Keeping Our Community Afloat (in Style!)

Our local non-profits and charitable organizations are where many turn when they are struggling to keep their heads above water, and act as our buoys. In the same way, these organizations need our support through giving and volunteerism to keep them afloat and able to render aid. In this month’s issue, we’re sharing stories about local organizations and the services they provide, as well as the ways you can assist them through volunteer opportunities and/or donations. For our fashion feature, shot by Annaliese Kondo, individuals from several local nonprofit organizations model seasonal styles from local retailers while enjoying an evening cruise we arranged with Legacy Charters aboard the Edmond Dantes. You can learn more about the non-profits they represent in the CommUNITY Connections directory.

Whether Chandra Kendall is picking up t-shirts, corralling volunteers, or soliciting donations for Coastal Georgia Honor Flight or fostering and finding homes for dogs to assist No Kill Glynn County, husband Steve, an award-winning member of the Coastal Photographers’ Guild, is an active partner and often lends his skill behind the lens to the cause. Here, on the bow of the Edmond Dantes, they wear casual fashion from Gentlemen’s & Lady Outfitters. Chandra’s gingham top is by Duffield Lane, cropped stretch denim jeans by Onekama, and Flow Otter shoes by Naked Feet. Steve is in a Southern Tide shirt, True performance quarter zip jacket, five pocket khakis, and Mako 2 shoes by Sperry.

Sarah and Justin Callaway are all about energizing this community. She is one of the women spearheading the Kids Port Museum project, while he has taken the helm at the United Way. Planters Exchange apparel and accessories are perfect for these two, from head to toe. Sarah is in a Finley blouse with blue and white topper by Caroline Grace, Lysse jeans and Stazzema shoes by L’Amour Des Pieds. Justin’s plaid shirt is by Bugatchi, jeans are Charisma Denim by 34 Heritage, leather belt and shoes are by Martin Dingman.

Passion fuels the charitable work done by Thea and Lucas Ramirez. Lucas is well-known as the head of The Gathering Place, and Thea is doing amazing work leveraging technology to help match children and families with Adoption-Share. The houndstooth Jude Connally dress Thea wears is from Allie Harper, while her Landon Pewter shoes, pearl earrings and gold necklace with pearl drop are available at Shackelford Shoes. Lucas looks sharp in a plaid shirt with contrast cuffs by Bullington and khaki shorts by Byron Nelson also available at Bullington.

Jack and Jeanne Earle McConnell are movers and shakers when it comes to charity work! Jack is Secretary of the International Seafarers Center Board of Directors and he and Jeanne Earle are co-presidents of the Board for Friends of Hofwyl-Broadfield Plantation. Jack sports an FX Fusion Coral shirt and Byron Nelson shorts with crocodile belt while toting a Vaquette leather duffle, all from Bullington. Jeanne Earle wears Marble cotton sweater and Krazy Larry pants accented with necklace and earrings by John Michael Richardson available at Maggie’s Boutique. Her shoes are from Shackelford.

Camp Connect’s Suzanne Akins and First Tee of Golden Isles Program Director Tammy Palmer is ready “fore” some fun! Suzanne wears an olive Featherweight dress from Tibi, accessorized by gold hoop earrings, Landon pewter shoes and sunglasses from Shackelford Shoes. Tammy’s Arya print dress is also from Tibi, and her shoes, sunglasses, gold and pearl earrings, acrylic and gold bracelet are available at Shackelford Shoes.

Thomas and Claire Bryan are ready for UGA Game Day. When Thomas isn’t rooting for the Bulldogs, you might find him out hunting with some hounds as part of the Coastal Georgia chapter of Ducks Unlimited. Claire helps the American Cancer Society Victory Board in its hunt for a cure. Thomas’ UGA golf shirt, UGA belt, and Byron Nelson shorts from Bullington are sure to be seasonal island favorites. Claire wears Krazy Larry pants with a fun patterned tank by iguana that can be paired with complementing over-shirts and jackets for a great layered look in cooler weather, available at Maggie’s Boutique.

You’ve got a friend in Bess Thompson and Lucy Thomas. Among other charitable endeavors, Bess is a member of the Board of Directors for Friends of Fort Frederica, while Lucy is Board President. They look ready for an oyster roast in clothing and accessories from Planters Exchange. Bess is in a Chic Cape by Planet, scarf, sweater, black Lysse pants, with Jigsaw Serpens shoes by FSNY. Lucy wears a Lea blouse by Hinson Wu with a black sweater and a cropped asymmetrical jacket by Planet, Lysse Laura leggings, and Carmel sneakers by Paul Green.

Tye Pipkin and Kyajuana Gilbert shine brightly for STAR Foundation, where he is on the Board of Directors and she is the Executive Director. Tye’s fall ensemble includes an Onward Reserve shirt, Southern Tide sweater, jeans, and Cole Haan shoes, all available at Gentlemen’s & Lady Outfitters. You’ll find Kyajuana’s earth-toned sweater with gold thread by Planet, tyler böe blouse, and complementing pants at Ronne’s on Market Street.

To enjoy your own outing on this lovely luxury yacht, contact Legacy Charters SSI at 912.357.3550. Thanks for helping us cruise along in style!