Charlotte Charities Receive NASCAR All-Star Ticket Donations
May 18 2016 - 12:30PM
Business Wire
Sprint gives to Carolina Big Hearts Big Barks
Rescue, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, The Sandbox
Sprint (NYSE: S) is providing 100 tickets worth $5,000 to the
upcoming NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race™ on Saturday, May 21 to three
Charlotte-area charitable organizations. Volunteers and families
served by Carolina Big Hearts Big Barks Rescue, Leukemia &
Lymphoma Society (North Carolina Chapter) and The Sandbox will
enjoy an evening of fun and excitement at Charlotte Motor
Speedway.
“Sprint is passionate about giving back to the communities we
serve,” said Michael Miess, Sprint president for North Carolina and
South Carolina. “Every day these organizations provide a vital
service to the Charlotte community. It’s our hope that through this
contribution the families and volunteers they work with have a
chance to enjoy the excitement of a NASCAR All-Star Race.”
"When families face a life-altering diagnosis, one of the most
important things we can do is provide opportunities for them to get
their minds off the rigors of treatment," said Mara Campolungo,
executive director of The Sandbox. "Excursions like the NASCAR
All-Star Race give children a day to simply focus on being a kid
again and spending time with their families. We are so grateful for
the generosity from Sprint to allow them this opportunity."
“At The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, our amazing volunteers,
patients, survivors and their families work hard throughout the
year to raise funds for lifesaving research and support services
for those touched by blood cancer,” said Alyson Willis, Light The
Night Senior Campaign Manager. “These volunteers are the heart of
our organization and the true All-Stars in our book. We are
grateful for Sprint’s generous donation which allows us to
celebrate those individuals who are relentless for a cure.”
“The donated tickets mean so much to us at CBHBB,” said Lisa
Schauseil, President at Carolina Big Hearts Big Barks Rescue. “A
portion of the tickets will be used for a silent auction fundraiser
to help pay for much need treatment for one of our heartworm
positive dogs. The remaining tickets will be given to volunteers as
a show of appreciation for their tireless efforts to help so many
dogs in need.”
The volunteers and their family members will also have the
opportunity to stop by the Sprint Fan Display at the race where
they can:
- See the latest devices and accessories
for sale
- Enter to win great prizes
- Participate in autograph sessions with
drivers (designated times)
- Have their faces painted
- Play games
About The Sandbox
The Sandbox locks arms with the Charlotte community and walks
with families who have a child who has been diagnosed with cancer
or a life-altering illness. Through a wide range of offerings and
services, The Sandbox meets day-to-day needs and offers support
both emotionally and financially to families during the most
tumultuous times of their lives. In addition to financial
assistance and support throughout the year, some of its programs
include: HopeFULL Holidays, providing food and gifts during the
holiday seasons; LoveBaskets, filled with non-perishable food
items, household supplies, and personal items and delivered
directly to local families; and special events in the community
such as An Evening of Believing Prom for Honorees and their
families. For more information, visit GotSandbox.org.
About the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world’s largest
voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. The LLS mission:
Cure leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, and improve the quality
of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood
cancer research around the world, provides free information and
support services, and is the voice for all blood cancer patients
seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care. To learn
more, visit www.LLS.org.
About Carolina Big Hearts Big Barks Rescue
Carolina Big Hearts Big Barks Rescue is a 501c3 non-profit
organization that is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and
re-homing of large breed dogs. Founded in July 2015, to date CBHBB
has rescued over 100 dogs including American Pit Bull Terriers,
Rottweilers, Great Danes, Labrador Retrievers, German Shepherds as
well as other various mix breeds. Rescued dogs reside in foster
homes where they are loved and cared for until they can find their
forever home.
About Sprint
Sprint (NYSE: S) is a communications services company
that creates more and better ways to connect its customers to
the things they care about most. Sprint served more than 58.8
million connections as of March 31, 2016 and is widely recognized
for developing, engineering and deploying innovative technologies,
including the first wireless 4G service from a national carrier in
the United States; leading no-contract brands including Virgin
Mobile USA, Boost Mobile, and Assurance Wireless; instant national
and international push-to-talk capabilities; and a global Tier 1
Internet backbone. Sprint has been named to the Dow Jones
Sustainability Index (DJSI) North America for the past five years.
You can learn more and visit Sprint at www.sprint.com or
www.facebook.com/sprint and www.twitter.com/sprint.
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