Pepsi
reaches out to troops and their families stationed
throughout the world and supports programs which
recognize the contributions that these US Military
servicemembers provide.
Volunteers
“Inspire by Example
Pepsi-Cola
has supported Volunteer Recognition Ceremonies for
more than five years and recognizes the countless
hours that these invaluable military servicemembers
and their families contribute to their military
communities.
Christina Callaghan, the Installation
Volunteer Coordinator, stated, “The Commercial
Sponsors’ prizes and products contributed to the
success of the event.
The Pepsi sodas and the Pepsi prizes were a
big hit. The donations we received were fantastic. Without them there would have been no giveaways for the
volunteers of the year. The door prizes and the
Volunteer Stress Kits on the tables were a huge
success. All attendees walked away with something be
it large or small!”
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Christina
Callahan, the event coordinator, has outdone
herself once again and hosted more than 700
Volunteers and their guests. |
The
Volunteer Theme:
Inspire
by Example! |
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Volunteers
entered the Patrick Henry Village Grand
Ballroom, where all seats were filled, with
standing room only.
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As each
volunteer entered and registered for the
event, their first Welcome was brought to them
by Pepsi-Cola.
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The
volunteers would all leave with something in
their hands. Their Stress Packs recognized
their unselfish commitments.
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The
evening’s entertainment involved the USAREUR
Choir and sang modern and upbeat songs in
tribute to the Volunteers.
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The
US Flag was carried and part of the opening
ceremonies and was carried by the local girl
scout unit.
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The Pepsi
display was set up at the entrance of the
event, which allowed people to sign up for
MilitaryPartners Win Big on the Web
sweepstakes.
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A
table was inserted at the front of the
Ballroom and Pepsi was in the center of the
display.
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Volunteers
registering for the Win Big on the Web Entry
forms and entering into the $50.00 AE Express
Gift Voucher which was given out during the
evening.
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Volunteers
sign up for prizes and catch a refreshing
Pepsi along the way.
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Enjoying a
fresh Pepsi-Cola!
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Volunteers
sign up for prizes.
A night to remember…
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Here’s to
Pepsi and bringing smiles to volunteers of all
ages.
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Sponsorship
of Volunteer Ceremonies
Princess Burke, Mannheim Special Event
Coordinator, stated that the combined
Mannheim/Darmstadt Volunteer Ceremony was a huge
success due to the support of Pepsi.
The American Express gift vouchers were part
of an overall event raffle and all attendees enjoyed
a refreshing Pepsi.
Ms. Burke stated “these gifts combined with
AAFES’ Inspire by Example cake recognized the
importance of Volunteers and their contributions
that they make.”
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Some
local Volunteers gather to take part in this
special recognition ceremony!
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The
on-going Volunteer Theme:
Inspire
by Example! |
In
Recognition of the Volunteers from Mannheim and
Darmstadt, including family members, civilians, and
retirees.
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An
occasion to enjoy for the young and their
families.
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Again, standing
room only, in this recognized annual event.
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And
the youngest of them all, posing for a Pepsi
moment!
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The
festivities continued throughout and Stuttgart
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Stuttgart
recognizing the importance of the sponsor
contributions! |
Getting
ready for a night of Recognition.
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The Volunteer Ceremonies are important
programs in the military communities. They help to
ease the assignments of an overseas deployment.
Christina Callaghan mentioned that “the
Volunteer Recognition Programs continue to depend on
donations and sponsorships and look forward to
maintaining the good relationship the Volunteer
Office has with local private organizations and
businesses.”
Thanks to Pepsi Cola and other commercial
sponsors, these Volunteers could receive the
recognition and praise that they deserve.
Each year the programs get larger and larger
and through the initiatives of commercial sponsors,
the events provide incentives to increase the
awareness, attendance and participation of the
military Installation Volunteer Programs.
On
behalf of the Volunteer Coordinators, we sincerely
thank Pepsi for all of its support!
Cheers
to Pepsi!
The
US Air Force hosted its annual “Get Active”
program
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The
Air Force Hosted its annual “Get Active”
event and brought out children and adults
alike.
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The Pepsi
blow-up lemons were a huge hit and gave lots
of sunshine to the event.
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The
Pepsi display created additional excitement
and was displayed prominently at the event.
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The Pepsi Blue
Cans were a novelty and participants were
asking about the new flavored beverage.
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Gathering
around and getting active
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Signing up for
Win Big on the Web and to win the $50.00 AE
gift voucher.
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Quenching
this young participants thirst.
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The Runners are
approaching the finish line!
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The lucky draw
for the $50.00 gift certificate.
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Mannheim
Albert Schweitzer Basketball Tournament
The Albert Schweitzer Basketball Tournament,
celebrating more than 20 years since its inception
to bring countries together.
During the Cold war, this tournament proved
to be invaluable in bringing eastern countries
closer to the west, through a basketball
championship event that took place on Mannheim’s
US Military Fenley Barracks.
The program drew thousands of spectators;
both military and civilians to watch the worlds’
best compete for the Globe. MilitaryPartners,
together with Pepsi’s generous support, made this
event unforgettable for the US community’s
involvement and provided refreshments to
servicemembers and their families.
Moreover, the monies generated from the sale
of the Pepsi helped to underwrite the cost of the
program, which brought in needed revenue to the
local Non-appropriated instrumental fund.
Albert
Schweitzer Game Series
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The
Radio Interview helped increase the awareness
of this important program.
The Pepsi gift voucher was a huge
listening draw.
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A lucky fan to
cheer on the US team to victory.
Unfortunately, the Chinese defeated
them.
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The
game takes full force on the basketball floor.
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AFN stayed on
and continued to cheer on the US team and give
prizes away.
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More
excitement as the tournament progresses.
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The US ID
cardholders entered into the drawing and
display at the entrance of the arena.
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The Pepsi
display in the front entrance tent was a draw
and a success in getting people to sign up and
win the offered prizes.
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Thanks
to Pepsi the “Friendship through Sports” Albert
Schweitzer Tournament was a success and enjoyed by
all.
Here’s
to the USA
4th
of July Celebrations
Benjamin
Franklin Village
Each year, the Benjamin Franklin Village 4th
of July gets larger and larger.
MilitaryPartners chose to support this
program due to its size, troop and family volume and
overall program offerings.
More than 3,000 people showed up during the
5-day long festivities. In addition to the on-site
prominent Pepsi display at the US concession stand,
radio interviews took place that mentioned Pepsi’s
giveaways and support of the US Military.
Please see tape recording of the July 2nd
recording
Mannheim
4th of July Schedule
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Families
enjoying the fest and a Pepsi to round off
their meals.
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The entry box,
giving away $50.00 Pepsi gift voucher, at the
concession stand drew a lot of attention.
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