Above / All the folks at Little Friends appreciate having a shot to watch the Chicago Blackhawks score many goals!
UPDATE, Oct. 8, 2017 / During the first two games of the 2017-18 season, the Blackhawks scored a total of 15 goals, keeping their competition to one goal each. (Blackhawks vs Penquins, 10-1 and Blackhawks vs Blue Jackets, 5-1)
Naperville, Illinois – October 4, 2017 / Gerald Auto Group of Naperville and North Aurora, encompassing Gerald Hyundai, Gerald Kia, Gerald Nissan and Gerald Subaru, has named Little Friends beneficiary of its radio promotion with WGN and the Chicago Blackhawks.
During the 2017-2018 hockey season, which begins on Thursday at United Center, Gerald Auto Group will donate $100 to Little Friends for every Blackhawks’ goal scored.
Mike Briggs, Little Friends’ President and CEO stated, “Gerald Auto Group and the Gerald Family have a long and dedicated history of philanthropy, including several generous gifts to Little Friends. This is just another example of Gerald Auto Group supporting our mission of empowering children and adults with special challenges, and their families, to live fulfilling lives in their communities. We couldn’t be more excited to have their support!”
Gerald Auto Group has been serving the Chicago area since 1938 and Naperville, specifically, since 1981. With seven locations between Naperville and North Aurora, the auto group believes in making meaningful contributions that impact the local community.
Doug Gerald, President of Gerald Auto Group, believes Little Friends is one of those locally impactful organizations. He added, “Little Friends is an organization that does so much good for an underserved population. The number of individuals with autism is greater than most likely realize, but the number of
people – the families and caregivers – impacted by autism is even greater than that.”
Little Friends, Inc., since 1965
Fulfilling Lives – Regardless of Challenge. At Little Friends, we believe that every one of our clients has a right to a fulfilling life of dignity, independence and respect. So do their families. That right is universal, regardless of challenge. We empower clients with autism and other developmental disabilities to thrive in our community. Our groundbreaking programs and nationally-renowned staff provide lifelong opportunities for growth, so our clients can work, learn, play and experience the joy of life’s everyday moments.
For more information, visit www.littlefriendsinc.org.
Story and photo submitted by Tom Zimmerman, Director of Development Operations, for Little Friends, Inc.
