UPside2Downs with the Pensacola Ice Flyers
making a difference for Down Syndrome
Ice Flyers Raising Awareness for Down Syndrome
Goal of 2000 Tickets Would Raise $10,000
The Pensacola Ice Flyers are partnering with Pensacolas Upside2Downs to raise awareness and funds for Down syndrome. Upside2Downs and their supporters are selling tickets to the March 25 Ice Flyers game with part of the proceeds going directly to families affected by Down syndrome. The goal is to sell 2,000 tickets, thereby raising $10,000 for families in need.
Fred Gilliard, the director of Upside2Downs, knows that the money will directly change peoples lives. We want to provide for families in the community that are struggling with a child that has Down syndrome. The money we raise will go directly to those families who are really in need. Normally when you see a child you think that theyre happy, theyre smiling; and they are. But at the same time there are medical conditions you have to deal with. There are therapies you have to deal with. Theres the cost of transportation to go from hospital to hospital.
The community is already offering support. Linda Sonshine Moorer, the Midday Diva on Magic 106.1 is spreading the word. Im asking everybody to help out. Ive got a link to the program on our website. If we come together we can make a difference.
Tony Sikes, a DJ on Cat Country 98.7 is equally optimistic. When you look at what Upside2Downs and the Ice Flyers are trying to do for these people in need, its a great thing. Every ticket makes a difference, and it directly benefits families in need.
Upside2Downs is an organization that works to include people with Down syndrome into everyday American life. By equipping families with knowledge and support, Upside2Downs helps children with Down syndrome experience the same opportunities as other children their age.
Come Get Down
With Us
March 25, 2010
To purchase tickets please contact:
Fred/Ailyne Gilliard
phone: 850-293-1367
email: upside2downs_gmail.com
Please know that a fraction of every ticket sold goes back to UPside2Downs to further spread awareness, to inspire and to educate those with Down Syndrome and our community as a whole.
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