Georgia Power employees raise funds for virtual Relay for Life

Georgia Power employee Chris Newton participates in the virtual 5K for Relay for Life. Participants ran or walked the distance at their own time and pace to raise money for cancer research.

Georgia Power employee Chris Newton participates in the virtual 5K for Relay for Life. Participants ran or walked the distance at their own time and pace to raise money for cancer research.

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic keeping most Georgia Power employees working remotely, the Citizens of Georgia Power volunteer chapter from corporate headquarters held a virtual 5K race to support the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life campaign, according to a press release.

Thirty-three Georgia Power employees participated in the virtual race and together raised $1,160 to benefit cancer research and resources in the metro area. In past years, the volunteer chapter has participated in the local Relay events and held fundraisers by selling crafts, games, snacks and drinks.

The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life is an annual event that supports patients and research in the fight against cancer, including programs and screening.

The virtual event is still going on.

The American Cancer Society’s FUNdraising App makes it easy to register, accept donations, and beat your Relay For Life fundraising goals.

Top features include:

- Easy sign-up for new and returning participants

- Tracking your goals and progress

- Safe, simple, and secure donations through check, card, PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay

Download the FUNdraising Mobile App today!

App Store: mobileacs.org/FUNdraising_iOS

Google Play: mobileacs.org/FUNdraising_Android

Information: relalyforlife.org