2025 Salute to our
Circle Fire Department Heroes
Saluda, SC

March 22, 2025


On September 27, 2024, Hurricane Helene struck our State with widespread wind damage, localized flooding and long-term electrical outages. During the early morning hours on the 27th, Chief Chad Satcher and Firefighter Landon Bodie were dispatched by 911 to provide aid to a citizen of Saluda County. While on their way to provide needed help, the cab of their Fire Truck was struck by a large falling tree. Neither man survived the impact.

These brave men leave behind a legacy of community service and love for their families and their community. Their inspiring sacrifice has led a small group of community minded First Responders and community leaders to partner together for a benefit concert and oyster roast to benefit Saluda County’s Circle Volunteer Fire Department in honor of these brave heroes. Proceeds from this event will help fund critical emergency response and safety equipment to keep our Fire Fighters and our community safe.


This event features a VIP oyster roast (VIP Tickets include Beer & Wine).

Hamburgers and hot dogs, beer, wine, soda and water will be available for purchase with a General Admission Ticket. There will also be dessert food trucks and bounce houses for the kids. We will be raffling off some great items, including a set of Michelin or BF Goodrich Tires. Live music will be provided by McKenzie Butler, Brooks Herring, Rut Spence.

Vice President of Operations David Kerr sits down with WIS News 10 in Columbia to discuss the upcoming Oyster Roast.


Thank You to Our Event Sponsors:


Event Stage Sponsor

white text on a blue background forming a company logo

Fallen Heroes Sponsors


Service Sponsors

 
 
 
 
 
 

Proud Sponsors

 
 

In-Kind Sponsors

KW Beverage | Sysco Foods | US Foods | Old Mill Brew Pub (Lexington) | Hollow Creek Distillery (Leesville)

Krafty Draft (Lexington) | Flight Deck Restaurant, Lexington | Michelin | Lake Murray Boat Club


Sponsorship Levels


Proud Sponsor - $500 (Unlimited)

  • Logo/Mention on specific event Facebook pages


Service Sponsor - $1000 (Unlimited)

  • Logo/Mention on specific event Facebook pages 

  • 2 VIP Tickets to the March 22, 2025 Event


Fallen Hero Sponsor - $2500 (Unlimited)

  • Logo/link on 9/11 Remembrance Foundation of SC webpage – scremembers911.org

  • Logo on sponsor thank you signs at the event area

  • Logo/Mention on specific event social media pages with link to company social media

  • 4 VIP Tickets to the March 22, 2025 Event


Our Bravest Sponsor - $5000 (Unlimited)

  • Logo/Mention in all event advertising and social media with link to company social media

  • Logo/link on 9/11 Remembrance Foundation of SC webpage – scremembers911.org

  • Prominent Logo Placement on all signage throughout the event area

  • 6 VIP Tickets to the March 22, 2025 Event


Stage / Oyster Roast Tent Sponsor (2) - $7,000

  • Stage Banner

  • Logo/Mention in all event advertising and social media with link to company social media

  • Logo/link on 9/11 Remembrance Foundation of SC webpage – scremembers911.org

  • Prominent Logo Placement on all signage throughout the event area

  • 8 VIP Tickets to the March 22, 2025 Event


Title Sponsor - $10,000 (1)

  • Top Logo on Stage Banner

  • Prominent Logo Placement on all signage throughout the event area

  • Sponsorship mention on Radio/Television media interviews

  • Prominent Logo/Mention in all event advertising and social media

  • Logo/link on 9/11 Remembrance Foundation of SC webpage – scremembers911.org

  • 12 VIP Tickets to the March 22, 2025 Event

Donate Here

Contact Information

For more details on sponsoring this benefit event, please contact:

  • David Kerr: (803) 834-9089 or email at 911remembrancesc@gmail.com

  • Michelle Sarokas: (803) 920-6638 or email at msarokas@synovus.com

    Checks payable to:
    9/11 Remembrance Foundation of South Carolina – Memo: Circle FD Heroes
    or ACH Transfer by request.

911 Remembrance Foundation of SC - TAX ID - 82-3774194