ECHL Atlanta Gladiators

Gladiators Fundraiser Program Generates Over $45,000

Published on July 8, 2010 under ECHL (ECHL)
Atlanta Gladiators News Release


The Gwinnett Gladiators fundraiser program in conjunction with Peggy Slappey Properties will again be available to local organizations in North Georgia for fundraising efforts during the Gladiators 2010-2011 season.

"We are excited to be involved again this season with the fundraiser program," said Peggy Slappey. "It is extremely rewarding to hear about all the ways that the program has touched many local groups on a very personal level."

Last season, the Gladiators Peggy Slappey Properties Fundraisers helped generate over $45,000 in charitable contributions for local organizations in North Georgia. Over 50 area church groups, local schools and PTAs as well as non profit groups took advantage of the program to raise money for their respective organizations.

"The Gladiators Fundraiser program is a great way for local groups and organizations to come together for an entertaining event socially while at the same time raising money for their group or cause," said Slappey.

It is easy for organizations to participate in the Gladiators Fundraising Program. Groups have the opportunity to sell a day-of-game regularly priced $18 Premium Level Ticket for just $15 and receive $5 from every ticket sold for their group. Gladiators representative are also available to assist and help the groups with their fundraising efforts.

"With many organizations and groups experiencing budget cuts, we are looking to see the Gladiators Fundraising program grow," said Slappey. "It's just a great easy way for organizations in North Georgia to raise some additional funds."

The Gwinnett Gladiators open the 2010-11 season on the road before returning home to host the South Carolina Stingrays on Friday, October 22nd at 7:35 p.m. The Gladiators are the AA affiliate of the Atlanta Thrashers and play all home games at the 11,355-seat Arena at Gwinnett Center, located just off I-85 on Sugarloaf Parkway in Duluth.





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