The Salvation Army Sapulpa Women’s Auxiliary is preparing for the Great Futures Gala set for Thursday, April 7, at Camp Loughridge 4900 W. 71st St. Dinner will begin at 6 p.m. followed by presentations beginning at 6:30 p.m. This annual event benefits The Salvation Army Creek County Boys & Girls Club including the youth members, senior members and social services programs.
Special guest Steve August will entertain as this year’s speaker. August is a former TU Alumnus and NFL player. He was the 14th player chosen in the first round of the 1977 NFL draft by the Seattle Seahawks. His career spanned nine years in the NFL, with almost eight years in Seattle.
August started more games at right offensive tackle than any other player in that position in Seahawk history at 90 games. He was traded to his hometown team, the Pittsburgh Steelers, midway through his eighth year, then finished his career with the NewYork Jets. August was a Third Team All American at the University of Tulsa. He now works as a Financial Advisor at Financial Planning Resources in Tulsa. August resides in Tulsa with his wife Kellie and his two sons Matt and Seth.
Longtime supporter Lon T. Jackson will receive special recognition for almost 70 years as a volunteer for The Salvation Army. Mr. Jackson has been ringing the kettle bells almost every winter for several decades helping to raise unknown amounts. One of his first endeavors was to raise funds for local children who wanted to join the summer program but the families could not afford it. This is an opportunity children have been given each year thanks to donors and supporters like Jackson.
All proceeds from this event directly benefit the Creek County Boys & Girls Club special projects including: summer camp scholarships, membership scholarships, emergency facility needs, community financial utility assistance, emergency financial assistance and the Christmas Toy Program.
Sponsor tables are currently available ranging from $750 to $5,000. Contact Cathy Carletti-DuPriest at 918-671-6347 for more information, tickets or sponsor opportunities. You may also reserve a table in person by visiting the Creek County Boys & Girls Club, 1721 South Hickory, Sapulpa, OK, 74067.
Comprised of nine local facilities, The Salvation Army Tulsa Area Command includes the Center of Hope shelter and social services center and six local Boys & Girls Clubs, including Sapulpa.
Our mission is to meet human needs of those who need it the most without discrimination. Help us support those in need with a text message, text TULSA to 85944 to make a $10 gift that will be used in the area with the most need. The Salvation Army is a proud partner agency of Tulsa Area United Way.
