Wes Sarginson has been such a blessing to "Team Memphis" and our efforts to make Memphis' future brighter. His outstanding reporting has enabled us to share Memphis' story in a very touching manner. Wes, we thank you for your generosity, your heart, and your commitment to Memphis and his family. We also thank Richard, your cameraman, for his great talent and patience in capturing such outstanding footage. You are two of "Team Memphis" greatest assets and we're honored to have you on our team!
Nina Shields, Director "Team Memphis"

BENEFIT
1St Annual “TEAM MEMPHIS” RIDE
August 4, 2007

On August 4th, 2007 the first "Team Memphis Ride" was held. Under the outstanding leadership of Jay Ballard and Paul Hinckley a fun filled motorcycle ride was held benefiting Memphis' Trust fund. This great day wouldn't have been possible without the generosity of "Tony's Bar and Grill" on Holcomb Bridge Road. Due to popular demand this will be an annual event so watch the web site for announcements regarding the next ride. A special "thank you" to the Fulton County Sheriff's Department and the Roswell Police for being such wonderful escorts and keeping everybody safe!

BENEFIT
POLO MATCH BENEFIT
September 16, 2007

Many spectators, as well as numerous TV stations and newspapers, came to experience a great day of Polo benefiting Memphis' Trust fund. Bill Houck, Manager of Brookfield Country Club was one of the key sponsors who made this event possible. Jack Cashin, owner of Chukkar Polo farm, generously donated the use of his gorgeous facility. Many volunteers from "Team Memphis" worked diligently to make this not only a very successful day but an extremely fun day! Kyle Maynard, a great inspiration and hero to all who know him, spoke and provided true hope for Memphis' future, as he has overcome incredible personal challenges and is an amazing success story.

BENEFIT
2nd Annual “TEAM MEMPHIS” RIDE
April 19, 2008

The second annual "Team Memphis" ride was once again a huge success. Jay Ballard did an incredible job of leading this effort. Both riders and spectators had a great time, topped off with a fun lunch and great entertainment at "Tony's Bar and Grill" on Holcomb Bridge Road.

Memphis and his family are thankful for the support of the wonderful friends who participated in this event.

BENEFIT
Family Fun and Concert
May 3, 2008

Meet Krista Mitchell. This 18-year old from Woodstock, Georgia, is organizing a benefit concert for Memphis as part of her High School Senior Project. Senior projects are year-long undertakings that count for 20 percent of a student's grade in the class. Students begin by selecting a hobby or career that they have an interest in. They spend the first semester writing a research paper. The second semester students select a project facilitator to act as their guide, then working with their facilitator they are required to assemble a portfolio and a presentation.

Krista chose Jay Ballard as her facilitator. She met Jay at last year's Annual “Team Memphis” Ride and that is when Memphis and his plight found a spot in her heart. She became very passionate about helping Memphis and out of this grew her idea for the benefit concert. Krista hopes to raise $10,000 to help with the Lafferty’s medical expenses. Krista’s parents, James and Dana Mitchell are very proud of their daughter’s hard work and commitment to what began as merely a school project, but has become an incredible moving force in her life as well as that of Memphis.