Inaugural Epoch Missions Gala Celebrats Innovative Global Initiatives

Oct. 12, 2011 - PRLog -- On October 24, people from around the world will gather at Atlanta’s iconic Fox Theatre for the black tie Epoch Missions Gala, a chance to recognize and celebrate the past, present, and future of missions.  Presenters include regular CNN contributor, Jon Acuff; author of “The Scent of Water”, Naomi Zacharias; Atlanta musician, Aaron Keyes;  and Founder/General Counsel of National Christian Foundation, Bill High.  A special performance by the Light the World Parade and Atlanta Jungle Boogie Crew, who appeared on America’s Best Dance Crew will conclude the gala.

$50,000 will be awarded during the evening to individuals and organizations dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others.  Over 400 nominations from 25 countries recognized change agents who address a wide range of social issues including poverty, water advocacy, HIV/AIDS, sex trafficking, discipleship, homelessness, and church planting.   Award finalists range from local organizations such as Atlanta’s own Beltline Bike Shop as they connect underserved children with community service and a chance to earn a bike to global outreaches like Trash Mountain, which aids the impoverished people living in the garbage dumps around the world.

Tickets to the Epoch Missions Gala are $150 each.  Tickets to the post-gala VIP Party at the Livingston Restaurant + Bar are available for $50.  Guests who purchase 10 or more tickets to the Gala will receive two tickets to the VIP event.  Visit www.epochmissionsgala.com to purchase tickets, make a contribution, and to learn more.

Finalists Honored in Six Categories
A team of industry leaders reviewed each nomination to determine award finalists in the following six areas:  Innovative Start-Up, Restoring Places, Outstanding Work in the Lives of Individuals, Collaborative Project, Creativity, and People’s Choice.

Partners & Supporters
Some of the organizations who have made the Epoch Missions Gala possible include Adventures in Missions, The Walt Disney Company, Plywood People, 316 Networks, Awana Lifeline, Men’s Wearhouse, Northwestern Mutual, Comfort Suites, An Affair to Remember, Sugar Hill Church, LawrenceInk, and the National Christian Foundation.