Georgia District Exchange Clubs
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A Message From The 2020-2021 President
A welcome to the new year from the 2020-2021 Georgia District President, Fussell Hughes of Albany, GA. Each Month, we will post a new video as a means of communication with the Exchange Club Members.
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The Georgia District Exchange is working to build two new Exchange Clubs in Georgia.
The locations are Americus Georgia and Calhoun Georgia.
Anyone interested and needing more information about these two prospective Clubs please shoot us an email.
The Exchange Club – Who We Are
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Vision
A strong America, safe communities, and unified people.
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Mission
Exchange, inspiring communities to become better places to live.
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Core Values
Family, Community, Country
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Motto
Unity for Service
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Camarillo, CA nonprofit Advancing Parenting would like to share a free resource for promoting positive childhood experiences and preventing adverse childhood experiences...parenting norms bumper stickers! Advancing Parenting makes them available at no cost to schools and organizations. There are fifty-one in a set and each sticker communicates a parenting behavior or practice generally recognized as supporting the healthy development of children. Just one will be read thousands of times!![]()
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Bumper stickers are a unique and powerful way for community members to share parenting wisdom. At stoplights drivers and passengers point, smile, and nod. Conversations begin and often a phone is used to take a photo of the sticker right at the stoplight. Presumably, they are being shared on social media. It's wonderful to see!![]()
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The stickers can be put in holders and placed on counters and tables so folks can select one for their cars. Visit www.advancingparenting.org to request this free resource.
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The Exchange Club of Albany is sponsoring a new Exchange Club in Lee County. We will be having Informational Meeting in the new future and we will post the date on Face Book and the Lee County Ledger.![]()
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If you are interested in joining please call or text:![]()
Gary Knight 229-894-6505![]()
Fussell Hughes 229-881-5092![]()
Jack Roberts 229-869-7934![]()
Eli Gervero 229-597-4399![]()
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Exchange Community
The Exchange Clubs of Georgia wishes you a Happy 4th of July.![]()
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Americanism is one of the Pillars of Exchange. Enjoy your Holiday but remember what this holiday truly means. ![]()
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If you are interested in joining a Service Club that supports Americanism, Youth, Community and Prevention of Child Abuse please contact an Exchange Club near you. If you need any information please text Gary at 229-894-6505.
The Camarillo, CA nonprofit Advancing Parenting would like to share a free resource for promoting positive childhood experiences and preventing adverse childhood experiences...parenting norms bumper stickers! Advancing Parenting makes them available at no cost to organizations. There are fifty-one in a set and each sticker communicates a parenting behavior or practice generally recognized as supporting the healthy development of children. Just one will be read thousands of times!![]()
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Bumper stickers are a unique and powerful way for community members to share parenting wisdom. At stoplights drivers and passengers point, smile, and nod. Conversations begin and often a phone is used to take a photo of the sticker right at the stoplight. Presumably, they are being shared on social media. It's wonderful to see!![]()
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The stickers can be put in holders and placed on counters and tables so folks can select one for their cars. Visit www.advancingparenting.org to request this free resource.
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Georgia District President Fussell Hughes had the honor to perform the officer’s installation at the Exchange Club of Dublin. In attendance with Fussell were Jeffery Wells, Division 12 Director and Terry Brumbley, District bulletin editor.![]()
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Fussell charged each officer with their duties and gave each officer the oath of office. They are Board of Directors Spence Lovett and Jimmy Williams. John Clem, Treasurer, Matt Weigel, Secretary, Josh Gardner, 1st Vice President, Jake Sheffield, President-Elect, Chris Hamrick Immediate Past President, Phil Bazemore President 2021-2022.![]()
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Chris Hamrick presented Phil Bazemore Exchange Club Member of the Year. Chris stated “Phil is very deserving recipient this year. Phil was the glue that help pull the Dublin Club thru the height of the pandemic. Phil was right beside the president as well all members, helping make sure the club operated in a manner to keep giving back to our community. ![]()
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Bill Banks Largest Net Increase in Membership Award![]()
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Jeffery Wells, presented Jason Dollar of the Dublin Exchange Club with Bill Banks Largest Net Increase in Membership Award.
Exchange Club of Tifton Installation Banquet![]()
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The Exchange Club of Tifton held their annual Installation Banquet and announcement of the Tifton Exchange Club Member of the Year June 28th at their weekly meeting.![]()
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The Exchange Member of the Year is Anjie Saturday who was also elected President-Elect for 2021-2022. The Exchange Club Member of the Year is the highest award given to Exchange Club Members. “The award recognizes outstanding service and club activity through participation in recruitment efforts, club leadership positions, major club committees, projects or fundraisers. The award also seeks to recognize individuals who roll up their sleeves to volunteer and have a positive attitude, not only in the club environment, but also in the community". Thank you Anjie for all your hard work and commitment to Exchange and the Community.![]()
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They also recognized three new members who recently joined the Exchange Club of Tifton. This is great work by this Club!![]()
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After a brief business meeting the Installation of Officers was conducted by Fussell Hughes, current District President and member of the Albany Exchange Club. The Board of Directors installed were: Thad Paulk, incoming District Director, Roger Hobbs, J Michael Moore, Will Roberts, Carla Jones, and Suzanne Griffin. The Executive Offices installed were: President Carla Carlson, President Elect, Angie Saturday, Secretary, Angela Elder, Treasurer, Bryan Truelove and Immediate Past President, Danny Hoover.![]()
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Thank you to the Exchange Club of Tifton for all of your hard work and dedication to Tifton Community and Exchange.
Exchange Club of Albany Installation Banquet![]()
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The Exchange Club of Albany held their Annual Installation Banquet June 23rd, 2021. The highlight of the evening was the announcement of the Exchange Member of the Year. This is the highest Award presented to an Exchange Club Members. The award recognizes outstanding service and club activity through participation in recruitment efforts, club leadership positions, major club committees, projects or fundraisers. The award also seeks to recognize individuals who roll up their sleeves to volunteer and have a positive attitude, not only in the club environment, but also in the community. ![]()
The Exchange Club Member of the Year is Phillip Henry. Phillip has been a member of the Albany Exchange Club for over twenty-two years. He is very active with the Exchange Club Fair of SW Georgia and many of the fundraisers held to raise funds to donate to various Non-Profits in the area. Phillip is always willing to help with any repairs and improvements at the Fair Grounds but also helps people with many projects. Phillip is a dedicated Exchange Member and supports our Projects of Service including Prevention of Child Abuse, Americanism, Youth, and Community. Thank You Phillip for your service to the Community and Exchange.![]()
The installation of Officers was performed by Kathy Mize, the National President for Exchange. The incoming President is Eli Gervero, President-Elect is Steve Perrine, Vice President, Terry McKay, Immediate Past President, Jim Smith, Secretary, Cody Jolley, and Treasurer, Ray Hinman.![]()
The incoming Board members are: One Year term-Terry Blumbley, Sheryl Giles, and Derrell McGee. Two Year term - Stacey Johnston, Tony Jordan and Keith Land.![]()
After the Installation, Kathy Mize discussed how Exchange serves their Community in many different ways. She emphasized the Exchange Club of Albany is involved in the Community and how we exemplify what Exchange stands for. Thank you, Kathy for taking your time to join us and install our Officers.
Fussell Hughes, Georgia District President, Installed the Officers and Board Members for the Exchange Club of Milledgeville, GA on June17,2021. Also in attendance was Terry Brumbley, from the Albany Club. ![]()
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The Officers and Board that were installed are as follows:![]()
President- Billy Griner, President Elect- Missy Swicord, Immediate Past President- Dr. Jeff Wells, Secretary-Melissa Fort, Treasurer-Todd Young, New Board Member- Kara Lassiter.![]()
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Milledgeville is a small Club, but very dynamic and one that is expected to continue to grow and thrive. They are well organized and are focused on Exchange and what the Exchange stands for. They have 21 members and 18 were in attendance and 5 visitors. Two visitors submitted applications to become members during the meeting. They have their Projects and Committees set up and include all the major projects recommended by National. During this year of the unknown (Covid-19 Pandemic) the club completed all projects and fundraisers with exception of one fundraiser. Meeting and donations continued with the help of Zoom. The club did not have the 1st member resign during the pandemic. The members came together as one, because they knew the community needed the Exchange’s help more than ever. ![]()
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During the meeting, they also Honored the Milledgeville Exchange Member of the Year.![]()
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Kara Lassiter was named Milledgeville Exchange Club Member of The Year at our June 17th meeting. Kara’s dedication to the four pillars of the Exchange made her very deserving being named Exchange Member of the Year. She never says no when another member needs her help with their project. During the pandemic she took on projects, to make sure the Community received assistance from the Exchange Club of Milledgeville. ![]()
Congratulations to Kara.
One of the Four Pillars of Service for the Exchange Club is Americanism. We support this Country, our active military service men and women and our Veterans. ![]()
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Today is National Flag Day. If you display an American Flag, thank you. If you do not display an American Flag this would be a great time to start.![]()
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If you have a Flag that is tattered or damaged, please take it by the American Legion or the Exchange Club and it will be disposed of properly.![]()
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Honor our Flag everyday!!
One of the Four Pillars of Service for the Exchange Club is Americanism. We support this Country, our active military service men and women and our Veterans. ![]()
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Today is National Flag Day. If you display an American Flag, thank you. If you do not display an American Flag this would be a great time to start.![]()
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If you have a Flag that is tattered or damaged, please take it by the American Legion or the Exchange Club and it will be disposed of properly.![]()
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Honor our Flag everyday!!
The Exchange Club of Albany Honored Firefighters and EMS for Dougherty County/Albany and Lee County/Leesburg at our meeting today.![]()
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Sam Allen, Dougherty County EMS Director, presented us an informative talk on the struggles they endured during the Pandemic. He also presented the following recipients. ![]()
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Paramedic of the Year for Dougherty County is Peter Radano.![]()
Communication Officer of the Year for Albany Fire Department is Nicky Cook.![]()
Fire Fighter of they Year for Albany Fire Department is Julius Brookin.![]()
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Chief Forrester, Lee County EMS Director, presented the recipients for Lee County/Leesburg.![]()
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Paramedic of the Year for Lee County is Bryce Layfield.![]()
Firefighter of the Year for Lee County is Billy Boyd.![]()
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These were just a few of the great First Responder that have worked so diligently during an extremely difficult time. If you see one, please take they time to Thank them for their Service.
More photos of the Exchange Club of Albany at the Exchange Club District Convention held in Calloway Gardens. ![]()
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While we were there we bid goodbye to the excellent District President, Fussell Hughes, who is from the Albany Club and welcomed Thad Paulk from the Tifton Exchange Club as the incoming District President. We also installed Skip Nichols as the incoming Vice President and Gary Knight as the District Six Representative, both from the Albany Club.![]()
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We had a great time but also continued to learn more about Exchange and what we can do to improve our Community, Honor Americanism, help our Youth and continue our efforts to Prevent Child Abuse.![]()
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If you are looking for a Service Club that works in the Community, consider the The Exchange Club. If you have questions or need to know how to join Exchange contact Gary at 229-894-6505.![]()
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Exchange "Fits Community"! Exchange Strong!
The Exchange Club of Albany recently had thirteen members and spouses attend the District Convention. This is the first time we have been able to meet with fellow Exchange Club Members since the Pandemic.![]()
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While at the Convention, Time Out Teddy visited us and had his picture taken with our District Immediate Past President, Fussell Hughes, a member of the Exchange Club and several others members and spouses.![]()
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Time Out Teddy is dedicated to eliminating Child Abuse in any form. Time Out Teddy is the "National Spokesbear" to carry the message of good parenting across America. ![]()
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Time Out Teddy is available to organizations that work on good parenting and working on Prevention of Child Abuse. The Exchange Club of Albany can also provide extensive material concerning good parenting and Prevention of Child Abuse and help with a program.![]()
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If you have a need for Time Out Teddy please text Gary at 229-894-6505.
The National Project for Exchange is the Prevention of Child Abuse. We recently had our District Convention and Honored several of our Partners in Prevention of Child Abuse. We presented a donation to Open Arms to continue their work in the Prevention of Child Abuse.![]()
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Our other Programs are Americanism, Youth and Community.![]()
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If you are interested in joining a Service Club that serves your Community please contact me and visit one of our Friday meeting.![]()
Text Gary at 229-894-6505.
Great group of Exchange Members!The Georgia District Exchange Club convention is NOW ... June 3-6! We wish you all a great gathering full of networking, planning for the future, and celebrating successes! #ExchangeStrong #TogetherAgain
The Georgia District Exchange Club convention is NOW ... June 3-6! We wish you all a great gathering full of networking, planning for the future, and celebrating successes! #ExchangeStrong #TogetherAgain
Great things are happening around Georgia because of Exchange Clubs. Read the latest news and join with us.
2021 June 👓 Lookie Look...Faster read and full of news for you
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You asked for it...more photos, more links to read more, and more videos. Vision: A strong America, safe communities, and unified people. Mission: Exchange, inspiring communities to become better plac
The Exchange Club has four Pillars of Service. Prevention of Child Abuse, Youth, Community, and Americanism. Under Americanism we have several programs we have every year, One Nation Under God, Freedom Shrine, Give A Kid A Flag to Wave and Proudly We Hail. Proudly We Hail honors an individual or company that displays the American Flag proudly everyday. ![]()
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Today we are Honoring Gwen Knight who flies not one but two American Flags. Her husband, Mack Knight, proudly served and was injured in WW II. He was very proud of this Country and the Flag and felt we should honor it everyday. He was also a member of the Exchange Club and supported all our programs.![]()
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Thank you Mrs. Knight for flying the American Flag and supporting American.
Have you seen this about District Convention?
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What New CDC Guidelines Mean For District Convention EXTRA EXTRA EXTRA We can't wait to see you in person!. Just In Time For The Georgia District Convention The CDC Guidelines Now Say If You Are Fully
The Exchange Club of Albany presented one of their most Prestigious Awards, The Book of Golden Deeds, to an extremely deserving individual, Mr. Jim Hill. Mr. Hill follows a long line of very deserving individuals who give themselves to the Community but expect no recognition in return. ![]()
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The National Exchange began presenting The Book of Golden Deeds in 1919 and the Exchange Club of Albany started in 1949. Mr. Hill is our 72nd recipient.![]()
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Mr. Hill retired 21 years ago and while visiting his brother-in law at Phoebe took notice of the shuttle drivers. He decided that this was an opportunity to help others. About a year after, he found another opportunity that included his carpentering skills, joining the Ramp Crew. Between Phoebe and the Council on Aging the Ramp Crew works together to provide ramps to aging individuals, disable individuals and handicap children. He can share many experiences that had the Crew and the individual in tears because they were so happy to finally be mobile.![]()
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The Ramp Crew consist of about 15 men ranging in ages from 60 to 95 and build 70 to 75 ramps per year. They provide an outstanding service to the Community and expect no recognition in return.![]()
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Joining Mr. Hill for the Presentation was his family and part of the Ramp Crew. If you have the opportunity to Thank Mr. Hill, please take the time to do so.![]()
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Thank you again Mr. Hill and the Ramp Crew!!!
EXTRA SPECIAL CONVENTION NEWS
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May is Freedom Shrine month for the Exchange Club. ![]()
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A Freedom Shrine is an impressive, permanently mounted collection of 30 of the most important and historic American documents including the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution of the United States and the Gettysburg Address. ![]()
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Timeout Teddy is challenging all you boys and girls to find the Freedom Shrine in your school, snap a selfie and post it on Facebook with the hashtag #foundmyfreedomshrine, Tag the Statesboro Exchange Club and we will enter you into a drawing for $100 worth of school supplies. If your school doesn’t have one, snap a selfie in front of your school sign and use the hashtag #wheresmyfreedomshrine, tag the Statesboro Exchange Club and We will enter you into the drawing for $100 worth of school supplies also. We will also see about making arrangements to add a Freedom Shrine to your school in the future. ![]()
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HINT**** see the attached picture for a sneak peek of what a Freedom Shrine looks like.
It is here!!!! The Exchange Club 1st Annual "Albany SW Georgia Car Show/Swap Meet/Arts and Crafts Show" with Entertainment and the Famous Demolition Derby!! The Show is April 30th from 8:00 until 5:00 (but we probably will be there a little later) and May 1st from 8:00 to 4:00 with the Demolition Derby starting around 4:00 and going to 8:30. ![]()
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We have over 50 Arts and Crafts Vendors and over 10 Food Vendors including many "Fair Food Vendors". We will have many Car Clubs and a large Judged Show handled by Premium Production. We have Swap Shop and Car Carrol with opportunity to buy some of these great vehicles.![]()
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The Entertainment includes a number of great local groups with many of them who have played all over south Georgia and north Florida. ![]()
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Last but definitely not least, the Demolition Derby on Saturday. It starts with the Kidz Power Wheel Derby at 4:00 and the main show around 5:00 or so.![]()
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The Car Show, Arts and Crafts Festival, and Entertainment is $10.00 with children under 48 inches admitted free. The Demolition Derby is $10.00 but worth that and more. On Saturday you can do both for just $15.00. Where else can you get that much FUN for so little!!!!!!!!!![]()
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Come and join us and bring 10 friends. Please share this with all your friends on Facebook.
The Exchange Club of Albany was presented an excellent program by Suzanne Perrine, Volunteer Services Director, Phoebe Health. She introduced their Volunteers of the Year from 2019, Shirley Wood and Sue Whittaker. They have over 30 years volunteering in the hospital industry in Albany. She also introduced Jim Hill who heads up the Ramp Crew that builds ramps for disabled and elderly patrons. This is an invaluable service that helps many people. Because of his service, they formed the Jim Hill Employee Recognition Award for Employees that go above and beyond. ![]()
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Suzanne then presented a very thorough program on what they have done in the past and working through the Covid-19 Pandemic. They went from 550 Volunteers to basically none and have built back up to over 200 Volunteers plus! ![]()
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Thank you Suzanne for the great job you do and keep up the great work. ![]()
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If you are interested in Volunteering please contact Suzanne and I am sure she will put you to work.![]()
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Suzanne is the wife of an Exchange Club member, Steve Perrine and the daughter of Mike Johnston (who is also an Exchange Club Member) and his wife, Marsha. Is there any question when Suzanne is so closely involved with Volunteer Organization!!!![]()
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Thank you Suzanne and Phoebe Health for all you do for SW Georgia!!!
In case you missed it! Here's news about Exchange in Georgia
2021 April 👓 Read A Bunch Of Exchange News For You
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It's a new day and a different way BUT WE ARE EXCHANGE Vision: A strong America, safe communities, and unified people. Mission: Exchange, inspiring communities to become better places to live. Motto:Local Club News
The Exchange Club of Columbus has rescheduled their Golf 4 Kids Tournament. Please see information below on how you can sign up a team …
The Exchange Club of Columbus. Inc. has held their Annual Pancake Jamboree every year since 1957. The location has changed a few times, but rain, …
The Exchange Club of Georgia along with the Exchange Club of Albany and several other Exchange Clubs in the State had a historic meeting today …
Exchange Club of Albany Delivers Meals to Phoebe Putney
Although the Exchange Club of Albany has not been able to meet in recent weeks and …
The Statesboro Exchange Club recently dedicated a Freedom Shrine at Langston Chapel Middle School.
The Exchange Club of Waycross recently held their annual Legislative Day luncheon. State Representative James Burchett, State Representative John Corbett, State Representative Steven Sainz and …
The Exchange Club of Brunswick recently held the 8th Annual Rodeo at the Beach. The winning riders were presented with a plaque and belt buckle. …
The Exchange Club of Brunswick recently held their annual charitable giving meeting. The club has 3 events throughout the year to raise funds, The Coastal …
Brooke Parmelee, Director of Development for the Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Georgia, Inc. was the guest speaker at a recent meeting of the …
Albany Exchange Club President Wes Sadler recently presented Mary Martinez-Allen, Lily Pad Sane of Albany with a donation. The monies will help to offset medical …
Rome’s Memorial Day observance brought the community to the Coosa Valley Fairgrounds for exhibits and a program in the Palladium. Exchange Club was the driving …
The Exchange Club of Rome recently welcomed the current reigning Miss Rome, Cara Clements, and Miss Rome Outstanding Teen, Megan Wright, to a club meeting. …
The Exchange Club of Rome recently hosted AirLife/Air Methods Georgia at one of their weekly meetings. AirLife brought not only the crew but the helicopter …
The Exchange Club of Richmond Hill recently held their 28th Annual Kid’s Fishing Derby on June 1 at the Richmond Hill Fish Hatchery. Over 250 …
The Exchange Club of Columbus GA treated teachers at Rothschild Leadership Academy to an end of the year breakfast. Principal Terri Myers presented a plaque …
The Exchange Club of Albany recently presented Proudly We Hail awards to various businesses and individuals in the community. They also heard from a local …
The Exchange Club of Rome recent programs featured two Exchangites who work together to help prevent fraud. Exchangite John Upton and Exchangite (and Sheriff) Tim …
Sgt. Rena Riviere, social studies teacher and Junior ROTC Instructor at Ware County High School, was the guest speaker at a recent meeting of the …
Jana Dyke, Waycross club member and Executive Director of the Waycross-Ware County Development Authority was a guest speaker at a recent meeting of the Exchange …
The Exchange Club of Brunswick held their annual Police Officer of the Year luncheon recently. The club has been honoring local law enforcement for over …
Georgia Awards Book 2020-2021
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