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Ice Flyers Raising Awareness For Down Syndrome

Published on February 2, 2010 under SPHL (SPHL)
Pensacola Ice Flyers News Release


The Pensacola Ice Flyers are partnering with Pensacola's 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 people's 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 they're happy, they're 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. There's 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. "I'm asking everybody to help out. I've 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, it's a great thing. Every ticket makes a difference, and it directly benefits families in need."

To purchase the special fundraising tickets, call Fred or Ailyne Gillard at (850) 293-1367, or email Fred at upside2downs@gmail.com.

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. To learn more about the organization, please visit www.upside2downs.org.

Ice Flyers games are always a great time out. The next game is Kids Night on February 4: the first 2,000 kids in attendance for the 7:05 game will receive free Ice Flyers trading cards courtesy of Pen Air Federal Credit Union. Ice Flyers tickets are very affordable starting at just $10 for individuals, and as low as $8 for groups of ten or more. To take advantage of group pricing, call the Ice Flyers at (850) 466-3111 or email jeff@pensacolaiceflyers.com. Individual tickets can be purchased online via ticketmaster.com, or in person at the Civic Center Box Office, located at 201 East Gregory Street in Pensacola.

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