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Van Y School Fundraising Efforts Are Underway

February 18, 2009 - International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Flint Generals News Release


FLINT, MI - The Flint Generals of the International Hockey League realize the importance of community and the power of leadership throughout our community.

The Flint Generals are proud and honored to assist in Fundraising efforts with the Van Y Elementary Parents Group Family Fund. Van Y Elementary School is a part of the Atherton School District. This fundraising effort is currently underway to assist in medical treatment for a very important member of the Van Y Elementary School Family.

The Van Y Elementary School is selling Generals tickets for the Saturday, February 28th game against Muskegon at Perani Arena at 7:30 p.m. A portion of the proceeds from the fundraiser will be going to the Van Y Elementary School Family Fund for 2008-2009. There will be a special pre-game presentation with the Board Members of the Van Y Elementary School Parent Group before the start of the game.

"This is truly a privilege for the Flint Generals to assist in this fundraising event," said Generals' Head Coach, Bobby Reynolds. "The real credit goes to those at the Van Y Elementary School. The Parent Group continues to step to the plate with the purpose of trying to help someone that is very important to them and their school district."

"They are providing a true example of community leadership and we hope everyone will support them in their efforts," continued Reynolds. "We are very proud to have the opportunity to assist and to be involved in this very important event."

The Van Y Elementary School Parents Group is pleased by the recent developments that have taken place. "We have been looking for ways to raise additional funds to help someone very important to us," said Vice President of the Van Y Parents Group, Steve Salvics.

"This kinda fell in our lap and a very positive solution came out of a very quick conversation with the Flint Generals. We will continue to work hard right up until the game on February 28th," continues Salvics. "We send thanks to the entire organization for their efforts and dedication to this community effort."

The Flint Generals return home to Perani Arena on Saturday, February 20, 2009 versus the Fort Wayne Komets at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale for any and all regular season home games by calling Perani Arena at (810) 744-0580 or on line at www.flintgenerals.com. For more details, contact the Flint Generals by calling (810) 742-9422.



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