Latin Builders Association(R), DIRECTV, Disney and ESPN Media Networks Gives Away 2,500 Backpacks with School Supplies at Resource Fair in Miami, FL
Latin Builder's Association (LBA) together with DirecTV, Disney, ESPN Media and The City Of Miami, will host their 6th annual Backpack Drive to benefit select schools and community centers in need.
- Miami, FL (1888PressRelease) September 10, 2011 - DIRECTV, Disney and ESPN Media Networks and the Latin Builders Association® Team Up to Give Away 2,500 Backpacks with School Supplies at Back-to-School Resource Fair in Miami, FL
Information on community resources and youth activities to be available at the Back-to-School Fair Saturday, September 24 at 10 a.m.
DIRECTV, Disney and ESPN Media Networks have teamed up with the Latin Builders Association® to support the Miami community by giving away 2,500 Disney Channel and DIRECTV co-branded backpacks filled with school supplies at the Back-to-School Resource Fair to be held at Grapeland Park, located at 1550 NW 37th Avenue, on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. ET.
The Back-to-School Resource Fair will also provide families an opportunity to receive information on youth programs, mentoring, recreation, academics, health initiatives and much more.
"At a time when thousands of families in the Miami area continue to face financial hardships, we wanted to help as many children as possible to start the new school year on the right track," said Hector Placencia, Senior Director Multicultural for DIRECTV "We are moved by the support from the Latin Builders Association®, who are part of this outreach. Without their help, this would not be possible."
"We are very fortunate to be surrounded by generous members and sponsors that have enabled the continuity of this event. This year more than ever we have made every effort to maintain our commitment because we feel that it is our responsibility to give back to DIRECTV, Disney and ESPN Media Networks Backpack Giveaway
the children in our community, who are our future." said Noelia E. Moreno, President, Latin Builders Association®. "We can not thank DIRECTV and the Disney Channel enough for their support of this much needed effort and conducting this event a month after school commenced, has allowed us to allocate the backpacks to those that need it the most."
About Latin Builders Association® (LBA)
Established in 1971 by a group of local contractors, Latin Builders Association®, Incorporated has embodied the interests of builders, developers, contractors, architects, engineers, plumbers, electricians and tradesmen associated with the business of construction, striving to provide a vital forum for discussion, networking, training/development, and representation at the local, state and federal level. Today, we are the largest Hispanic construction association in the United States, representing over 750 member companies throughout South Florida. Throughout our 39 year history the LBA has been vigorously involved in local, state and federal issues that have an effect on our community and state. The LBA's core goal is to represent and further the interests of the South Florida Community, the local building industry, and the individuals and companies that strive day after day to make this a better place to live, work and play. For more information, visit www.lbaorg.com.
About DIRECTV
DIRECTV (NASDAQ: DTV) is one of the world's leading providers of digital television entertainment services delivering a premium video experience through state-of-the-art technology, unmatched programming and industry leading customer service to more than 30 million customers in the U.S. and Latin America. In the U.S., DIRECTV offers its 19.4 million customers access to more than 170 HD channels and Dolby-Digital® 5.1 theater-quality sound, access to exclusive sports programming such as NFL SUNDAY TICKET™, Emmy- award winning technology and higher customer satisfaction than the leading cable companies for ten years running. DIRECTV Latin America, through its subsidiaries and affiliated companies in Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Venezuela, Colombia, and other Latin American countries, leads the pay-TV category in technology, programming and service, delivering an unrivaled digital television experience to more than 10.6 million customers. DIRECTV sports and entertainment properties include three Regional Sports Networks (Northwest, Rocky Mountain and Pittsburgh) as well as a 60 percent interest in Game Show Network. For the most up-to-date information on DIRECTV, please visit www.directv.com
About Disney and ESPN Media Networks
Disney and ESPN Media Networks' diverse portfolio contains the most compelling entertainment, sports and news content available to consumers today, including ABC Family, Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, ESPN HD, ESPN2 HD, ESPN 3D, ESPN Classic, ESPN Deportes, ESPNEWS and ESPNU. Delivering the most popular media brands with their passionate audiences, Disney and ESPN Media Networks brings content distributors exclusive opportunities across multiple platforms including video on demand services and authenticated broadband products.
Contact:
Alyssa Ramos
305.446.5989 x2
aramos ( @ ) lbaorg dot com
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