September 2025
We had an action-packed and memorable Happy GameDay this September! The festivities kicked off in grand style as we welcomed 19 kids and their chaperones to the University of Georgia vs. Austin Peay football game. The excitement was palpable, and everyone had an absolute blast—creating wonderful memories that will surely last a lifetime.
Our celebration didn’t stop there. We also had the privilege of providing a special GameDay experience for a family of five at a Georgia Tech football game. The entire family thoroughly enjoyed every moment, embracing the energy and excitement that makes GameDay so special.
Another special highlight this month was providing Braves baseball tickets to 18 different kids and their families. These tickets were generously donated by our supporters, and we are incredibly grateful for their kindness and commitment to making a difference.
The children and families who attended the Braves games had a wonderful time, relishing the excitement and energy of live baseball. The smiles and laughter shared at the ballpark were a testament to the positive impact of these donations. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed tickets and helped make these experiences possible.
And that’s not all! A beautiful family of five enjoyed an unforgettable deep sea fishing trip with Captain Mark Noble out of St. Simons. As shown by the photos, this family created wonderful memories together on the water.
To finish out the month, we had the pleasure of sending three different families to experience the enchantment of Disney on Ice.
Our mission to provide joy and lifetime memories to kids and families, regardless of their circumstances, was in full effect this month!
These achievements would not be possible without the unwavering support of our generous community. To all of our supporters—thank you for believing in our mission, for your endless encouragement, and for being an essential part of our journey. Your contributions, whether through time, resources, or advocacy, continue to make an incredible difference.
Together, we are building a world where every child and family can experience joy and make lasting memories, no matter what challenges they may face. We look forward to sharing more moments of happiness and gratitude in the months ahead.
SO MANY MEMORIES MADE!
Everyone deserves a Happy GameDay! We would not be able to continue providing Happy GameDay experiences to these deserving kids and families without your support. If you want to be a part of our mission to provide lifetime memories to kids and families, you can make a donation by clicking the donation button on our website and on the top of this page. Also, we’d love for you to follow us on Facebook at www.facebook/happygameday.
Our September Partners:
Murphy Harpst Children’s Home
Murphy-Harpst is an independent not-for-profit organization committed to meeting the needs of abused and neglected young people through residential treatment, placements in specialized foster care, and community programs that serve at-risk youth and their families. In partnership with the United Methodist Women national office, their services are available to all children regardless of sex, race, color, or creed, and whose needs can be addressed and treated within the scope of program services. Visit them at murphyharpst.org.
Georgia Kids Belong
Georgia Kids Belong started in 2020 and is a pilot of America’s Kids Belong. Their mission is to improve the experiences and outcomes for Georgia kids in the foster care system. They have great programs to include the I Belong Project, Foster Friendly Businesses and Foster Friendly Faith Communities. To learn more about Georgia Kids Belong, visit their website at About - GA - America's Kids Belong (americaskidsbelong.org).
Bald Ridge Lodge
The mission of Bald Ridge Lodge (BRL) is to provide safe and stable support to young men in the Group Home, Independent Living Program, and Community Based Services, in a manner that nurtures the youth, strengthens healthy relationships, and aids young men in their transition to adulthood. This is accomplished through partnerships with caregivers and a community seeking to care for its own. Visit them at baldridgelodge.org
Hope 1312 Collective
At Hope 1312 Collective, they engage the church and community to enter the story of child welfare by providing tangible hope to children in hard places. Their efforts were launched in 2014 by a small group of community members, social workers, foster parents, youth pastors, and business executives who were tired of seeing kids linger in the foster care system and kids from hard places continue to struggle to find Hope. They wanted to see resources leveraged for meaningful impact, see the church truly be the church, and lives changed through an encounter with Hope. To learn more about who they are and what they do, visit their website at www.hope1312co.org.