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Sacramento Mountain Lions Back Local Food Bank

October 26, 2010 - United Football League (UFL 1)
Sacramento Mountain Lions News Release


SACRAMENTO, CA - Tuesday, October 26, 2010 - The Sacramento Mountain Lions and Goodwill Industries are partnering to offer a $5 ticket discount to fans that make a donation to the River City Food Bank. Donations will be accepted at all Goodwill locations as well as the Goodwill truck in FanFest at Saturday's game.

The food bank, which burned down early last Thursday morning, is in need of supplies and food to continue to serve the community members who seek aid every day. As the Mountain Lions' charity partner, the Goodwill has been offering a $5 ticket discount to people who make a donation to one of their stores. The new offer extends the $5 discount to food bank donations of at least three canned food items as well as clothing and household item donation.

"The fire was a devastating loss, especially with winter around the corner. But now more than ever, people have the power to make a difference. We're hoping the known generosity of Sacramento area residents can help the River City Food Bank to make a quick recovery and continue its vital services to people in need," said Joseph Mendez, CEO of Goodwill Industries Sacramento Valley and Northern Nevada.

All donations collected at the game will be delivered to the River City Food Bank by the Mountain Lions players on Monday following the game. The ticket discount effort is only one of the ways the Mountain Lions have made themselves a part of the local community. Players and coaches regularly volunteer with area organizations including Shriner's Children's Hospital and the Boys & Girls Club.

"We saw this as one, small way we can help generate some donations", explains Joe Wagoner, Director of Business Management for the Mountain Lions. "We hope our fans will take this opportunity to do something good for the community while having a little fun as well". Discount vouchers will be honored at this Saturday's game against the Hartford Colonials, or the season finale on November 13th against former 49er quarterback Jeff Garcia and the Omaha Nighthawks.

Saturday's festivities begin at 5:00pm in the parking lot for tailgating and FanFest featuring performances by Lincoln Brewster. Game kickoff is at 8:00pm. Tickets for the game start at just $10, with the donation discount. Parking in the Sac State lots is an additional $5, FanFest activities are free to those attending. Vouchers are redeemable at the tickets windows located at the stadium and in FanFest.

For ticket information, fans may visit www.SacMountainLions.com. Fans can also visit www.buyufl.com for merchandise.

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