SPJ Georgia will hold its 4th annual Sip & Share fund-raiser on Saturday, Aug. 1, in Atlanta’s South Downtown district. Allison Entrekin, editor-in-chief of Atlanta Magazine, will be the emcee.
Reconnect with colleagues, expand your professional network, have a fun evening with fellow media professionals — and support a good cause.
This signature fundraising event supports SPJ Georgia’s mission to strengthen journalism, promote press freedom and ethical storytelling, and invest in the next generation of media professionals. Tickets are $50 per person.
The event is 7- 9 p.m. at Ohio River South (235 Mitchell St. SW , Ste 400, Atlanta, GA 30303). The spacious loft is located on Hotel Row, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy the wine, charcuterie, raffle drawings and plenty of opportunities to network in a relaxed atmosphere.
Get your tickets now! Whether you’d like to join us or donate a ticket to support journalism, we look forward to connecting with you!
Sip & Share 2025 photos:
A drawing was held for door prizes, which were donated by a number of businesses and individuals. 
SPJ Vice President Genelle Williams (left) and President Katja Ridderbusch welcome the guests. 
10% of the proceeds raised went to the scholarship fund at Savannah State University’s Department of Journalism and Mass Communications. 
The event was held at Emma James at Savannah Harbor. 
Special guest Kathryn Wagner, editor-in-chief of Savannah Magazine, addresses the group. 
Board members of SPJ Georgia (from left) are Benjamin Grady, Susanna Capelouto, Sabriya Rice, Katja Ridderbusch, Laura Downey and Genelle Williams. Not pictured are Rachel Spooner, Mitch Leff and Mark Woolsey. 
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