On April 16, 2019, Dave Lake, WRUU Program Manager, received a $500 Community Grant from the Savannah Downtown Neighborhood Association. The grant will be used to purchase equipment for the WRUU studio, which will improve the quality of our broadcast. Details below

On April 16, 2019, Dave Lake, WRUU Program Manager, received a $500 Community Grant from the Savannah Downtown Neighborhood Association. “Each year, the DNA bestows grants to community organizations that have an impact on the greater downtown area, particularly those that help or enrich the residential quality of life.” said Melinda Allen, president of the DNA.

The grant will be used to purchase equipment for the WRUU studio, which will improve the quality of our broadcast.

In the photo L-R, DNA’s President Melinda Allen, Dave Lake WRUU’s Program Manager.

Each year, the DNA bestows grants to community organizations that have an impact on the greater downtown area, particularly those that help or enrich the residential quality of life. Each recipient goes through an application process and before the DNA Board of Directors for selection.

“Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in the Historic Landmark District, protect Savannah’s unique downtown environment, and advocate public policies which support these objectives,” said Melinda Allen, president of the DNA.

The funds for the grants are raised each year through the DNA’s Holiday Tour of Homes and Inns. Members and supporters of the DNA open their homes and inns for visitors to tour and learn about architecture, home décor, and the history and culture of the South. Close to a hundred volunteers supported the day-long event held last December. The DNA sold more than 800 tickets and raised $45,000 from the event. With two-thirds going to grants, the additional $10,000 will support community initiatives that address livability issues for downtown residents