Nike Donates to US West playground project

­­FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE     

Contact:     Jeanne Palombo

                    United Services

                    636-926-2700

UNITED SERVICES EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Receives Grant from NIKE

St. Peters, MO October 3, 2011 — United Services today announced it has received a $1,000 donation from NIKE in support of the playground renovation project at the agency’s location in Dardenne Prairie (US West).  The funds will be added to other corporate grants and individual donations to assist United Services in updating and improving the surface and playground amenities so children of all abilities can safely enjoy and participate on it.

US-West Site Director, Leslie Tucker noted “This financial assistance from NIKE will help US in our efforts to enhance the existing playground surface which has been in need of replacement for some time.  In addition, we are hoping to expand the playground to include outdoor classrooms which will provide wonderful “hands on” learning opportunities for all the students we serve.”

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About United Services

            United Services Early Childhood Center creates an inclusive educational environment that values children of all abilities, in partnership with our community.  Since 1975, United Services has been providing programs and services to preschool children of all abilities in St. Charles County and most recently in Warren County.  Over 00 students were served in 2010-11.  For more information about United Services, visit www.unitedsrvcs.org.