PRESS RELEASES
Contact: Deborah Dickson FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
T) 912.236.9287 ext 3
F) 912.236.9297
E) deborah@wileydickson.com
JCI SAVANNAH TURNS JUNK INTO TREASURE WITH GARAGE SALE
FUNDRAISER
JCI Savannah Hosts Fundraiser on October 13, 2007
Savannah, GA; September 26, 2007
The Junior Chamber International (JCI) of Savannah, locally known as Savannah Jaycees, is
hosting their Fall Garage Sale fundraiser to support JCI community projects such as Santa's
Helpers, Kid Care ID and Camp Dream. The garage sale will take place on Saturday October
13th, 2007 from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Savannah Jaycees Clubhouse located at 101 Atlas
Street, Savannah GA 31406. Items for sale include but are not limited to household items,
furniture, books, linens, jewelry, and clothes.
JCI is accepting donations for sale items now until Friday October 12th, delivery and/or drop off
times to Savannah Jaycees Clubhouse is available on the following days: Saturday September
29th and Saturday October 6th from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM; or weeknights Monday October 2nd ,
Tuesday October 9th, and Thursday October 11th from 6:00-8:00 PM. For all other times or
special pick up arrangements, please call (912) 257-6253 or email deborah@wileydickson.com.
About JCI Savannah:
JCI Savannah, locally known as Savannah Jaycees, is a local civic organization engaging young
professionals to become involved in the community through service and volunteering,
developing future leaders in Savannah and the Greater Coastal Area. The Savannah Junior
Chamber of Commerce has been an active part of the local community since the 1940’s with
members including former Savannah Mayor John Rousakis and County Commissioner Pat
Farrell over the years. JCI Savannah meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month at 101
Atlas St. at 6:30 pm. For more information about JCI Savannah, visit www.savannahjacyees.com
or email info@savannahjaycees.com.
About JCI, Inc.:
JCI (Junior Chamber International), Inc., is a worldwide federation of young professionals and
entrepreneurs between the ages of 18 and 40. JCI is headquartered in Chesterfield, St. Louis,
Missouri and the organization’s mission is to contribute to the advancement of the global
community by providing the opportunity for young people to develop the leadership skills, social
responsibility, entrepreneurship and fellowship necessary to create positive change. For more
information about JCI, please visit www.jci.cc.
# # ##
JCI Savannah 101 Atlas St. P.O. Box 15668 Savannah, GA 31416 T) 912.353.7700 info@savannahjaycees.com
PRESS RELEASE
February 25, 2007
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Junior Chamber of Commerce Spring Speaker Event
Howard Morrison - March 13, 2007
The Savannah Junior Chamber of Commerce is hosting Savannah
native, Howard Morrison as their Spring Speaker on Tuesday, March 13,
2007 at 6:30 p.m. Morrison will present the vision of Savannah in 2033
and impact that today's young leaders will have on our city. Free
for members and $5.00 for non-members. Doors open at 6 p.m.
The Savannah Junior Chamber of Commerce is a constructive action
organization of young people who devote a portion of their time to
community service in the public interest, developing as leaders in
their community. The Jaycees (The United States Junior Chamber of
Commerce) is a widely recognized national civic organization for men
and women 21 to 40 years of age.
The Savannah Jaycees hold a Networking Social on the 2nd Wednesday
of each month at the Wild Wings Cafe in City Market at 6:00 p.m. and a
Planning Meeting the 4th Tuesday of every month at their headquarters
located at 101 Atlas St. at 6:30 pm.
The Savannah Jaycees have been involved in a number of community
projects such as the Moses Jackson Center, Santa's Helpers Project, Kid
Care ID, and the Georgia Jaycees Camp Dream. The Savannah Jaycees have
helped a wide range of community organizations throughout the years
such as the Union Mission, the Rape Crisis Center, MDA, DFCS, Ronald
McDonald House and the March of Dimes, to name a few. The
organization additionally hosts of a number of membership activities
such as: beach parties, haunted tours, karaoke, and wine tastings.
For more information about the Savannah Jaycees, visit their
website, www.savannahjaycees.com or contact 353-7700.
# # #
Savannah
P.O. Box 15668
Savannah, GA 31416
PRESS RELEASE
October 8, 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SAVANNAH JAYCEES ANNOUNCE
THE 2006 HAUNTED HOUSE FUNDRAISER
The Savannah Jaycees are proud to announce the return of our
annual Haunted House fundraiser. This year the 2006 Haunted House
(Savannah themed) will be located at the Jaycee clubhouse at 101 Atlas
Street in midtown Savannah.
The Haunted House will be open on October 20, 21, 27, 28 and 31st from 6 pm to 9 pm.
Ticket prices include Adults - $7.00 Children (under 12) - $3.00
$1.00 off admission price for canned/non-perishable food item donation and $ 3.00 off for Red Cross Blood Donors.
Directions to 101 Atlas Street: Go to Derenne Avenue turn onto
Habersham towards Kensington Park, take a right onto Varn Street then
right onto Atlas Street. The Jaycee building is at the end of
street. Parking available in the lot or on the
street.
This Jaycee project will be raising funds for our upcoming
community projects such as the Moses Jackson Center, Santa's Helpers
Project, Ronald McDonald House, KidCare ID, and the Georgia Jaycees
Camp Dream. The Savannah Jaycees have helped a wide range of community
organizations throughout the years such as the Union Mission, the Rape
Crisis Center, MDA, DFCS and the March of Dimes to name a few.
The Savannah Jaycees is a civic organization of young people who
devote their time to community service in the public interest and
develope as leaders in their community. The Jaycees (The United States
Junior Chamber of Commerce) is a widely recognized national civic
organization for men and women 18 to 41 years of age. The
Savannah Jaycees have been an active part of the local community since
the 1940's. Members over the years have included former County
Commissioner Frank Murray, former Savannah Mayor John Rousakis, and
County Commissioner Pat Farrell. The Savannah Jaycees meet on the
2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month at 101 Atlas St. at 6:30 pm.
For more information about the Savannah Jaycees, visit their website,
www.savannahjaycees.com or contact (912) 353-7700 or Local President
Michael Adams at (912) 961-9913. For specific press related questions
about the Haunted House contact Jennifer Parsons at (912) 695-8274 or
jparssav@comcast.net
Savannah
P.O. Box 15668
Savannah, GA 31416
(912) 353-7700
www.savannahjaycees.com
PRESS RELEASE
August 2, 2006
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SAVANNAH JAYCEES ARE PROUD TO ANNOUNCE
THE 3RD ANNUAL MINI-GOLF TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER!
The Savannah Jaycees will host the 3rd Annual Mini-Golf
Tournament Fundraiser on Saturday, August 26, 2006 from 4 p.m. to
8 p.m. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit local Jaycee
community projects such as The Moses Jackson Community
Center, Safe Shelter, Kid Care ID, The Georgia Jaycees
Camp Dream, and The Old Savannah City Mission. The
tournament will be held at the Putt Putt Golf Course at 202 Mall
Blvd., Savannah, GA 31406. Festivities begin with
tournament registration, a cookout, and practice rounds at 4 p.m.
Shotgun start begins at 6:15 p.m. Donated prizes will be awarded
from local businesses. Tickets are $40.00 for a two-person
team, which includes dinner and two rounds of golf. To purchase
tickets contact (912) 961-9913 or (912) 656-3015. Hole sponsorships
are additionally available for $50 each or a Team of two and
a sponsorship for $75 each.
The Jaycees (The United States Junior Chamber of Commerce) is
a widely recognized national civic organization for men and women
18 to 41 years of age. The Savannah Jaycees have been an
active part of the local community since the 1940's. Members over
the years have included former County Commissioner Frank
Murray, former Savannah Mayor John Rousakis, and
County Commissioner Pat Farrell. The Savannah Jaycees meet
on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month at 101 Atlas St. at
6:30 pm. For more information about the Savannah Jaycees, visit
their website, www.savannahjaycees.com or contact (912) 353-7700
or Local President Michael Adams at (912) 961-9913.
Savannah Jaycees
P.O. Box 15668
Savannah, GA 31416
(912) 353 - 7700
PRESS RELEASE
July 4, 2006
For Immediate Release
SAVANNAH JAYCEES SPONSOR TWO LOCAL
CAMPERS AT THE GEORGIA JAYCEES CAMP DREAM
The local chapter of the United States Junior Chamber of
Commerce, the Savannah Jaycees, sponsored two local campers and one
camp counselor from Armstrong Atlantic State University, to attend the
Georgia Jaycee Camp Dream, in Warm Springs, Georgia. The camping
session ran from June 21st to 25th, 2006. Camp Dream was designed and
built to be barrier-free and accessible for people of all ages,
regardless of the severity of their disability. This facility
is a gift of love to disabled Georgians, a place where they have an
opportunity to develop their full potential in a rustic natural setting
(http://www.jayceescampdream.org). The local Savannah camper was 15
year-old Robert "Robbie" Massengale, who is diagnosed with Cerebral
Palsy (Father is Tim Massengale - 912-660-3144). The other camper was
another 15 year-old, male from Guyton who is diagnosed with Autism
(Still waiting on media release from family).
Throughout the year the Savannah Jaycees hold
numerous events and fundraisers to raise money to send campers and
counselors to Camp Dream such as the Annual Mini-Golf Tournament
(August 26, 2006), Haunted House (Oct 20-21,27-28, & 31, 2006),
Garage Sale
(Spring & Fall), Savannah Sand Gnat fundraisers
and the funds collected from the Jaycees' Gumball machines throughout
Savannah.
The Jaycees (The United States Junior Chamber of
Commerce (www.usjaycees.org) is a widely recognized national civic
organization for men and women 21 to 40 years of age. The Savannah
Jaycees have been an active part of the local community since the
1940's. Members over the years have included former County Commissioner
Frank Murray, Former Savannah Mayor John Rousakis, and County
Commissioner Pat Farrell. The Savannah Jaycees meet on the 2nd and 4th
Tuesdays of every month at 101 Atlas St. at 6:30 pm. For more
information about the Savannah Jaycees, visit their website,
www.savannahjacyees.com or info@savannahjaycees.com. Additional
contacts include: Michael Adams, President, 961-9913, Cody Hetzel, Vice
President of Community Development, 404-403-4751, and Jennifer Parsons,
Secretary & Press Releases, jenparsav@comcast.net
Savannah Jaycees
P.O. Box 15668
Savannah, GA 31416
(912) 353 - 7700
PRESS RELEASE
November 30, 2005
For Immediate Release
SAVANNAH JAYCEES SANTAS HELPERS PROGRAM
AT MOSES JACKSON NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER
Date: Saturday, December 3, 2005
Location: Moses Jackson Neighborhood Center
1410 Richard St.
Savannah, GA 31515
(912) 651-6785
The Savannah chapter of the Jaycees will be hosting a
Christmas party for neighborhood children at the Moses Jackson Center
on Saturday, December 3, 2005 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Members will
be helping children with holiday crafts activities, providing lunch,
hosting a visit from Santa Claus. The Jaycees will
be distributing gifts purchased from monies raised through fundraising
activities such as the Jaycees sponsored gumball machines, mini-golf
tournament, garage sale, and the Spring Fair. Santa is expected to
arrive around 1:00 p.m. Approximately 50 children and expected to
participate this years event. The Santa Helpers project is an annual
event host by the Savannah Jaycees.
The Jaycees (The United States Junior Chamber of
Commerce) is a widely recognized national civic organization for men
and women 21 to 39 years of age. The Savannah Jaycees have been an
active part of the local community since the 1940s. Members over the
years have
included former County Commissioner Frank Murray,
Former Savannah Mayor John Rousakis, and County Commissioner Pat
Farrell. The Savannah Jaycees meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays
of every month at 101 Atlas St. at 6:30 pm. For more information about
the Savannah Jaycees, visit their website, www.savannahjacyees.com or contact Michael Adams at (912) 961-9913.
P.O. Box 15668
Savannah, GA 31416
(912) 353 - 7700
PRESS RELEASE
November 16, 2005
For Immediate Release
SAVANNAH JAYCEES GEAR UP FOR GUMBALL RALLY
Event: Annual Savannah Jaycee
Gumball Rally Fundraiser Campaign
Date: Saturday, November 19, 2005
The Savannah chapter of the Jaycees will hit the streets
of Chatham County on Saturday, November 19, 2005 starting at 9 am to
seek additional locations at local businesses to host Jaycee gumball
machines. Revenue from the gumball machines support the Savannah
Jaycees community projects such as Santa's Helpers for the Moses
Jackson Center, and the KidCare ID program.
The Jaycees (The United States Junior Chamber of
Commerce) is a widely recognized national civic organization for men
and women 21 to 39 years of age. The Savannah Jaycees have been an
active part of the local community since the 1940's. Members over the
years
have included former County Commissioner Frank Murray, Former
Savannah Mayor John Rousakis, and County
Commissioner Pat Farrell. The Savannah Jaycees meet on the 2nd and 4th
Tuesdays of every month at 101 Atlas St. at 6:30 pm. For more
information about the Savannah Jaycees, visit their website,
www.savannahjacyees.com or contact Michael Adams
at (912) 961-9913.
Savannah Jaycees
P.O. Box 15668
Savannah, GA 31416
(912) 353 - 7700
PRESS RELEASE
October 7, 2005
For Immediate Release
SAVANNAH JAYCEES HOST TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP NATIONAL JAYCEE VICE PRESIDENT SWEARS IN NEW LOCAL MEMBERS
The Savannah chapter of the Jaycees participated in a training and development
workshop lead by the Georgia Jaycees at the local headquarters located on 101 Atlas Avenue in Savannah on Saturday, October 1, 2005. Workshop presenters included Dewayne Sumner, Jaycees National Vice President, Beverly Hamby, Georgia State President, Stacia Mentus, Georgia State Vice President, and Andrea Perry, Presidential Assistant. For the United States Jaycees to send a National Vice President to Savannah shows a real willingness to support local Jaycees Chapters. It's also a strong indication of their confidence in our Savannah Chapter, stated Savannah Jaycees President Michael Adams. The workshop agenda included seminars in organizational management, community
development and individual development. During the workshop, National Vice President Dewayne Sumner swore in three new members: Chris Benton, Sandy Benton, and Jeff McQuillen.
The Jaycees (The United States Junior Chamber of Commerce) is a widely recognized national civic organization for men and women 21 to 39 years of age. The Savannah Jaycees have been an active part of the local community since the 1940's. Members over the years have included former County Commissioner Frank Murray, Former Savannah Mayor John Rousakis, and County Commissioner Pat Farrell. The Savannah Jaycees meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month at 101 Atlas St. at 6:30 pm. For more information about
the Savannah Jaycees, visit their website, www.savannahjacyees.com or contact Michael Adams at (912) 961-9913.
P.O. Box 15668
Savannah, GA 31416
(912) 353 - 7700
Press Release Date: August 12, 2005
Savannah Jaycees Host Second Annual Charity Mini-Golf Tournament
The Savannah Jaycees will host their Second Annual Charity Mini-Golf Tournament on Sunday, August 28, 2005. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit local organizations the Jaycees support, including The Moses Jackson Community Center, Safe Shelter, KidCare ID, and The Old Savannah City Mission. "This is a great opportunity for families to come out and support the community," stated Michael Adams, President of the Savannah Jaycees. "Plus, the tournament will be a lot of fun." The tournament will be held at the Putt Putt Golf Course at 202 Mall Blvd. A cookout for players will begin at 5:00 P.M. Golfing will begin at 6:15 P.M. Prizes will be awarded to the best teams. Tickets are $45.00 for a two-person team. This pays for the cookout and 2 rounds
of mini-golf for each team member. The media is invited to attend. Please purchase tickets ahead of time by contacting Michael Adams at (912) 961-9913. Businesses are also encouraged to inquire about sponsorships.
The Jaycees (The United States Junior Chamber of Commerce) is a widely recognized national civic organization for men and women 21 to 39 years of age. The Savannah Jaycees have been an active part of the local community since the 1940's. Members over the years have included former
County Commissioner Frank Murray, Former Savannah Mayor John Rousakis,
and County Commissioner Pat Farrell. The Savannah Jaycees meet on
the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month at 101 Atlas St. at 6:30 pm. For more information about the Savannah Jaycees, visit their website, www.savannahjacyees.com or contact Michael Adams at (912) 961-9913.
|
