MEMPHIS, TN--(Marketwired - January 08, 2015) - The management of BRIDGES is pleased to announce a $75,000 gift from ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (
"We are ecstatic about ServiceMaster's support," said Cynthia Ham, president and CEO of BRIDGES. "This is a substantial investment in the future of Memphis and the company's commitment to fostering connections in diverse groups and developing young leaders in the community is in lock-step with the core principles of BRIDGES."
The gift will support the BRIDGES annual fund, student sponsorships and the 2015 YOUnified event, an annual youth festival, organized by Bridge Builders® who have recently completed summer conferences. The event allows students to reconnect with one another prior to the start of the school year. In addition to the gift, Bill Derwin, president, Terminix, and a father of three, will join the BRIDGES Board of Trustees.
"BRIDGES is doing something special and impactful in Memphis," said Bill Derwin. "They are ensuring that the future thought-leaders of this city have shared experiences early on; and that they are making connections with individuals from every part of this vibrant community."
The Memphis-based not-for-profit began in 1922 and is dedicated to inspiring diverse young people to become confident and courageous leaders committed to community transformation. The programs and initiatives developed by BRIDGES aim to transform young people who will play a positive role in making Memphis and the world a better place.
About BRIDGES
BRIDGES, the premiere youth leadership development and diversity appreciation organization in the Mid-South region, serves more than 5,000 students each year through its CONNECT, COLLABORATE and CHANGE programs. Its mission is to unite and inspire diverse young people to become confident and courageous leaders committed to community transformation. Students in grades 7-12 are eligible to participate regardless of school affiliation, socio-economic status, racial or religious background.
About ServiceMaster
ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (
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CONTACTS:
BRIDGES:
Staci Franklin
(901) 260-3779