Monday, August 08, 2011
TOTALBANK ANNOUNCED AS PRESENTING SPONSOR OF
MIAMI CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL 5K RUN/WALK
Event to Raise Funds and Awareness for Pediatric Health Care
CORAL GABLES – TotalBank, a leading consumer bank headquartered in Miami, has joined as the presenting sponsor of the Miami Children's Hospital 5K Run/Walk (MCH5K) which will be held in Coral Gables on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011 at 7:30 a.m. The route will start and finish at Coral Gables City Hall (405 Biltmore Way) and will take participants through the picturesque Granada Golf Course.
“We are proud to be the presenting sponsor of Miami Children’s Hospital 5K Run/Walk,” said Jorge Rossell, chairman and chief executive officer at TotalBank. “We are determined to do what we can to help raise awareness of Miami Children’s programming and the numerous health care issues affecting children today. We are confident that the progress made in these areas will positively impact our community,” he added.
MCH5K, presented by TotalBank is one of the largest community events in Miami Children’s Hospital’s more than 60-year history and seeks to:
- Showcase the world-class care Miami Children's provides to children throughout South Florida and beyond
- Raise awareness of Miami Children's programs and the many health care issues affecting children
- Secure funding to help Miami Children's continue growing to meet the needs of our community
“We are proud to partner with TotalBank, a leading company in South Florida, that like Miami Children’s has an international reach,” said Lucy Morillo-Agnetti, President and CEO of Miami Children's Hospital Foundation. “This partnership is a sound investment in our children’s future and we are excited to collaborate with leaders in our community as we launch our inaugural Miami Children’s Hospital 5K.”
Individual and corporate runners can register for $25 and will receive a custom dry fit shirt, a timing chip and medals for all finishers. Walkers can register for $20 and receive a walk T-shirt and medal. Awards will be given for top age group winners and the largest corporate teams.
MCH5K presented by TotalBank partners include Coca-Cola and Navarro. Sponsorship opportunities range from $500 to $20,000. To sponsor or register, please visit www.MCH5K.com or contact Lani Valido, Director of Community Relations, at 786.624.2826 or lvalido@mchf.org.
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