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Lynx Partner with Lift Kids to Host United World Campaign at Target Center

January 19, 2010 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
Minnesota Lynx News Release


MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL - In celebration of Minnesota's diverse and unique culture, the Minnesota Lynx today announced a partnership with Lift Kids, Inc., a Minnesota-based non-profit organization, to host the Lift Kids United World Campaign on Sunday, May 23, 2010. The day-long celebration will feature youth performances, videos, guest appearances, informational booths, artists, workshops, music, dance; culminating with the Lynx vs. Tulsa game at 6:00 pm. Lift Kids, Inc. focuses on finding sustainable solutions to end global poverty.

"We're very proud to join Lift Kids in its mission to empower the youth of today," said Lynx Chief Operating Officer Conrad Smith. "We're honored to be able to host such a worthy and commendable event and we welcome the entire Twin Cities community to join us in our celebration of Minnesota's diverse and unique culture."

The Lift Kids United World Campaign, which includes educational workshops and cultural performances, will provide youth a unique cultural opportunity to stand up, to unite, to "be the change" and to Lift Kids out of starvation and poverty all around the world. The day-long celebration will run from 12:00 - 9:00 PM on Sunday, May 23, 2010, on Target Center's main floor, concourse and hospitality suites. All Lift Kids United World Campaign tickets are priced at $10, and include entrance to all cultural performances and the Lynx vs. Tulsa game. To order tickets, go to www.lynxbasketball.com or www.liftkids.org.

"Diversity and technology give us the opportunity and responsibility to unite our community and world," said Joseph Barrett, Lift Kids, Inc. Executive Director. "Lift Kids and the Lynx share this vision and we are pleased to join forces in the Lift Kids United World Campaign."

Proceeds from the Campaign will help build Lift Kids Villages in Latin America, Africa and Asia. For more information on the Lift Kids United World Campaign, or to find out how you or your company can get involved, contact Lift Kids at 651-298-9200 or visit www.liftkids.org.

About Lift KidsLift Kids is a Minnesota-based non-profit organization with a mission to take action on the plight of impoverished children via a philanthropic franchise model centered on the Lift Kids Village. By partnering U.S. immigrants with organizations on the ground, we create sustainable village communities according to a model that can be replicated and is scalable around the world. Visit www.liftkids.org for more information.

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