In commemoration of Veterans Day, Oglethorpe Power, Georgia Transmission, Georgia System Operations and Georgia EMC presented a $150,000 donation to the Sua Sponte Foundation, a volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to providing rapid assistance to the Rangers and families of the 1st Ranger Battalion, part of the U.S. Army's elite 75th Ranger Regiment based in Savannah, Georgia. The contribution was raised through the companies' annual Heroes Invitational Golf Tournament, a private event held in early October.

Since 9/11, the Sua Sponte Foundation has assisted Rangers and their families in times of crisis. The organization hosts and sponsors events to increase the Rangers' morale and cohesiveness, helps to renovate wounded Rangers' homes, sends care packages to deployed troops, provides financial aid for medical expenses, offers job search assistance, helps Gold Star families who have lost a loved one in military service and maintains memorial grounds dedicated to fallen warriors of the 1st Ranger Battalion.

Richard Schooley, President of the Sua Sponte Foundation, expressed his gratitude for the donation and the impact it will make. "With the generous donation from the Heroes Golf Tournament, the Sua Sponte Foundation can continue to support Rangers and their families in meaningful ways. This significant contribution will help fund the construction of a new pavilion, The Ranger Heritage Center, which aims to provide a space where Rangers can relax, unwind and foster camaraderie."

The pavilion will be built on Savannah's Hunter Army Air Base and will be used by Rangers for meetings, ceremonies and recreation. The new Ranger Heritage Center will help meet the need for mental health support, which, although not always visible, is very real for service members deployed around the world in treacherous situations.

Mike Smith, President & CEO of Oglethorpe Power, emphasized the company's dedication to supporting the veteran community. "In honor of Veterans Day tomorrow, we would like to extend our gratitude to all U.S. military veterans who have given their dedication to the cause for freedom. For 13 years, the Heroes Golf Tournament has benefited the active and veteran military community in Georgia. We are sincerely grateful for this year's golfers, donors and sponsors who helped us continue that tradition by raising $150,000 to support the meaningful efforts of the Sua Sponte Foundation."

"On Veterans Day, and every day, we're proud to recognize the dedication, service and sacrifice made by our military veterans," said Georgia Transmission President & CEO Barbara Hampton. "At Georgia Transmission, we consider it an honor that so many military veterans choose us for their civilian careers, and we appreciate the expertise and unique perspective they bring to our team. Supporting the work of the Sua Sponte Foundation through the Heroes Golf Tournament is just another opportunity we have to express our gratitude for the service and sacrifice made by servicemembers and their families."

"The Sua Sponte Foundation serves a critical purpose in assisting 75th Rangers and their families, and Georgia System Operations is proud to be able to contribute to that," said Georgia System Operations President & CEO Greg Ford. "We value the many veterans who contribute to our company's success, and we're honored to continue supporting active duty and retired service members."

"EMCs across Georgia are proud to employ Veterans who play an important role in helping provide reliable and safe electricity to millions of Georgians," said Georgia EMC President & CEO Dennis Chastain. "It's truly an honor to raise funds for our current and veteran Army Rangers who have sacrificed so much for our freedom."