Hands of a Warrior is a volunteer-led fundraising initiative in Andersonville, dedicated to fostering community, raising awareness for abuse victims, and supporting local resources for both adults and children in need.
OUR SUPPORT – THEIR STRENGTH
THE CITY OF ANDERSONVILLE PROUDLY PRESENTS THE
Saturday, April 19th, 2025
10:00 am-3:00 pm
Turner Field, Andersonville GA
ALL NET PROCEEDS BENEFIT:
April is Child Abuse Awareness Month
The Warrior Challenge is an adrenaline-pumping fundraising event like no other, offering a variety of challenges designed not only to test physical prowess and mental grit, but also to bring the community together in order to raise funds and awareness for organizations dedicated to providing resources to children in need.
Join us for this epic event and help us create a safer world for our youngest warriors.
NINJANATION OBSTACLE COURSE – AXE THROWING – MUD RUN – INFLATABLES FOR KIDS – FOOD TRUCKS – VENDORS – MUSIC
Admission is Free
We kindly encourage attendees to bring a donation of personal care items, clothing, socks, or other essentials to support Called to Care.
*purchase required to participate in the NinjaNation Obstacle Course competition, Axe Throwing, or Mud Run.
ACTIVITIES
RACE BEGINS AT 9:00am
LAST RUNNER MAY LEAVE BY 9:30AM
pre-registration: $20
Day-of Registration: $25
ages 10-14 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. under 10 not permitted.
AXE THROWING TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE DAY-OF FOR $10
must wear close-toed shoes
Featuring equipment designed & developed by American Ninja Warrior Geoff Britten – the first to finish all four stages of the National Finals and achieve Total Victory!
ALL DAY FUN-RUN PASSES WILL BE AVAILABLE DAY-OF FOR $10
timed team competition 10-11AM
sign up below!
Team registration open until 10:30am day-of
FOOD TRUCKS
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
PLATINUM
GOLD
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Our Other Initiatives
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Ceremony September 30th, 2023
8pm Easterlin’s Bandstand
The color purple has come to symbolize Domestic Violence Awareness Month during October, serving as a beacon of hope and support for survivors and their allies. To show our support and raise awareness, we ask our friends, local businesses, and neighbors to shine purple light bulbs on their front porches to demonstrate the power of community and solidarity.
Pick up your own purple light bulb today at the Andersonville City Office for a $6 donation. Cash and check accepted in person, or use the links below to pay online before picking up. Processing fees apply for online payments.
Volunteers prepare to deliver purple light bulbs to the residents of Andersonville 
Volunteers prepare to deliver purple light bulbs to the residents of Andersonville 
The boxes for the purple light bulbs highlight some statistics about victims of domestic violence 
The boxes for the purple light bulbs highlight some statistics about victims of domestic violence 
Sumter County Fire Department conducted free smoke alarm inspections 
Sumter County Fire Department conducted free smoke alarm inspections 
City Hall is preparing to light up purple 
City Hall is preparing to light up purple 
Flush Out Violence
Starting October 1st
– make your donations now to nominate your neighbors! –
CALL (229) 947-2305
Around Andersonville and the surrounding neighborhoods during the month of October, you’ll find purple potties making a statement in people’s yards, each one symbolizing a commitment to flush out violence from our community. Participants can donate to have these eye-catching purple potties moved from one yard to another, fostering a sense of unity as the potty travels through the community. It’s a whimsical yet powerful reminder that when we stand together against violence, we can flush it out together.
Did You Receive a Purple Potty?
Call the Purple Potty Squad at (229) 947-2305 to choose your donation level. Cash and check donations are accepted at Andersonville City Office, or use the links below to pay online. Processing fees apply for online payments.
Donations not required – potty will be removed within 3 days.
Raising Hope, One Helping Hand at a Time
Hands of a Warrior is the outreach by the Sheppard Pride Community Center Volunteers to make a profound difference in the lives of victims of abuse and other circumstances beyond their control. The Sheppard Pride Community Center was established by the City of Andersonville in 2023. With a deep commitment to provide support to vulnerable families, the Sheppard Pride Community Center volunteers organized Hands of a Warrior. We firmly believe that together, we can make a lasting impact on families in and beyond our own community, giving them a brighter, more hopeful future.
We host a variety of engaging and impactful events throughout the year, each designed to create community involvement, demonstrate solidarity, and raise essential funds for organizations and programs dedicated to helping families. By participating in our events, donors and supporters actively contribute to the wellbeing and empowerment of families, ensuring they receive the resources they need to thrive.
With every event we host, we get one step closer to a world where a lack of resources and support no longer creates victims but instead warriors, resilient and ready to conquer life’s many challenges. Stand with us, lend a hand, and be part of the change – because Hands of a Warrior is about believing in the power of collective compassion to transform lives.