Ole Smoky Donates to Friends of the Smokies for Fourth Consecutive Year

On November 8th, 2024, Ole Smoky Distillery announced a $115,000 donation to Friends of the Smokies.

This non-profit supports the National Park Service in its efforts to conserve and protect the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited national park in the U.S. This marks the fourth consecutive year that Ole Smoky has contributed to the organization, bringing the total amount donated to Friends of the Smokies to $340,000 so far.

Ole Smoky Distillery has been a dedicated long-time supporter of Friends of the Smokies, which inspired the 2021 release of their Limited Edition ‘Friends of the Smokies Blackberry Moonshine,’ a product created to aid in the preservation of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. In addition to this, Ole Smoky contributes staff for volunteer days within the park and sponsors the organization’s annual events and community initiatives. The $115,000 donation comes from proceeds raised through event sponsorships and the sale of specialty jars at all four Ole Smoky distilleries throughout the year. To mark the occasion, a check presentation was held at The Barn, Ole Smoky’s Distillery in Pigeon Forge, celebrating the charitable act.

“We are so grateful for this donation from Ole Smoky, a business that is both deeply rooted in the Great Smoky Mountains and generously supports the care of our treasured National Park,” said Dana Soehn, President and CEO of Friends of the Smokies.

“Ole Smoky is deeply honored to support our neighbors in East Tennessee and give back to the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains, especially as they face remaining challenges from natural forces like Hurricane Helene this year,” said Robert Hall, CEO of Ole Smoky Distillery.

“Making a difference in the region that shaped our heritage is a privilege, and we’re grateful for the continued support from our fans, whose love for our ‘Friends of the Smokies’ Blackberry Moonshine helps preserve this cherished landmark for future generations.”

The Limited-Edition Commemorative Ole Smoky ‘Friends of the Smokies’ Blackberry Moonshine can be purchased at Ole Smoky’s distilleries in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Nashville. For more information on how to support the Great Smoky Mountains National Park after Hurricane Helene, visit www.friendsofthesmokies.org.

About Friends of the Smokies

Friends of Great Smoky Mountains National Park assist the National Park Service in its mission to preserve and protect the Great Smoky Mountains National Park by raising funds and public awareness and providing volunteers for needed projects. For more information, visit www.friendsofthesmokies.org.

About Ole Smoky® Distillery LLC

Ole Smoky is the first federally licensed distillery in the history of East Tennessee, serving as the leading distiller of premium moonshine in the world with innovative products and craft authenticity. Founded in 2010, Ole Smoky’s roots are traced to the Smoky Mountains’ earliest settlers, families who produced moonshine with enduring pride and Appalachian spirit. Ole Smoky has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 List of the fastest growing private companies in America for five consecutive years – 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, as well as receiving six Shanken Communications’ Impact Hot Brand Awards, several 2024 Growth Brand Awards from Beverage Information Group, and the 2023 PR%F the Magazine Distillery of the Year award. Today, Ole Smoky’s over 25 creative moonshine flavors and 17 inventive whiskey flavors can be found in all 50 states, 20 countries and at the company’s four famed distilleries in Tennessee: The Holler and The Barrelhouse in Gatlinburg, The Barn in Pigeon Forge, and 6th & Peabody in Nashville. For more information, please visit www.olesmoky.com and follow Ole Smoky on social media @olesmoky.

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