FUTURES and Macy’s Announce Winners of 2014 National RESPECT! Challenge
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Futures Without Violence and Macy’s Announce Winners of 2014 National RESPECT! Challenge
National grand prize winner donates $10,000 to Miami-based Dranoff 2 Piano Foundation
SAN FRANCISCO (January 14, 2014) – Today, national nonprofit Futures Without Violence and Macy’s announced the winners of the 2014 RESPECT! Challenge, an online contest that celebrates every day role models and heroes. One national grand prize winner and 12 regional winners will receive a total of $40,000 to donate to a nonprofit or school of their choice.
The national grand prize winner, BriAna Hartfield of Miami, Florida will receive a $10,000 donation, a VIP trip to New York City for the Macy’s 4th of July fireworks, and a $500 Macy’s gift card. Hartfield submitted a spoken word video about her mother, who taught her about respect, love, and strength. Hartfield will donate her prize money to Dranoff 2 Piano Foundation, a performing arts center serving the greater Miami area.
The third annual RESPECT! Challenge asked participants to share their stories by submitting a a letter or video about the person who taught them respect.
“We thank the winners for their touching and innovative entries telling us about the people in their lives who taught them the meaning of respect.” said Futures Without Violence President and Founder Esta Soler. “Now their prize donations will benefit organizations and institutions that will help shape future generations. Just in time for the holidays!”
In addition to the national grand prize winner, the 12 regional winners receive a $2,500 donation, $2,500 educational stipend, and $250 Macy’s gift card each, include:
Amy Bolton Mundell, Nebraska, Donation benefiting Voices of Hope, Lincoln
Ashly Asks, California, Donation benefiting Access SFUSD
Carolyn Edwards, Massachusetts, benefiting Community Call
Gregory Daniel, Michigan, Donation benefiting Health Delivery, Inc.
Laci Jackson, Florida, benefiting Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School
Lillian Horin, California, TEENLINE
Keri Singleton, New York, Donation benefiting Louis D. Brown Peace Institute
Patrick Doyle, Pennsylvania, benefiting Musicians on Call
Scott Dong Jin Lee, Colorado, Donation benefiting Andrew Jackson Elementary School and Santa Ana Police Athletic & Activity League
Shirin Ahlhauser, Washington, D.C., Donation benefiting Tahirih Justice Center
Jessica Moreno, Texas, Donation benefiting Texas Council on Family Violence
Amanda Peace, Kentucky. Donation benefiting Women’s Crisis Center
“We are grateful to the everyday heroes, coaches, teachers, mothers and fathers who have demonstrated a positive and lasting impact to our children’s lives and to the mission of the RESPECT! Challenge” said Martine Reardon, chief marketing officer, Macy’s.
Macy’s, the Founding National Partner of the RESPECT! Campaign, provided national support for the RESPECT! Challenge and has a strong history of support for education and awareness programs that promote positive solutions for healthy relationships. To date, Macy’s has raised more than $8 million for prevention and education programs that enlist parents, teachers, coaches and other role models to promote healthy relationships among young people.
The 2014 RESPECT! Challenge was made possible with generous support from additional partners including global digital marketing agency AKQA, online video producers and distributors Federated Media and Fullscreen.
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Futures Without Violence
Futures Without Violence is a national nonprofit organization leading groundbreaking educational programs, policies, and campaigns that empower individuals and organizations working to end violence against women and children around the world. Providing leadership from offices in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., and Boston, the Futures Without Violence has trained thousands of professionals and advocates–such as doctors, nurses, judges, athletic coaches, and other community influences–on improving responses to violence and abuse. The organization was a driving force behind the passage of the Violence Against Women Act of 1994—the nation’s first comprehensive federal response to the violence that plagues families and communities.
Macy’s
Macy’s, the largest retail brand of Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M), delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at approximately 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. Via its stores, e-commerce site, mobile and social platforms, Macy’s offers distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy’s is known for such epic events as Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Macy’s flagship stores — including Herald Square in New York City, Union Square in San Francisco, State Street in Chicago, Dadeland in Miami and South Coast Plaza in southern California — are known internationally and leading destinations for visitors. Building on a more than 150-year tradition, and with the collective support of customers and employees, Macy’s helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities giving more than $70 million each year to help make a difference in the lives of our customers.
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