Daniel Kids: Assorted Press Releases

While working at Principle Creative, I was given the chance to hone my public relations skills by producing and editing various press releases for Daniel Kids. I was also responsible for developing media contact lists and following up with the different news outlets.

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Press Release #1

Judge Pate Named daniel’s First Trustee Emeritus

JACKSONVILLE, FLA. – The Honorable Judge Dorothy Pate was named as daniel’s first-ever Trustee Emeritus, during their 125^th birthday celebration on May 30, in recognition of her many years of exemplary service to youth in the community. A Trustee Emeritis is entitled to exercise all rights, responsibilities, and privileges of Trusteeship, except the right to vote at Board meetings.

“In our entire organization’s history, we’ve never named a Trustee Emeritus before now” said daniel President and CEO Jim Clark, who presented Pate with a plaque at the event. “Judge Pate truly deserves this special honor for her many years of devoted service to child advocacy and we look forward to having her as an honorary board member.”

Judge Pate, the first elected female judge in the Fourth Judicial Circuit, helped found the Northeast Florida Guardian ad Litem program and the Family Nurturing Center of Florida. After eighteen years of service on the bench, Pate is now retired and serves as a daniel ambassador and Trustee.  

Daniel is Florida’s oldest non-profit child service agency. Originally established as an orphanage in 1884, daniel has evolved into a multi-service agency that assists more than 1,000 children, adolescents and families each day with a variety of innovative and nationally-recognized programs.

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Press Release #2

A Train of Support

JACKSONVILLE, FLA. – The 7^th Annual CSX Charity Train, the company’s signature charitable event, took place Saturday, May 16 and raised $25,000 to support the efforts of daniel kids.

The CSX team picked up paid attendees at Jacksonville’s Prime Osborn Convention Center for a ride on the company’s historic passenger cars. Guests were treated to an elegant dinner and entertainment that aided selected charities.

                                     

Since its start in 2003, CSX has completely funded the Charity Train so that all funds benefit the organizations. This was the third year daniel was selected to be one of the recipients.

“During these difficult economic times, a gift such as this will go a long way in helping the children we serve. I want to thank Clarence Gooden of CSX for the generosity he gives to the non-profit community,” said Jimmy Kelly, daniel’s Director of Development.

Daniel is Florida’s oldest not-for-profit child-service agency. Originally established as an orphanage in 1884, daniel has evolved into a multi-service agency that assists more than 1,000 children, adolescents and families each day with a variety of innovative and nationally-recognized programs.

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Press Release #3

Jacksonville Backyard BBQ Championships Benefit Daniel Kids’ Scholarship Fund

JACKSONVILLE, FLA. – Daniel kids’ inaugural Jacksonville Backyard BBQ Championships, held at Firefighter Hall on May 16, had some 1,000 people in attendance and raised nearly $12,000 for the Glyn Cook Memorial Scholarship.

“This was an excellent opportunity to not only support a worthwhile cause, but also enjoy some of the best barbecue in the city,” said daniel board member and Jacksonville-area sports radio personality Cole Pepper.

Funds raised at the event will help the organization provide financial assistance to qualified daniel kids seeking to further their education at a university, college, or trade school.

                                                   

More than 20 of the best amateur BBQ chefs in the area served chicken, pork, and ribs to Jacksonville residents. Jaguars’ football players, David Garrard, Mkristo Bruce, Charles Davis and Greg Estandia, judged the competitors in several categories and crowned Memphis Blues the King of Jacksonville Amateur BBQ Grand Champion.

A complete list of winners can be found at www.jaxbbqchampionship.com.

Daniel is Florida’s oldest not-for-profit child-service agency. Originally established as an orphanage in 1884, daniel has evolved into a multi-service agency that assists more than 1,000 children, adolescents and families each day with a variety of innovative and nationally-recognized programs.

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Press Release #4

The Melting Pot Hosts Ladies’ Night Fondue-raiser for daniel

Jacksonville, FL — The Melting Pot raised more than $800 for daniel kids during their monthly Ladies’ Night Out fund-raising event held July 18.  Though the restaurant chain is well-known for their national philanthropy, owner Dan Addison sought a way to give back to the local community.

“This is the first time that we’ve ever held the event for Jacksonville charity and we are thrilled to be supporting a wonderful organization like daniel” said Addison. “It’s nice to know that even in these tough economic times our community will sacrifice to help those in need.”

The Melting Pot collected various prizes that were donated by local businesses, including Ponte Vedra Plastic Surgery and Massage Bliss & Day Spa, then raffled them off throughout the evening with the proceeds going to assist the local abused and neglected children at daniel.

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Daniel is Florida’s longest-serving children’s agency. Originally established as an orphanage in 1884, daniel has evolved into a multi-service agency that assists more than 1,500 abused, neglected and emotionally-troubled children and their families each day through a variety of innovative and nationally-recognized programs.