As a cornerstone event for the Elberta community, the Elberta German Sausage Festival is held twice a year to raise funds for the Town of Elberta Fire Department. In addition to directly supporting the fire department, festival proceeds also benefit the community through benevolent initiatives and other fundraising activities. The festival further extends its impact by offering local non-profits a valuable opportunity to participate and raise money for their own causes. Proceeds are also used to ensure the festival's continued operation and improvement.
The Elberta German Sausage Festival is operated by Elberta Volunteer Fire Department, Inc., which is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization registered in the State of Alabama. The organization operates separately from both the Town of Elberta and the Town of Elberta Volunteer Fire Department. The Board of Directors for Elberta Volunteer Fire Department, Inc. consists of the following individuals:
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Seth Fuller
Chairman
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Frank Stewart
Deputy Chairman/Secretary
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Charlie Haupt
Treasurer
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Tyler O'Neal
Sponsorships
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Randy O'Neal
Personnel