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THANK YOU

We are so thankful for the support we received from this community. We had over 100 people and raised $5,000.

The fundraiser was a reflection of what Speakers for Africa represents:

loving - community - honesty - hope - kindness - giving - genuine - fun

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Messages of thanks from Uganda 

Thank you Tracy Jones
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Jony Gitta - Uganda Co-Chairman
02:57
Thank you Tracy Jones
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Vinvent Kasanga Thanking Donors
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Thank you from Justine in Uganda
00:08
We love you from Uganda
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Bright Onak - Communications Director Uganda
01:35
Message from uganda

Top Sponsors

Anchor-Sponsors

Megan Mitchell 

Owner

Megan Mitchell and her team at Cactus Jack's went above and beyond to make our fundraiser a success. Two months prior to the event, Megan dedicated her time by meeting with Peyton Thomas and Penny Randell to offer advice and guidance. She was always available for questions. She is wise and giving. I hope to take her to Uganda with us soon! 

Cactus Jack's Saloon and Grill, Evergreen, Colorado
Evergreen Clothing and Mercantile, Evergreen, Colorado
Evergreen Clothing and Mercantile, Evergreen, Colorado
Summit Executive Cleaning, Breckenridge, Colorado

Amy Franklin

Owner

Thank you Summit Executive Cleaning. Your generosity is expressed through your dedication to excellence and commitment to community. Amy Franklin donated three remarkable items to help us raise money to fix schools in Uganda.

Winners of Best of Summit. Contact them: 970-426-6081 | www.summitexecutivecleaning.com

Rocky Mountain Wraps, Conifer, Colorado
Hiwan Golf, Evergreen, Colorado
Your mountain connection, Evergreen, Colorado
Tracy Jones Law Offices - Evergreen, Colorado
Bistro del lago, Tracy Jones Law Offices - Evergreen, Colorado
Liv sotheby's Evergreen, Colorado

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VOLUNTEER

The Bucktones (7-9 PM Outside Main Stage)

Thank you to the bands

Thank you for donating your time and talents to our event 

Reuben Gonzalez (6-7 PM Inside Side Stage)

Guitar & Vocals. Reuben always brings a delightful and engaging show 

Lee Pulliam (6-7 PM Inside Side Stage)

Guitar & Vocals. Reuben always brings a delightful and engaging show 

A crowd-pleasing blend of vocals and instrumentals

Cut to the Chase (9-11PM Inside Main Stage)
Jeff King, Jack, Mark and Mike
Well-executed variety of originals and covers 

 

We are so grateful for you. It could not have been done without you. This is a team effort. 

In no order of importance:

Jill Beasley (Promotion)
Erin Sudmalis (Door / tickets)
Brenda and Chris Davis (Silent auction)

Katie and Bud Linkner (The Linkners raised us some $$ by donating a foursome at Hiwan Golf, Evergreen, Colorado) 
Megan Mitchell (Day of general help)
Jony Gitta (Promotion - Uganda) 

Penny Randell (Be Mamma Congo)
Kyle Stevens (Advisor) 

Lee Pulliam (Day of general help)
Bright Onak (Promotion - Uganda)
Tasha Mirembe (Support - Uganda)
JR Iannacone (Auctioneer)

 

Thank you to the Chefs

Chef Randy Placeres AND Chef Peter Carrow

Randy worked for two full days to create the perfect West and East African menu that appealed to Western palates. Guests raved about the dinner all night. Thank you both for how much time and energy you donated to the meal. 

Thank you to the additional techs

Kevin (excellent sound tech)

Rob Kowalski (In addition to quality audio, Rob provided detailed plot charts and took meticulous care that we had what we needed yfor two stages. He and Jack were attentive and careful. It was great working with all of them)

Mike Fox (videographer)

We were fortunate to have the eye and experience of Mike. He captured the night well. Video and pictures by Mike Fox

Tracy Jones Law Offices - Evergreen, Colorado
Volunteer thanks

Live and Silent Auction Donations

Thank you to businesses in Evergreen, Conifer and Breckenridge, Colorado for your generous donations

Thank you to our sponsors - Evergreen and Conifer, Colorado
Ebony and Vine, Conifer, Colorado
Aspen Park Vet, Evergreen, Colorado
evergreen massage, Evergreen, Colorado
Your mountain connection, Evergreen, Colorado
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FUNDRAISER AUG 31 202

1st Annual

Speakers for Africa Back to School Uganda Fundraiser Evergreen, Colorado | Aug 31 2024

An extravagant night of good energy, food, community love and music. 

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