Where Community and
Conservation Meet
Beyond his accomplishments on the football field, Allen Bailey will be remembered for the lives he touched through his commitment to his hometown and community. Through the Allen Bailey Foundation, Allen turned his success into an opportunity to give back to the people and places that helped shape him.
His love for Sapelo Island and coastal Georgia remained central to his identity. Through his foundation and community partnerships, Allen supported efforts to strengthen Sapelo and create opportunities for young people while honoring the island’s history, culture, and traditions.
Visit The Foundation by clicking on the button below.
Friends of Sapelo is a volunteer-led nonprofit dedicated to preserving the natural and cultural heritage of Georgia’s Sapelo Island. Through stewardship, research, education, and outreach, we work alongside the Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, and the local community to safeguard this unique coastal ecosystem.
Join us to serve, learn, and take action—connecting with Sapelo Island while helping to protect its future.
December 3–5, 2026
Join the Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve as we celebrate 50 years of research, education, conservation, partnership, and coastal stewardship.
This three-day gathering will bring together scientists, historians, community members, current and former Reserve staff, partners, and friends of Sapelo to reflect on SINERR’s history, explore the work that has shaped our understanding of Georgia’s coast, and look ahead to the Reserve’s next 50 years.
This event requires registration and tickets, as space is limited!
Volunteer
On Sapelo, there’s always something to do! Friends play a key role in keeping the island’s facilities and natural spaces in great shape. Whether you’re passionate about gardening, enjoy working with your hands, or love exploring nature, there’s a project for you!
Join us
Together, we can protect Sapelo Island for future generations. Membership is open to everyone. You don't need to live near the coast—our members come from across Georgia, the United States and even abroad.
About Us
Friends of Sapelo is a non-profit committed to supporting research, education, and outreach on Georgia’s iconic Sapelo Island, home to the Sapelo Island National Estuarine Research Reserve. Learn more.