Gator, Seminole Fans Can Unite Against Domestic Violence
Monday, November 23, 2009 | Football
WHAT: Verizon Wireless invites University of Florida and Florida State University fans alike to unite against domestic violence by participating in a wireless phone drive during the November 28th showdown between the rival Gators and the Seminoles. Phones can be dropped off at the Verizon Wireless FanFest starting three hours prior to kickoff and located at Gate 2 of the Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
The phones, batteries and accessories – from any wireless service provider – will then be recycled to fund grants for domestic violence agencies, or refurbished and donated to local shelters such as Peaceful Paths in Gainesville.
WHEN: Starting three hours prior to kickoff and end the start of the Florida vs. Florida State football game on November 28.
WHERE: Verizon Wireless booth at Gator FanFest located at Gate 2 of the Stephen C. O'Connell Center.
OTHER: Verizon Wireless is a recognized corporate leader for its commitment to preventing domestic violence and raising awareness of the issue. Since HopeLine's national phone recycling and re-use program was launched in 2001, Verizon Wireless has collected more than 5.6 million phones and awarded more than $6.3 million in cash grants to domestic violence agencies and organizations throughout the country. More than 76,000 phones and more than 228 million minutes of free wireless service have been distributed to be used by victims of domestic violence during this time.
MEDIA: News media may contact Chuck Hamby at (813) 615-4803 or Ed Gilhuly at (305) 807-6906 for more information.
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