Beasley Allen will be the presenting sponsor for the Third Annual “Rally in the Alley” event to be held on August 11, 2011. This event signals the kickoff of the 2011 United Way Campaign and is a chance for many of its 48 agencies to showcase their programs and services. Additionally, EMERGE Montgomery uses this as a time to get involved with a community project, which will be announced at the event. EMERGE Montgomery is a program of Leadership Montgomery in partnership with the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce, which provides an opportunity for young professionals to connect with each other and the community.

Rally in the Alley will also feature live music, and participating restaurants will provide food and drink specials throughout the evening. Commemorative T-shirts and cups will be distributed at the event, which is free and open to the public. United Way agencies scheduled to be available at Rally in the Alley are: Autauga Family Support Center; Family Sunshine Center; SayNO; Child Protect; Sickle Cell Foundation; Brantwood Children’s Home; Mental Health America; Children’s Center of Montgomery; Salvation Army; Gift of Life; Lighthouse Counseling Center; M.A.R.C.; and American Red Cross.

Hopefully, lots of folks will attend this event, which should be a fun time for all. It’s a good way to find out how we all can get involved with our community by donating to the United Way and volunteering our time with one of these worthwhile programs. For more information about the River Region United Way, or to donate online, visit their website at riverregionunitedway.org.