LAS VEGAS, Oct. 9, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- During October,
passengers on all Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) flights can join the
fight against breast cancer by drinking pink.
Allegiant is donating the proceeds from the sale of pink
in-flight refreshments to the National Breast Cancer Foundation
(NBCF), whose mission is to provide access to early breast cancer
detection, education, and support services. Since 2014, the airline
has donated more than $100,000 to
NBCF.
The refreshments, including Minute Maid Pink Lemonade
($2) and Jose Cuervo Pink Lemonade
Margarita ($7), will be available for
purchase on all Allegiant flights during October, which is Breast
Cancer Awareness Month.
Flight crews will also wear special pink uniform accents to show
their support of the cause. Recently, Allegiant hosted an event at
the company's Las Vegas
headquarters to announce the fundraiser. Pilots and flight
attendants modeled pink attire while attendees enjoyed samples of
the pink refreshments. B-roll and photos can be downloaded
here.
"Our flight crew members love October because this is such a
meaningful cause to them," said Tracy Tulle, Allegiant's senior
vice president of flight crew operations. "Either they've been
personally affected by breast cancer or they have a friend or
family member who has fought the battle. Every year, they hear
stories first-hand from our customers about how grateful they are
for the chance to support the cause simply by buying a pink drink
or making a donation onboard. We are very proud to help our
partners at the National Breast Cancer Foundation in the fight
against this terrible disease."
Breast cancer is among the leading health issues women face in
the United States. One in eight
women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. There
is currently no known cure for it. Early diagnosis and timely
treatment is critical to survival.
"Awareness, access to mammograms, and timely treatment make a
substantial difference in the survival rate of those affected by
breast cancer," said Ken Ramirez,
senior vice president of charitable giving at The National Breast
Cancer Foundation. "Allegiant recognizes this and their
long-standing support demonstrates their powerful commitment to
this cause."
Allegiant Travel Company
Las Vegas-based Allegiant
(NASDAQ: ALGT) is an integrated travel company with an airline at
its heart, focused on connecting customers with premier leisure
experiences - from vacations to hometown family entertainment.
Since 1999, Allegiant Air has linked travelers in small-to-medium
cities to world-class vacation destinations with all-nonstop
flights and industry-low average fares. Today, Allegiant serves
more than 450 routes across the country, with base airfares less
than half the cost of the average domestic roundtrip ticket.
Allegiant's Sunseeker Resorts subsidiary is currently under
construction with its inaugural resort property, Sunseeker Resort
Charlotte Harbor in Southwest
Florida - a unique waterside integrated resort like no
other. And a growing group of Allegiant Nonstop family
entertainment centers offer state-of-the art indoor games and
attractions to thrill seekers of all ages. For more information,
visit us at Allegiant.com. Media information, including photos, is
available at http://gofly.us/iiFa303wrtF.
About National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Recognized as one of the leading breast cancer organizations in
the world, National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is Helping
Women Now® by providing early detection, education and support
services to those affected by breast cancer. A recipient of Charity
Navigator's highest 4-star rating for 14 years, NBCF provides
support through their National Mammography Program, Patient
Navigation, Beyond The Shock®, breast health education, and
research programs. For more information, please visit
www.nationalbreastcancer.org.
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