CFL Calgary Stampeders

Grace introduces Grace Zone

Published on May 26, 2005 under Canadian Football League (CFL)
Calgary Stampeders News Release


(Calgary) - With the help of Shaganappi Chevrolet, Calgary Stampeder's all-star linebacker, John Grace, has contributed single game tickets to New Life Centre Ministry in support of children who would otherwise be unable to attend the games.

The New Life Centre is a Christian based non-profit organization that focuses on the needs and development of at-risk and low-income family children. The Centre is a part of Centre Street Church's Extension Ministry and Boardwalk Rental Communities' Outreach program.

"Both John and I share the same vision of reaching out to more kids," said Eric Riddick, Director of New Life Centre Ministry and former CFL team-mate of John Grace. "We hope to attract more people, churches, and businesses that will also be willing to support New Life Centre."

Grace will be distribute 25, white section tickets, to seven of nine Calgary home games to kids involved with the Ministry.

"The New Life Centre is a tremendous organization that I have worked with in the past," said Grace. "I'm extremely excited to have this opportunity to give back to underprivileged kids and provide them with an opportunity they wouldn't otherwise have."

About Shaganappi Chevrolet:

Shaganappi Chevrolet was established in 1976 and is Calgary's General Motors N.W dealer. Shag is a 4th generation family business and one of Alberta's and Canada's largest retail volume Chevrolet dealers.

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