The Chauncey Davis Foundation Honors Community Leaders At Mercedes- Benz of Buckhead Event

Atlanta Falcons Defensive End Chauncey Davis, joined by nearly 300 guests, honored five distinguished leaders for their work in serving the greater Atlanta community during a special fundraiser on April 14, at Mercedes- Benz of Buckhead. Baranco Automotive Group founders Greg & Juanita Baranco, Vice President and General Manager of McDonald's USA Harry Coaxum, President/CEO of The Georgia Lottery Corporation Margaret DeFrancisco and Grammy-award winning artist and founder of Big Kidz Foundation Antwan "Big Boi" Patton were named the "2010 Champions For A Cause" and honored during the Chauncey Davis Foundation's fundraising event. Radio personality Rashan Ali served as Mistress of Ceremonies. Sean & Lisa Lynch served as honorary chairs for the inaugural event. 

"Each year, the Chauncey Davis Foundation works to impact lives through grassroots programs and interactive projects. After my mother lost her leg due to complications associated with diabetes, I wanted to make a difference that would not only educate young people but also save and change lives," said Davis, who started the foundation in 2007. "Each one of our honorees has made a difference in the community in various ways. Our event honored their commitment to providing educational opportunities, increasing awareness and impacting the lives of future generations."

The private event drew a number of notables, professional athletes and business leaders including: Atlanta Falcons John Abraham, Atlanta Falcons Jonathan Babineaux, Atlanta Falcons Jamaal Anderson, Atlanta Falcons Kroy Bierman, DeKalb County Commissioner Lee May, former DeKalb County CEO Vernon Jones, actress Terri Vaughn, former Atlanta Falcons Ed Hartwell, Real Housewives of Atlanta's Lisa Wu Hartwell, former Atlanta Falcons Bob Whitfield, Donald Trump Apprentice's Marshawn Evans, Tyler Perry Studios' Roger Bob, Meet The Browns' Logan Browning, rapper Young Joc, 95.5 The Beat's Murph Dawg, first-round draft prospect Dakoda Watson and more.

Event sponsors included: Georgia Power, Mercedes Benz of Buckhead, McDonald's, Tara Fine Jewelry, Atlanta Falcons Jamaal Anderson, BB&T, Grey Goose, Singleton Marine Group, Kingsman Media Group, SunTrust Bank, Stone Mountain Chrysler Jeep Dodge, Salvatore Ferragamo-Lenox Mall, Nike Store- Lenox Mall, Atlanta Falcons Harry Douglas, Mr.& Mrs. Matthew Reilly, Mist Water and Storage World.

Proceeds from the fundraiser will support various Chauncey Davis Foundation programs. To join the foundation as a 2010 program sponsor or for more information, please contact Nicoma Wood at 404-293-0946 or email chaunceydavisfoundation@gmail.com. Event photos can be accessed here. View a video highlight of the event on YouTube.