CONTACT: Linda Wayne, 336-676-7269

Destination ImagiNation, Inc.

lwayne@dihq.org

 

Briana Curran, 508-253-0203

Staples Foundation for Learning, Inc.

Briana.curran@staples.com

 

Destination ImagiNation Receives Support

From Staples Foundation for Learning

 

GLASSBORO, NJ(February 12, 2007) –Destination ImagiNation (DI), a non-profit organization that develops creative problem solving skills in young people, announced today it has received a $10,000 grant from Staples Foundation for Learning. This grant will support Destination Imagination’s educational programs that enable students from kindergarten through college to participate in projects that develop the skills necessary for academic, job and personal success.

“This grant will be used to further our mission to teach creativity, teamwork, innovation, project management and other important life skills to our participants in all 50 states and 19 countries,” said Bob Purifico, president, Destination ImagiNation. “Staples Foundation for Learning’s gift will touch many lives in a positive way.”

“Destination ImagiNation’s programs help youth develop the skills necessary to help increase their future educational and career opportunities,” said Joy Errico, spokesperson for Staples Foundation for Learning. “Staples Foundation for Learning supports this program that makes a positive impact on youth throughout the world.”

About Destination ImagiNation

Destination ImagiNation’s creative problem solving programs are created by a staff of educators, PhDs, school principals and teachers to facilitate the development of a child’s critical thinking and creative problem solving skills in a fun and nurturing environment. Now in its 25 th year, Destination ImagiNation is a program of Destination Imagination Inc., a 501c3 non profit corporation which has facilitated challenge programs for millions of youth worldwide.” For more information, please visit www.destinationimagination.org.

About Staples Foundation for Learning

The mission of Staples Foundation for Learning Inc. is to teach, train and inspire. Founded in 2002, the foundation has contributed nearly $9 million to national and local charities that provide educational opportunities and job skills for all people, with a special emphasis on disadvantaged youth. Staples Foundation for Learning has also developed lasting relationships with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Earth Force, Hispanic Heritage Foundation and the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City. In 2006, Staples Foundation for Learning expanded its reach globally by teaming with Ashoka, an organization that develops and supports social entrepreneurs around the world. For more information about the foundation or how to apply for a grant, please visit www.staplesfoundation.org.

 

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