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We will never forget: September 11 Event Followup

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Representatives of America's Finest first responders come out to receive support during the September 11 remembrance event. Photo courtesy of Erica McCurdy.

The City of Peachtree Corners held a memorial event and fundraiser on September 11 to support Tunnels to Towers, a non-profit that helps survivors of the World Trade Center tragedy. Roughly one hundred people were in attendance at the Peachtree Corners Town Green where the event was held.

GA House Representative Candidate Erica McCurdy (Middle) smiles with a group of first responders. Photo courtesy of Erica McCurdy.

Here is a comprehensive list of the dedicated people and groups that made the event a success:

Organizing Committee:

Erica McCurdy, John Doris, Vinny Vitale

Volunteers: 

Susan Albright, John and Judy Vail, Anna Niziol

Sponsors:

Fire and Stone Pizza Kitchen – Lunch for all First Responders and Pizza Tasting for the Community

ID Lighting – 24-hour Light Display and Slide Show

Eden’s Flowers – Memorial Wreath

Peachtree Corners Business Association – Sponsorship Funding and A/V

McCurdy Solutions Group – Organizing Assistance and Funding

Buff City Soap – Gifts for First Responders

Guest Speakers:

Pastor DA Williams, Laura Godfrey, Major Edward Restrepo, Chief Deputy Lou Solis, Mayor Mike Mason

(Left) State Senator Sheikh Rahman and GA House Representative Beth Moore (Right). Photo courtesy of Beth Moore.

Attendees of note included Erica McCurdy, Candidate for Georgia State House District 95, as well as the incumbent for the same seat, Beth Moore. State Senator Sheikh Rahman also attended. The community raised $508 in the fundraiser.

Source: Erica McCurdy- McCurdySolutions.com

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