Press Release
For Immediate Release
Community Outreach and Kickoff Event
To benefit the Church of God Children's Home of North Carolina
Concord, NC, – January 16, 2010 – 1,2,3 JUMP
On January 16, 2010, 1,2,3 JUMP will sponsor “JUMP In to Giving”,
a community outreach and kickoff event from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm benefiting the Church of God Children’s Home of North Carolina.
This event has three main objectives, the first being to provide the Children’s Home with donated items from county residents and businesses. The second, to provide a family friendly event for the community that will incorporate fun and fitness in a positive environment. The third, to re-launch 1,2,3 JUMP into Cabarrus County in an effort to increase service exposure, recruit new volunteers and local program partners.
This family friendly event will include jump rope activities, games, music, food, and prizes. Admission is FREE and donations for the Children’s Home are welcome. The event will be held at 3485 Orphanage Cir, Concord, NC 28027. This event is being made possible by Lowe’s Heroes, the Institute of Black Charities, 1,2,3 JUMP, and the Church of God Children’s Home of North Carolina.
To request tickets or for more information, visit www.123jump.org
or call (704) 960 – 4616.
About 1,2,3 JUMP:
1,2,3 JUMP is a501(c)3 nonprofit corporation whose mission is to empower youth through promoting health and fitness, fostering education, connecting families, and motivating communities. We support this mission by providing jump rope programs, camps, and classes to children in grades 4 -8.
About the Church of God Children’s Home of North Carolina:
For 65 years, the Church of God Children’s Home has been providing care for abused, neglected, abandoned, or at risk children up to age 21. They have been a safe haven for residents from all over the state of North Carolina. They work with Social Services and accept private placement when necessary to care for residents on their 6 cottage campus. The Children’s Home provides a family atmosphere filled with love and support to nurture the well-being of every resident in their care.
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Contact Information:
Lindsay Wootten, 1,2,3 JUMP
Phone: (704) 640 – 2066
Email: lw@123jump.org