’s Own volunteers spent the day at the JA Discovery Center’s Finance Park helping guide 7th graders through a budget simulation.
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Georgia’s Own volunteers spent the day at the JA Discovery Center’s Finance Park helping guide 7th graders through a budget simulation.
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Our Conyers branch sponsored the Savage Run 5K/10K, benefitting the Lupus Foundation and 4-H Clubs.
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To help take the sting out of Tax Day, Georgia’s Own provided Tax Day Treats (King of Pops!) and had financial advisors on site to offer financial guidance and advice at both Woodruff Park and our Marietta branch location.
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To help take the sting out of Tax Day, Georgia’s Own provided Tax Day Treats (King of Pops!) and had financial advisors on site to offer financial guidance and advice at both Woodruff Park and our Marietta branch location.
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We provided Wildflower seed packets to employees in honor of Earth Day.
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Georgia’s Own volunteers spent several hours at Camp Twin Lakes planting vegetables that will provide campers with fresh food for weeks.
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Georgia’s Own volunteers spent several hours at Camp Twin Lakes planting vegetables that will provide campers with fresh food for weeks.
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Georgia’s Own also made a $5,000 donation to Camp Twin Lakes. Camp Twin Lakes provides life-changing, therapeutic, recreational, and medically-supportive camp experiences for children with serious illnesses, disabilities and other life challenges.
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The Credit Union sponsored our own team member, Vik Nat in his Bicycling Across America quest, benefitting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
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The Credit Union sponsored our own team member, Vik Nat in his Bicycling Across America quest, benefitting Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
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We were proud to once again participate in the Georgia State University Mentorship Program through sponsorship and providing corporate mentors for the city’s future business leaders.
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The Credit Union sponsored a financial literacy program for children in Savannah. The sponsorship included the purchase of Savannah’s Savings Jar books for the children in attendance.
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The Credit Union sponsored a financial literacy program for children in Savannah. The sponsorship included the purchase of Savannah’s Savings Jar books for the children in attendance.
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Georgia’s Own hosted children from Allatoona Elementary School to help some of their young leaders learn about financial literacy.
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Georgia’s Own gave an $8,500 grant to assist in a pilot program created by L.E.A.D. The program is designed to empower young girls through the sport of tennis.
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Georgia’s Own gave an $8,500 grant to assist in a pilot program created by L.E.A.D. The program is designed to empower young girls through the sport of tennis.
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We hosted a free Shred Day event at our Alpharetta Branch, providing members of the community with an opportunity to shred their sensitive documents for free.
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In honor of National Nurses Day, employees wrote 85 notes of encouragement to nurses at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
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In honor of National Nurses Day, employees wrote 85 notes of encouragement to nurses at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
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In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we hosted a contest to allow people to vote for their favorite Atlanta Public Schools teacher via social media. We featured the five winners on the Georgia’s Own Sign.
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Also as part of Teacher Appreciation Week, we gave a total $850 to the five winners selected for school supplies.
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Also as part of Teacher Appreciation Week, we gave a total $850 to the five winners selected for school supplies.
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We gave away 850 Roses to mothers and grandmothers during Mother’s Day weekend.
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We gave thanks to two selfless “ambassadors” of the community, CJ and Kelli Stewart, founders of L.E.A.D. by giving them tickets to Michelle Obama’s Becoming Tour. Their mentorship of at-risk youth is nothing short of amazing.
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We gave thanks to two selfless “ambassadors” of the community, CJ and Kelli Stewart, founders of L.E.A.D. by giving them tickets to Michelle Obama’s Becoming Tour. Their mentorship of at-risk youth is nothing short of amazing.
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Educating our members is part of our mission. So in honor of our 85 Acts of Kindness, we held an internal contest where staff could win $85 just for educating members about one of our new Money Market products.
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We couldn’t make our 85 Acts of Kindness happen without our employees! We gave back to our hard working staff by hosting an employee appreciation lunch in May.
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We couldn’t make our 85 Acts of Kindness happen without our employees! We gave back to our hard working staff by hosting an employee appreciation lunch in May.
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There are some events which define a community. That’s why we were proud to sponsor the Atlanta Jazz Festival, one of the country’s largest free jazz festivals which takes place each year at Piedmont Park.
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We partnered with our favorite neighbor, Woodruff Park, giving away 85 food truck vouchers at the park in June.
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We partnered with our favorite neighbor, Woodruff Park, giving away 85 food truck vouchers at the park in June.
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Georgia’s Own loves Six Flags, which is why we let 85 park-goers jump to the front of the line at Pandemonium, the new attraction at Six Flags® Over Georgia, during Memorial Day weekend.
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Sometimes a little gesture can go a long way, especially if you’re the parent of a sick child. In June, we bought and served breakfast for parents of patients at Scottish Rite Hospital.
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Sometimes a little gesture can go a long way, especially if you’re the parent of a sick child. In June, we bought and served breakfast for parents of patients at Scottish Rite Hospital.
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What could Georgia’s Own do next? We increased the amount awarded through our annual What’s Ne[x]t Scholarship Contest to give away $8,500 to the grand prize winner. We also awarded $5,000 and $2,500, respectively, to our 2nd and 3rd place winners.
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We donated school supplies to United Way of Forsyth County through their Stuff the Bus program.
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We donated school supplies to United Way of Forsyth County through their Stuff the Bus program.
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We pledged to stop summer hunger in our community by raising money at our Georgia’s Own branch locations during the month of June for Smart Lunch, Smart Kid.
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We also donated food and made lunches in support of Smart Lunch, Smart Kid.
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We also donated food and made lunches in support of Smart Lunch, Smart Kid.
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Georgia’s Own was a proud sponsor of Women’s Golf Day in Georgia.
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For her outstanding commitment to our members, we surprised Linda Wozniak, one of our rock star team members at our Northlake Branch, with tickets to the July 4th Braves game versus the Phillies!
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For her outstanding commitment to our members, we surprised Linda Wozniak, one of our rock star team members at our Northlake Branch, with tickets to the July 4th Braves game versus the Phillies!
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We were proud to honor L.E.A.D. Ambassadors Antonio Pierce and Cortez Hardy with scholarships totaling $4,000.
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Georgia’s Own was proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Buck & Kincade Golf Classic, which raises money for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
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Georgia’s Own was proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Buck & Kincade Golf Classic, which raises money for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta.
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Georgia’s Own featured five our favorite charities on the Georgia’s Own Sign in June, increasing awareness for these amazing organizations which include: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Boys & Girls Clubs, L.E.A.D., Jesse’s House, and Camp Twin Lakes.
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Georgia’s Own deposited $8.50 into the savings accounts of 200 Georgia foster children through DFCS at part of the Georgia Rise event.
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Georgia’s Own deposited $8.50 into the savings accounts of 200 Georgia foster children through DFCS at part of the Georgia Rise event.
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Credit union volunteers partnered with Atlanta Habitat For Humanity to repaint the house of a local resident, and long-time member!
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We were able to cover one APS student’s expenses for a Women In Sports social impact trip to Guatemala through the Social Justice Café For Girls.
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We were able to cover one APS student’s expenses for a Women In Sports social impact trip to Guatemala through the Social Justice Café For Girls.
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We treated 85 members to VIP seating and free food and beverage at Six Flags’ famous fireworks show on the 4th of July!
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We provided 3 UGA students with meal plan scholarships, totaling $12,000, through the Let the Big Dawg Eat program.
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We provided 3 UGA students with meal plan scholarships, totaling $12,000, through the Let the Big Dawg Eat program.
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In celebration of National Ice Cream Month, we provided free ice cream in exchange for children’s socks and back to school clothes!
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Georgia’s Own CEO, Dave Preter, surprised his staff with a Christmas in July Bonus of $285!
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Georgia’s Own CEO, Dave Preter, surprised his staff with a Christmas in July Bonus of $285!
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We provided racquet bags to the L.E.A.D. Girls Tennis Program
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Our Business/Commercial/Private Banking Departments volunteered at the Atlanta Community Food Bank, creating 6,050 meals!
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Our Business/Commercial/Private Banking Departments volunteered at the Atlanta Community Food Bank, creating 6,050 meals!
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On 8-5, we hosted an event called ‘Reimagine Your 8-5’, offering resume writing tips to those looking for work or looking to upgrade their employment.
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Georgia’s Own small business client, Junior’s Pizza, had their grand opening on 8-5 and we treated their first 85 customers to a free slice!
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Georgia’s Own small business client, Junior’s Pizza, had their grand opening on 8-5 and we treated their first 85 customers to a free slice!
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We surprised our staff with treats and prizes to add to our 85th celebration!
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We collected gently-used books for the Bookin’ It Book Drive; the donated books will fill 4 MARTA Book Boxes, designed for riders to borrow, read, and return!
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We collected gently-used books for the Bookin’ It Book Drive; the donated books will fill 4 MARTA Book Boxes, designed for riders to borrow, read, and return!
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On 8/16, we treated Green Acres Elementary in Cobb County to a pizza party with Atlanta shortstop, Dansby Swanson! We also made an $8,500 donation to Swanson’s initiative, All Things Loyal.
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We helped welcome Doggy Con to town with a discount promo code and prizes for participants!
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We helped welcome Doggy Con to town with a discount promo code and prizes for participants!
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We were proud to take part in the Credit Unions For Kids Bowl-a-thon, which helped raise more than $47,000 for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta!
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We hosted a Shred Day, complete with food, giveaways, and fun for our new neighbors in Fayetteville! (8.24)
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We hosted a Shred Day, complete with food, giveaways, and fun for our new neighbors in Fayetteville! (8.24)
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Several volunteers joined the ‘casserole club’ and prepared dinners for guests at the Ronald McDonald House.
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We hosted a patient party at Children’s Healthcare with Hawks’ Legend Dominique Wilkins!
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We hosted a patient party at Children’s Healthcare with Hawks’ Legend Dominique Wilkins!
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Our volunteers prepared some yummy treats for the guests at Ronald McDonald House!
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We raised $110,000 for L.E.A.D. at our 11th Annual Golf Challenge!
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We raised $110,000 for L.E.A.D. at our 11th Annual Golf Challenge!
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As the weather turns colder, we held a hat and glove drive for our friends at Action Ministries.
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The entire Georgia’s Own staff joined together to build 85 bikes for children of Veterans in need!
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The entire Georgia’s Own staff joined together to build 85 bikes for children of Veterans in need!
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Georgia’s Own volunteers helped improve the Sensory Garden at the Center for the Visually Impaired.
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85 Georgia’s Own Visa Cardholders received $85 and one cardholder won $850!
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85 Georgia’s Own Visa Cardholders received $85 and one cardholder won $850!
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Treated 50 people with two tickets to Cirque du Soleil: VOLTA in our new Engagement Center!
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Provided a Free Ride Day on Atlanta Bike Share for the community!
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Provided a Free Ride Day on Atlanta Bike Share for the community!
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We teamed up with Six Flags on their teddy bears for Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta initiative, purchasing the first 170 bears.
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Our Good Money Giveaway infused $5,000 worth of kindness into the community on Giving Tuesday!
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Our Good Money Giveaway infused $5,000 worth of kindness into the community on Giving Tuesday!
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Several Georgia’s Own team members volunteered at Action Ministries’ Feed the Hungry!
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On 12/6, we celebrated our official 85th Anniversary with our staff!
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On 12/6, we celebrated our official 85th Anniversary with our staff!
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Georgia’s Own was proud to bring Caroling In the Park to life: a joint holiday concert between the GSU Choir and the Atlanta Homeward Choir, a homeless men’s choir.
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We capped off our 85 Acts of Kindness initiative with a community-driven search for the non-profit most deserving of an $8,500 grant. Miracle at KSU was voted the winner and they will be using the gift to support Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta!
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We capped off our 85 Acts of Kindness initiative with a community-driven search for the non-profit most deserving of an $8,500 grant. Miracle at KSU was voted the winner and they will be using the gift to support Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta!