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Finish Line Youth Foundation to Raise Money for Kids During The Holidays
Finish Line Youth Foundation to Raise Money for Kids During The Holidays
Published 11-07-08
Submitted by Finish Line, Inc., The
INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 7 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Celebrate this holiday season by giving back. National athletic specialty retailer The Finish Line, Inc. (Finish Line) will launch its 12th annual holiday fund-raising campaign to benefit youth athletic programs supported by the Finish Line Youth Foundation. Last year, the campaign raised $1,044,036, and with everyone's help, Finish Line hopes to again raise over $1,000,000 in 2008.
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From November 7 though December 31, 2008, customers at all 700+ Finish Line stores nationwide, and on-line at www.finishline.com, will be invited to help support kids in their community by making a donation to the Foundation. All monies raised from the holiday drive will go directly to variousnon-profit agencies throughout the country. These organizations provide new and improved opportunities for kids to participate in athletic programs and camps that emphasize sports and active lifestyles, especially programs that serve disadvantaged and special needs children.
"Our mission has always been to ensure that all kids have access to quality programs and resources that promote athletics and recreational activities," said Gary D. Cohen, president of Finish Line Youth Foundation. "These opportunities are critical to the emotional, physical and social development of a child. With your help, we know that the funds raised from this campaign will positively impact the lives of many young people for years to come."
In addition to supporting a worthy cause, customers who donate will receive a coupon booklet worth up to $50 in savings on future purchases. Help celebrate the season's gifts by giving back to those who need it most. For more information about Finish Line or Finish Line Youth Foundation, please visit www.finishline.com.
About Finish Line
The Finish Line, Inc. is one of the largest mall-based specialty retailers operating under the Finish Line and Man Alive brand names. The Finish Line, Inc. is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol FINL. The Company currently operates 697 Finish Line stores in 47 states and online and 93 Man Alive stores in 19 states and online. To learn more about these brands, visit www.finishline.com or www.manalive.com.
