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Quarterly e-Newsletter from the Shane Victorino Foundation                  SPRING/SUMMER 2012

Message from Shane and Melissa 


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Our Foundation has been buzzing with activity over the past few months. Our 3rd annual Fashion Show is in less than a week and we are thrilled to have Neiman Marcus and Caesars Atlantic City joining us as presenting sponsors. We can't wait to see our teammates, their wives and other celebs walk the runway and we will also be honoring two incredible individuals and humanitarians with our Harry Kalas Award and Shane Victorino Foundation Leadership Award.

 

We are excited to announce that even if you're not able to attend in person, everyone can take part in the festivities by joining us through a live video stream on our website and following our Twitter feed. See the full story below for details!

 

We're pleased to share these updates with you and thank you for being an important part of our cause! Together, we are making a difference in the lives of so many in need.


Aloha,


Melissa and Shane Victorino 

OUR WORK


Flyin' Hawaiian All-Stars

Each season, SVF hosts local children's groups at a Phillies home game, providing them with game tickets, concessions, t-shirts and a chance to meet Shane on the field during batting practice! In 2012, we have hosted four groups through this program thus far, including ScoutReach (part of the Boy Scouts), Project HOME, EducationWorks and North Camden Jr RBI League. These organizations serve underprivileged children in a variety of ways and we were glad to provide this once-in-a-lifetime experience for them!

 

Philanthropy Summit

PBJ SummitShane was the keynote speaker at the Philadelphia Business Journal's Corporate Philanthropy Summit on April 26. He spoke about the importance of charity, what the Foundation's work means to him, as well as why he wanted to give back to the Philadelphia community, in front of an audience of 400 guests representing local corporations and non-profits. In reference to the Shane Victorino Nicetown Boys & Girls Club, Shane said that although he planned on playing for the Phillies for the rest of his career, even if he couldn't, he was proud that there would always be a place his children could come back to, "and they could say, 'this is what my dad did.'"

 

Our Story

Take a look at our new Foundation video (courtesy of Center City Film and Video) to hear Shane talk about his inspiration for starting the Foundation, as well as his dream for the future!

 

Honored

Shane was honored by the Freire Charter School for his philanthropic work at their Bridge to Wisdom reception on April 9. In addition, Shane and Melissa were recently honored with the Community Impact Award from the Community Partnership School on April 26. 

 

Freire Charter School
Bridge to Wisdom
Community Impact Award
Community Impact Award

 

MAKE A DIFFERENCE


Donor SpotlightFoundation car

You may have seen our Foundation car (pictured right) around Philly. This was made possible by the generosity of Winner Ford and Sign-A-Rama Philadelphia Center City. We are incredibly grateful for their support!

 

A Loving Tribute

We would like to express our gratitude to the Columbo family, for requesting that donations be made to SVF in lieu of flowers, in memory of Russell Columbo, Sr. Thank you to all those who have made a contribution. With their support, over $5,000 was collected to help further our efforts to provide opportunities to children in need. We extend our deepest condolences to the Columbo family and appreciate this very kind and generous gesture.

 

#StolenBaseChallenge

The 2012 #StolenBaseChallenge was created by friends of the Shane Victorino Foundation as a unique way to tie in Shane's on-the-field success with the Foundation's fundraising. Through the program, participants donate a set amount for each base stolen by Shane throughout the 2012 Major League Baseball season.


To participate in the 2012 #stolenbasechallenge, please complete this form and return to us. Updates will be provided throughout the season through our Facebook, Twitter and website. On behalf of the children who will benefit from the Shane Victorino Foundation, mahalo (thank you)!

OUR EVENTS

 

2012 Fashion Show logo3rd Annual All-Star Celebrity Fashion Show 
Your favorite Phillies' stars, their wives, sports personalities and entertainers will be modeling the latest men's and women's high fashion designs down the catwalk at the upcoming All-Star Celebrity Fashion Show, presented by Neiman Marcus and Caesars Atlantic City, on June 18, 2012.
 
The event has SOLD OUT, but you can still be a part of the festivities by visiting our website shanevictorinofoundation.org on Monday, June 18 at 7pm (EDT) for a LIVE video stream of the show!
 
Shane, Melissa, celebrity guests and other attendees will be Tweeting during the show using the hashtag #victorinofashionshow. Follow Shane @shanevictorino, Melissa @MsFlyinHawaiian and our Foundation @svictorinofdtn!

SAVE THE DATE
5th annual Celebrity Dinner and Golf Classic
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Wailea, Maui, HI
 
For more information, please contact Lisa Young by email or phone (310) 722-1590, or visit our website for updates!
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Our Work
Make a Difference
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In the News

 

Kama'aina Mag cover
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Shane and Melissa Victorino - Living Aloha


FOX PSA
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FOX Sports PSA for BGCA

 

Click to read article

Corporate Philanthropy Summit

 

rally
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Phillies Rally at Shane Victorino B&G Club

 

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