Premier Academy, Inc. Presents The 40th Year Legacy Gala
Background:
Since 1971, Premier Academy has removed barriers to quality education for over 21,000 low to moderate income children in metro Atlanta. Its purpose remains the same, to provide research-based educational and enrichment programming that prepares children, regardless of income, for long-term academic success. The Legacy Gala is the primary fundraising and stewardship event for Premier Academy.
Leadership:
Legacy Gala Honorary Co-Chairs:
Donata R. Major, President, Herman J. Russell Foundation and Vice Chair, Concessions International, LLC
Leona Barr-Davenport, President and CEO Atlanta Business League
Board of Directors Chair:
Rhonda Jayroe, Concessions International, LLC
Sponsorship and Underwriting Chair:
Johnny Brown, Kroger
Silent Auction Chair:
Dr. Yvonne Bernal, Atlanta Public Schools
Format:
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Cocktail hour/Silent Auction; Dinner; Entertainment; Awards; Cocktail Attire.
Legacy Awards:
Visionary Award:
Elaine P. Draeger, President and CEO, Sheltering Arms Early Education and Family Centers
Trailblazer Award:
Ken Ford, King of Strings, Entertainer and Founder, The Ken Ford Foundation
Educator Award:
Robin H. Ferst, Founder, Ferst Foundation for Childhood Literacy
Advocate Award:
Pat Willis, Executive Director, VOICES for Georgia's Children
Date and Time:
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Saturday, March 24, 2012, 8 pm to 12 am
Location:
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The Loudermilk Center
40 Courtland Street, NE
Atlanta, GA 30303
To Purchase Tickets:
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Individual tickets are $100 each, and tables are $1,000 (10 tickets). To purchase individual tickets or tables, please click below:
Sponsorships:
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Legacy Gala sponsorship opportunities are now available. To become a Legacy Gala sponsor online, please click below or contact Kantrice R. Rose, Development Director, at (404) 366-3700 or via email krose@premier-academy.org .
