More than $100,000 Donated at Imagine Event
05/31/10 07:55
Press Release Contact:
Linda Ames
949-300-2545
linda.ames@cox.net
More than $100,000 Donated to
Team Kids at Imagine Event
“It’s all about the kids!”
Over
Irvine, CA – May 27, 2010 – Team Kids, an Irvine-based nonprofit, raised more than $100,000 to benefit children during its 5th Annual Imagine event at Il Fornaio in Irvine. As 450 attendees looked on, Dr. Gwen Gross, Irvine Unified School District superintendent, was presented with the Team Kids Spirit Award. Dr. Gross was honored for her exceptional dedication to empowering youth to make a positive difference in their school, their community and the world.
“It’s all about the kids,” said Julie Hudash, Team Kids founder and CEO. “When I started Team Kids, our goal was to help empower young children to be powerful, compassionate citizens. The Imagine fundraiser honors our nine years of innovative community and business partnerships, and invites us to imagine what is possible when we see the needs of others through the eyes of a child.”
“From a business standpoint, Team Kids is an incredible investment. All the funds raised by children – 100 percent – are given away. Every dollar I give to Team Kids helps a kid raise another five dollars to benefit several other nonprofits,” said Team Kids Board Member Mike Cupps.
“We are deeply grateful for the generosity of our supporters, who make it possible for Team Kids to help kids help others,” said Hudash.
About Team Kids
Team Kids strengthens innovative community collaborations that empower young people to become resilient and responsible citizens with a passion for service through its school-based and community-wide programs. While serving, students develop the values and skills that enable them to make positive choices in their own lives, while making a difference in the lives of others. For more information, visit the Team Kids Web site: www.teamkids.org
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Linda Ames
949-300-2545
linda.ames@cox.net
More than $100,000 Donated to
Team Kids at Imagine Event
“It’s all about the kids!”
Over
Irvine, CA – May 27, 2010 – Team Kids, an Irvine-based nonprofit, raised more than $100,000 to benefit children during its 5th Annual Imagine event at Il Fornaio in Irvine. As 450 attendees looked on, Dr. Gwen Gross, Irvine Unified School District superintendent, was presented with the Team Kids Spirit Award. Dr. Gross was honored for her exceptional dedication to empowering youth to make a positive difference in their school, their community and the world.
“It’s all about the kids,” said Julie Hudash, Team Kids founder and CEO. “When I started Team Kids, our goal was to help empower young children to be powerful, compassionate citizens. The Imagine fundraiser honors our nine years of innovative community and business partnerships, and invites us to imagine what is possible when we see the needs of others through the eyes of a child.”
“From a business standpoint, Team Kids is an incredible investment. All the funds raised by children – 100 percent – are given away. Every dollar I give to Team Kids helps a kid raise another five dollars to benefit several other nonprofits,” said Team Kids Board Member Mike Cupps.
“We are deeply grateful for the generosity of our supporters, who make it possible for Team Kids to help kids help others,” said Hudash.
About Team Kids
Team Kids strengthens innovative community collaborations that empower young people to become resilient and responsible citizens with a passion for service through its school-based and community-wide programs. While serving, students develop the values and skills that enable them to make positive choices in their own lives, while making a difference in the lives of others. For more information, visit the Team Kids Web site: www.teamkids.org
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