2025 Hometown Hero Appreciation Luncheon Presented by Piedmont Athens Regional

It's the 10th Anniversary of the chamber's Annual Hometown Hero Appreciation Luncheon! The Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce, presenting sponsor Piedmont Athens Regional, and the entire community look forward to honoring all Jackson County Public Safety Agencies at the luncheon each and every year.
This is an appreciation event allowing the opportunity for the business community to show gratitude and to Jackson County first responders.

Last year's luncheon sold out and registration closed early. Please don't wait to register! Secure your seat, sponsorship, or table today!

Scroll down to see some pictures from last year's event!

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This annual appreciation luncheon honors and celebrates those who put their lives on the line every day, Jackson County's first responders. All Jackson County first responders are invited to attend for free and enjoy lunch and a guest speaker. See registration information below.

We want to make the business community and general public aware of this event and ask that you consider joining us to support our nine municipalities and county emergency personnel. Tickets are $50.00 per person, or a table of eight can be purchased. There are also sponsorship opportunities. Thank you for your consideration to support these critical agencies and professionals who give so much so that we may all enjoy the community we love. See registration information below.

Registration for Jackson County First Responders

All Jackson County first responders are invited to attend, free of charge but we need to know you're coming so that we can save you a plate and a seat! Register one of two ways:

Register by emailing your name(s) and department to Melissa Britt at mbritt@jacksoncountyga.com. OR
Register by clicking the green "Register Now" button at the top right. If you do not have a member log-in, use the "not a member" selection to register.

For assistance or questions, please contact Melissa Britt at 706-387-0300 or mbritt@jacksoncountyga.com.

Registration for general admission seats, table purchases and sponsorships
General Admission (open to the public) - Come show your support to your county's first responders! Please register by clicking the green register button at the top right.

Sponsorships

Sponsorships help make this event possible. Register for sponsorships by clicking the green register button at the top right. SEE ALL SPONSOR LEVELS AND BENEFITS.
Don't miss the opportunity to show your support and appreciation to our local public safety professionals in Jackson County.

Benefactor at $1,500 – multiple sponsorships available
Partner at $1,200 – multiple sponsorships available
Supporter at $850 – multiple sponsorships available
Table Sponsor at $500 – multiple sponsorships available
Up to four seats are available to table sponsor representatives.
Advocate at $300 – multiple sponsorships available

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Date and Time

Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM EDT

Tuesday, August 26, 2025
11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Location

Jefferson Civic Center
65 Kissam Street
Jefferson, GA 30549

65 Kissam Street Jefferson GA 30549

Fees/Admission

Jackson County First responders - FREE

General Admission for all other attendees
$50 - Chamber Members
$60 - Non-Members

***Sponsorships are non-refundable. For general admission/tickets, due to catering guarantees and other event costs, refunds and/or credits are not given for this event unless a cancellation is made 5 business days prior to the day of the event. Registrations are transferable for this event. On the day of the event, the substitute attendee must check in with the name of the attendee he or she is replacing. No refunds or credits will be made after the event.

Website

http://www.jacksoncountyga.com