$1 Million Raised for Sam Robb Fund A legacy is hard to build, especially when the individual doesnt live past age 20. But Sam Robbs family has created an enviable legacy for him. Soon after his death from osteosarcoma, his family formed the Sam Robb Fund (SRF), a Named Fund of CURE Childhood Cancer, to continue Sams fight against childhood cancer. The SRF initially funded the Sam Robb Fellow at the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center at Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta and supported CUREs Open Arms Meal Program. The Fund surpassed $1 million this year and also named the sixth Sam Robb Fellow, Dr. Juhi Jain. Described as larger than life, Sam tackled his cancer treatment like a sports opponent and fought hard. Unfortunately, four years after he thought he beat cancer, doctors found a tumor on his lung. Never one to give up, Sam created the mantra, Fightin till the last breath. Several renowned doctors felt surgery to remove the tumor was life-threatening, but Sam refused to live in fear and found a brave surgeon who agreed to remove the tumor and a lung. Sam passed away during surgery. In 2018, Sams family shifted part of their fundraising efforts away from family meals and toward healing the emotional and psychosocial needs of patients and families in treatment. They now support CUREs Counseling Program. Raising $1 million is an amazing testimony to the commitment of Sams family, friends, community, and volunteers who have poured their love into building his legacy. For more information about the SRF, visit CureChildhoodCancer.org/funds/the-sam-robb-fund.
Concert on the Green Raises Over $50,000 for First Responders The inaugural Concert on the Green raised $53,738 to support the Alpharetta Public Safety and Milton First Responders Foundations. Featuring John Driskell Hopkins of the Zac Brown Band, a silent auction, VIP cocktail hour, multiple opening acts including a local group called The Manly Hero, and many vendors, the concert brought out a great crowd to enjoy southern rock sounds at The Green at Crabapple Market. After the fundraising event, the Alpharetta Public Safety and the Milton First Responders Foundations each received $26,869 to further their missions of supporting those who protect the Alpharetta and Milton communities. One of our missions as a Foundation is to bring our community and first responders closer together, said Brian Dolan, chair of the Milton First Responders Foundation. The concert is part of our continuing effort to accomplish that mission. The turnout, support, and admiration displayed by our community toward our first responders was outstanding.Janet Rodgers, chairman of the Alpharetta Public Safety Foundation, said, We cannot thank John Driskell Hopkins, the wonderful vendors, the sponsors, the planning committee, and the volunteers enough for making this event happen. The money raised will give us the ability to accomplish our mission of supporting our public safety employees in their times of need, so they can focus on maintaining world-class public safety in our community. The Alpharetta Public Safety and the Milton First Responders Foundations are nonprofit organizations dedicated to providing financial support to first responders in times of need as well as providing funds for additional equipment and training for police and firefighters.
The Lionheart School Cooks Up Successful Fundraiser Grilling and Gridiron raised $27,000 for The Lionheart School and Lionheart WORKS. All proceeds benefit the children and participants at Lionheart.The Lionheart Schools mission is to provide a developmentally appropriate education for children who need a specialized learning environment, therapeutic interventions, supported social interactions, and strategies to accommodate their individual profiles.
Mimosa ES Receives Generous Donation Burlington Stores, Inc., through its partnership with AdoptAClassroom.org, donated $10,000 to Mimosa ES in celebration of its new store in Alpharetta. Burlington representatives presented a check to Mimosa Principal Ariane Holcombe during a school assembly.A representative from AdoptAClassroom.org contacted school administrators and helped secure the donation, which will provide new supplies for classrooms. Teachers will use the funds for a variety of items, including books for classroom libraries, science materials, and math manipulatives. On behalf of Mimosa Elementary School, I would like to thank Burlington and AdoptAClassroom.org for adopting our school, said Principal Holcombe. We appreciate their provision of much needed resources that will go to immediate use supporting our students!
Miltons History as an Equestrian Community When Milton County was established March 23, 1858, horses were considered beasts of burden, working primarily on farms and providing transportation. As the local economy improved over the next 100 years, equestrianism emerged as a popular recreational activity and competitive sport. Local farmers would host one-day shows for saddle clubs, hunt clubs, 4-H shows, and other multidisciplined events. Competitions grew in scale and popularity. Over time, these mom-and-pop shows were replaced by large-scale equestrian events, specializing in hunting, jumping, dressage, cross country, rodeos, and polo.The Wills Park Equestrian Center became a haven for horse enthusiasts and regional competitors, which helped make north Fulton the horse capital of the South.Today, the states horse industry has a $2.5 billion impact on the Georgia annual economy. Milton has the largest concentration of horses between Lexington, Kentucky, and Ocala, Florida, and more money is spent on horses in Milton than any other community in Georgia.
Alpharetta Legionnaires Send 10,000th Package to Troops For 16 years, Alpharetta American Legion Post 201 has supported Americas Combat and Support Units in war zones.Recently, the Legion dispatched its 10,000th package to brave men and women in uniform on the front lines in the Global War on Terror. Each package contains items such as nonperishable foods, snacks, magazines, books, toiletries, and other items that are difficult to acquire.Post Commander Pete Esker commended Legionnaire Steve Olesnevich, who serves as chairman of the posts package program, for his steadfast commitment to showing our military members that they have the support of the folks back home.Area merchants have been generous in donating items for soldiers, but the cost of postage (about $18.50/per package) limits the posts ability to increase the quantity of packages going to Iraq and Afghanistan. Auxiliary member Carol Norman donated postage for the most recent mailing.Anyone wishing to support the program may send a tax-deductible contribution to:Care Package Fund American Legion Post 201201 Wills RoadAlpharetta, Georgia 30009
North Fulton Community Charities Celebrates Benchmarks in Service North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC), a human service agency dedicated to preventing homelessness and hunger for area residents, raised over $150,000 in net proceeds to help low-income families in need at this years inaugural Barbaras Bash. The fundraiser honored longtime Executive Director Barbara Duffy, who will retire at the end of 2019. Duffy has worked with NFCC since its formation in 1983 and served as the executive director since 1990.The organization also recently celebrated 25 years of its Warm Coat Drive. This annual event started in 1994 as a service project for local Girl Scout Cadet Troop 628 from Crabapple Middle School. NFCC collects new and gently worn coats and jackets as well as hats, scarves, and gloves (for adults and children) throughout the month of October. Last year, NFCC distributed over 1,400 coats and accessories to families in need. Warm Coat Day is the first event of the NFCC Holiday Program, which includes a Thanksgiving Food Program, a Sponsored Families Program, and Santa Shop in December. Holiday baskets are also provided to local senior residents. For more information on the Holiday Program, including ways to donate and volunteer, visit NFCCHoliday.org. The NFCC Holiday Program is presented by Macys and WellStar North Fulton Hospital. For more information on sponsoring this program, contact Holly York at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
InCommunity Receives Grant for Residential Updates Thanks to a City of Roswell Community Development Block Grant, InCommunity received funds to update four of its Roswell residential homes. Some of the updates included new kitchen appliances, extra grip on stairs and decks, handicap accessible showers, and LED lights.Founded in 1979, InCommunity, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit agency based in Atlanta, was created to provide community-based services and support to people with developmental disabilities and their families. The organization assists people with a variety of needs including residential support, employment services, respite care, family support, in-home care, and day programs. To date, InCommunity has provided support and service to more than 10,000 Georgia community members.
Dr. Jim Morrow Receives Distinguished Award The University of South Carolina recently honored Dr. Jim Morrow of Morrow Family Medicine with its Distinguished Humanitarian Physician Alumni Award. Dr. Morrow has a huge heart for those in need in our local community, dedicating his time, resources, and passion to assist north Fulton and Forsyth counties and beyond.Dr. Morrow and his wife, Peggie, head The Forsyth BYOT Benefit, which contributes to local children and families who cannot afford the necessary resources to be successful under todays teaching methods. Public schools rely on technology (laptops, tablets, and smartphones) to teach children, and The Forsyth BYOT Benefit exists to make sure everyone has the technology needed to do well in school and to get the most out of their education.This is such an incredible honor, said Dr. Morrow. To have my alma mater recognize the work that Peggie and I have been doing is very fulfilling. There is still a great deal of need in our area, so we plan to continue to do what we can for these deserving students.
Roswell GIS Division Awarded 2019 Distinguished System Award The City of Roswells GIS Division has been awarded a Distinguished System Award for its submission to the 2019 Urban & Regional Systems Association (URISA) Exemplary Systems in Government (ESIG) Awards Competition. We are excited and extremely proud to be recognized by URISA as their 2019 Distinguished System. This award is a testament to the thoughtful growth and considerable work invested by each member of the GIS Division. City leadership has provided us with a ton of support, and we truly appreciate this belief in our team, said Patrick Baber, Roswell GIS manager. Roswell was awarded the Distinguished System in the Enterprise System category. Roswell GIS was the only system recognized as Distinguished in 2019. Systems in this category are outstanding and working examples of using information systems technology in a multi-department environment as part of an integrated process. These systems exemplify effective use of technology yielding widespread improvements in services involved and cost savings to the organization.