The Blackshear Exchange Club was honored to have former District 10 Director and past President of the Exchange Club of Waycross Roger Collins install this year’s new officers.
Officers include Stacey Thrift, president, Chris Shimkus, past president and new secretary, Katrina Cone, president-Elect and Renee Choate and Nick Roberson, board members.
Officers not present were Treasurer Jennifer Martin and board members Stephen James, Merina Spell, Teresa Murphy and Kim Williamson.
The Exchange Club has four pillars of service: prevention, Americanism, youth and community.
The club works with National Exchange and local organizations to inform the general public about child abuse prevention. The club donates time, service and funds to non-profit organizations to help educate and prevent child abuse.
The club’s Americanism of service promotes pride in our country, appreciation for the freedoms granted to American citizens and gratitude to the men and women who serve/have served in the Armed Forces. Americanism celebrates the country’s rich, unique heritage and inspires unity from coast to coast.
To support youth, the club awards college scholarships, provides mentoring and guidance as well as service recognition in order to make a difference for our youngest generations.
For the local community, the club’s long tradition of community service allows the organization to identify opportunities within their communities and offer assistance to fill gaps in services.
For more information on how to join the Exchange Club, please call 912-548-7401 or 912-2868444. Also, see our Facebook page for more information.
