Flint Firebirds 7th Annual Old Newsboys of Flint Toy Drive Helped Raise over $18,000
December 15, 2022 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Flint Firebirds News Release
Flint Firebirds Old Newsboys of Flint specialty jerseys
(Flint Firebirds)
Flint, Mich. - For the 7th season in a row, the Flint Firebirds Hockey Club and the Old Newsboys of Flint partnered for their annual toy drive to ensure that "no child be forgotten" during the holiday season, on Saturday, December 10th. This year's event raised $18,084.00 and collected over 500 toys to be distributed to families in need around Genesee County.
"Partnering with the Flint Firebirds this season has allowed the Old Newsboys of Flint to help over 700 children and families during Christmas," Director of Finance for the Old Newsboys of Flint Heather McMullen said. "We are grateful to the Flint Firebirds, Dort Financial Credit Union, LJ Inc., and to everyone who donated in joining us to help those who are struggling during the holiday season and everyone's ongoing commitment to giving back to our community."
In addition to the toy drive, the Flint Firebirds partnered with the Old Newsboys of Flint for a specialty jersey fundraiser.
"The Flint Firebirds always look forward to this annual partnership with the Old Newsboys of Flint to help collect toys & raise funds to help those in need in Genesee County during the holiday season," President of the Flint Firebirds Jeremy Torrey said. "Having the opportunity to help make a difference in our community is extremely important to our organization and is part of our commitment to make Flint and Genesee County a better place to work, live and play".
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