A catalyst for change and meaningful growth across Sumter County.
ignite career academy
Through our partnerships, One Sumter was instrumental in creating the Ignite College and Career Academy, an institution that prepares students for the workforce and successful careers.
pineland
Bringing Pineland’s quality fiber optic broadband expansion project, funded by a $25.3 million OPB grant, will significantly enhance internet access and connectivity covering 612 miles in rural Sumter County.
Rev. Pearly Brown Music Park
Slated to contain the region’s largest outdoor amphitheater, The Rev. Pearly Brown Music Park will become a vibrant hub for arts and music for generations to come.
Community development
Hosted the Gun Violence and Community Solutions Summit which aimed to unite the community, focus on tackling systemic issues, and identify and implement positive solutions to empower and protect our youth.
our impact
Since its inception in 2014, the One Sumter Economic Development Foundation, Inc. has dedicated itself to serving as a catalyst for change throughout Sumter County. By building community collaboratives to tackle issues such as workforce development, rural broadband infrastructure, public safety, economic development, and branding – One Sumter has been able to bridge together different sectors throughout the community to work toward a common goal.
our team
Alex Saratsiotis
One Sumter Board Chairman
Accelerated Physical Therapy
Lewis Webb
One Sumter Board Vice Chair
The DGR Group
Bill Harris, Jr.
One Sumter Board Treasurer
Café Campesino
Mary Beth Brownlee
One Sumter Board Secretary
Director of One Valdosta Lowndes
Katherine Council
One Sumter Board Member
Director of Phoebe Sumter Foundation
Dr. Alex Riccardi-Turner
One Sumter Board Member
Riccardi General Dentistry
Rene Smith
One Sumter Board Member
Sumter EMC President/CEO
Tammye Pettyjohn Jones
Director of Programs
One Sumter Economic Development Foundation
give
Support our work as we strive daily towards sustainable, longterm economic and community development.
partners
FROM OUR DIRECTORS
I am driven about fostering a collaborative environment with multifaceted community partners that leverage contribution, expertise, and access to resources. The end goal is to create a healthy and sustainable ‘Thriving Community’ that is adaptable to change and fosters resilience through courageous leadership, empowerment, and the development of plans that are responsive to the needs of our community.
Tammye Pettyjohn Jones
Director of Programs, One Sumter Foundation
I’ve experienced firsthand the power of Sumter County to shape lives and create opportunity. This community has shaped me and so many others into who we are. Inspired by its legacy, I am committed to fostering meaningful relationships and uniting diverse voices. Together, through collaboration and shared purpose, we can solve our greatest challenges and build a resilient and thriving future for all who call Sumter County home.
Colton Mims
Director of Donor Relations, One Sumter Foundation