SOURCE:Sanofi
DESCRIPTION:
Since its inception in 2004, the Pocono Mountains Community Fundraiser has grown to be the largest single fundraiser event in Monroe County, giving back more than $2 million to the community. More than 480 community enthusiasts attended this year’s event, titled “Keeping It Close to Home.” Event founder, Diamond Sponsor and host Sanofi Pasteur once again covered all event costs. As a result, 100 percent of ticket sales and sponsorships directly benefitted the non-profit recipients.
To learn more about one of this year’s recipients, American Red Cross of the Pocono Mountains, click on the following link to view media coverage from WBRE-TV/WYOU-TV/Eyewitness News: http://www.pahomepage.com/news/fundraiser-helps-fire-victims
To learm more about the Pocono Mountains Community Fundraiser, click here: http://3blmedia.com/News/2016-Pocono-Mountains-Community-Fundraiser
Through the funds provided, The Red Cross will continue its Home Fire Campaign, which aims to reduce fire-related injuries and deaths in Monroe County homes. The Red Cross will also continue its Pillowcase Project, which teaches local children emergency preparedness and stress-coping skills.
The American Red Cross of the Pocono Mountains website is: http://www.redcross.org/local/pennsylvania/eastern-pennsylvania/find-your-local-chapter/poconos
KEYWORDS: Volunteerism & Community Engagement, Philanthropy, Sanofi, Sanofi Pasteur, Pocono Mountains, Red Cross, WBRE-TV, WYOU-TV, community fundraiser, csr, Corporate Social Responsibility, Monroe County
