The GEORGIA NATIONAL GUARD FAMILY SUPPORT FOUNDATION, INC. is a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization established in 1994 to provide emergency relief assistance during times of financial crisis to the members and families of the Georgia National Guard, our State's reservists and qualified active duty service members in the State of Georgia. The Foundation, although not a military organization, is recognized as an official support organization of the Georgia National Guard.
In November 2005, Georgia Chamber President & CEO, George Israel, announced with David Ratcliffe, Chairman, President & CEO, Southern Company, and 2005 Chair of the Georgia Chamber, Governor Sonny Perdue's initiative to raise
ONE million dollars to support Georgia-based troops and their families through the GEORGIA NATIONAL GUARD FAMILY SUPPORT FOUNDATION.
Through the generous support of donors, both large and small, the Foundation was able to reach that goal by the end of 2006! We received $1 in cash in an unmarked envelope as well as a $100,000.00 check with an Atlanta Journal donation coupon!
As a result of these contributions, we have been able to help hundreds of families, both traditional and deployed soldiers and airmen, with emergency relief assistance.
We need your help to do more.
Your donation will help make a difference in the lives of Georgia military members. Learn more.
To help, we have established a fund to support the families of the troops serving in the war on terrorism at home and abroad. Click here to make a contribution.
2008 Tax Return Check-Off Donation Information
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Use your 2008 Georgia income tax return to make donations to the Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation!
2008 Tax Check-Off Information (PDF 128KB)
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Army Guard vs. Air Guard
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| Join your fellow Army and Air Guardsmen and bring your entire family to Philips Arena on 10 Apr 2009 to witness the Army vs Air Basketball Game prior to the Hawks vs Pacers, all proceeds will go to the National Guard Family Support Foundation. Contact Ms. Tammy McEver at 678 569-5756 or e-mail tammy.mcever@us.army.mil for ticket information.
Click here for Registration Flyer.
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Georgia Guard Family Moves to Oglethorpe
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We are on the move! We have left the Confederate Avenue Complex and our new address and numbers are:
Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation, Inc.
5019 Highway 42 Suite 203
Ellenwood, GA 30294-3438
Phone: 678-569-5704 or 678-569-5702
Fax: 678-569-5762
Foundation Report September 2008 (PDF 647KB)
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Family Support Foundation Gets Check From Income Tax Check-Offs
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 Georgia taxpayers have donated more than $114,000 to the Georgia Guard Family Support Foundation by using the simple check-off box on their income tax forms. The check was presented at the National Guard Day ceremony at the State Capitol.
ATLANTA - March 11, 2008
Governor Sonny Perdue today presented a check on behalf of Georgia taxpayers who have again stepped up to help their fellow Georgians in uniform and their families with a donation of more than $114,000 made to the Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation.
"I am proud to present this donation on behalf of Georgia's citizens to support the selfless and courageous men and women, the citizen soldiers, of the Georgia National Guard," said Governor Sonny Perdue. "We cannot overstate the importance of the work they perform, both at home and abroad, helping to keep us safe and defending the cause of freedom around the world."
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Welcome Home 48th
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Governor Perdue has committed the state's assistance to help every Georgia service member fighting in Iraq or Afghanistan find a job upon their return to the United States. On December 9th, 2005, Governor Perdue said “if you do have trouble finding work when you get back home to Georgia, call my office. I will find you a job. It's the least we can do after the job you have done for your country.”
Visit http://www.gov.state.ga.us/veterans/ for more information.
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The Georgia Chamber of Commerce presents "Freedom" by Steve Penley
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Freedom is a stirring and penetrating tribute to American soldiers, from the Minute Men to the 48th Brigade, captured on canvas by renowned Georgia artist Steve Penley to benefit the Georgia National Guard Family Support Foundation. All proceeds will be used to assist family members of soldiers serving on active duty with the Georgia National Guard. Signed prints are available at a cost of $50.
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