Savannah Honors Alpha Kappa Alpha Leader With Key
Mayor Van R. Johnson presented Charletta Wilson Jacks with the Key to the City during the Sorority's November Board of Directors meeting in Savannah.
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This page covers charitable giving, fundraising campaigns, nonprofit support and benefit events. Coverage focuses on the organizations and individual contributions that drive activity across Savannah.
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November 9, 2026
St. Joseph's/Candler Raises $63,000 for Mammography FundThe 19th annual Paint the Town Pink campaign supports breast health services for uninsured and underinsured people in the Savannah area.
November 8, 2026
Mediation Center Receives Women United Transportation GrantUnited Way of the Coastal Empire's grant will help people seeking Mediation Center services cover transportation costs.
November 8, 2026
Savannah Fire Downs Chatham County Fire 52-39The charity basketball game at Bible Baptist Church collected nonperishable food donations for families in need.
November 7, 2026
Church Hosts Free Community Fair in SavannahSt. Peter's AME Church held its first community fair offering free food, clothing and health services to residents.
November 5, 2026
SmartWomen Raises $265,924 for Mammography FundThe annual luncheon and expo drew 1,560 attendees and supports women facing financial barriers to breast health care.
November 3, 2026
Bank of America Gives $250,000 to GoodwillThe grant supports Goodwill Southeast Georgia's upcoming Community Opportunity Campus in Savannah, alongside a $100,000 donation to Savannah Technical College.
October 31, 2026
Junior League of Savannah Hosts Trunk or TreatThe local organization brought families together for candy and games at Oglethorpe Mall.
October 30, 2026
Savannah Community Rallies to Fund Park RenovationResidents are gathering support to repair the aging Clasbey Memorial Park courts.
October 28, 2026
River Street Sweets Donates $21,000 to Local Food BankThe candy company proceeds will provide thousands of meals for children in Coastal Georgia.
October 26, 2026
Savannah Groups Raise Funds for Mammography ServicesThe Habersham School and Livingood's Appliance support local breast health access.
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Savannah reporting spans charitable donations, community fundraising events, nonprofit initiatives and volunteer-driven support efforts. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it. Seasonal patterns often define the rhythm of giving, with year-end campaigns and event-driven fundraising forming the bulk of activity. Large capital grants to anchor institutions often appear alongside the smaller, grassroots efforts that support day-to-day services.