Mid-Columbia Businesses Involved in Community Outreach: Locally, Regionally, Nationally
Pasco, WA – October 31, 2008 – In what is quickly becoming a tradition, Vivid Learning Systems (OTC:VVDLE) supported the Down Syndrome Association of the Mid-Columbia’s (DSAMC) 2nd Annual Buddy Walk. Over 950 participants braved the cold winds to show their support. The community raised a record breaking $40,000 that will support local DSAMC programs such as Kadlec New Parent Baskets, the DSAMC Quarterly Lecture Series and the DSAMC Playgroup.
“Vivid Learning Systems has been an instrumental supporter of DSAMC since its start. From creating the DSAMC logo to donating the cost of hosting the DSAMC website to participating as a Silver Sponsor of the Buddy Walk, Vivid has been greatly involved in many different aspects of DSAMC and its Buddy Walk.” Aaron Jensen, DSAMC, Co-Founder
On a regional level, Imageworks has been involved with The Martinez Foundation for several months and was invited to celebrate at the “Keys for Success” gala presented by Edgar and Hollie Martinez. This is the same Edgar Martinez that was a star designated hitter for the Seattle Mariners. In addition to supporting the development of the Foundation’s website, Imageworks also contributed to the Foundation’s scholarship fund.
“We believe that everyone deserves a good education and feel strongly about supporting organizations that further this cause. We fully support scholarship programs aimed at rewarding hard working students and providing them with opportunities they may not otherwise receive. Success benefits the entire community.” Rachael Drouhard, Senior Account Executive, Imageworks.
To help celebrate the season and give back to a national charity, company employees recently threw a Halloween costume party. Everyone that attended put a lot of creative effort into making a costume. All proceeds raised by the party went to the March of Dimes.
“Any excuse to hang out with friends and dress up for Halloween is alright with me. The fact that this also helped the March of Dimes made it that much more fun.” Ben Watson, Interactive Designer, Imageworks.
About the Down Syndrome Association of the Mid-Columbia
The goals of DSAMC are to help create new dreams for families with children born with Down syndrome and motivate inspired thinking within the community to realize the potential of children and adults with Down syndrome. The Association intends to raise expectations for children with Down syndrome through awareness and information. DSAMC will spread a message of acceptance and inclusion.
DSAMC is dedicated to provide the Mid-Columbia Region of Washington State with updated information, research, and education about Down syndrome. In the future, DSAMC will sponsor local events, host guest speakers, and hold advocacy conferences.
DSAMC is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (FD TAX ID # 35-2299801) comprised of families with children who have Down syndrome and others who want to bring positive awareness and acceptance to the Mid-Columbia region. DSAMC is affiliated with the National Down Syndrome Society.
About The Martinez Foundation
The Martinez Foundation’s goal is to annually fund ten undergraduate scholarships worth $20,000 each for Latino students in Washington State. In addition, funds raised will go to the Martinez Foundation’s main focus of providing scholarships and support programs for graduate students of color to achieve a Masters in teaching degree from the University of Washington or the equivalent degree from Washington State University.
About March of Dimes
Our mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. We carry out this mission through research, community services, education and advocacy to save babies' lives. March of Dimes researchers, volunteers, educators, outreach workers and advocates work together to give all babies a fighting chance against the threats to their health: prematurity, birth defects, low birthweight.
CONTACT
Christopher Collier
Marketing Specialist
Vivid Learning Systems | imageworks
509-545-9100 x1514
chris@learnatvivid.com
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