Contact Information: Contact: Alyssa Nightingale 631-367-8599 anight@att.net
LONG ISLAND, NY--(Marketwire - June 16, 2008) - The weather may have been damp and cold,
however, that didn't stop over 50 Realtors® to help economically
disadvantaged children on Long Island. The Long Island Board of
Realtors® (LIBOR) joined forces with Rebuilding Together LI and HGTV to
refurbish the Hagedorn Community Center playground to provide a safe and
enjoyable environment for disadvantaged children and families.
This unique project was selected as part of Change the World - Start at
Home, a community revitalization and environmental cause effort launched by
HGTV in partnership with Rebuilding Together, National Trust for Historic
Preservation and the Natural Resources Defense Council. The campaign
focuses on revitalizing communities across the country and helping
consumers make smart choices within their homes and daily lives. Realtors
generously supported this unique effort by donating their time and
facilitating logistics to enable the work to be completed. Martin Viette
Nurseries donated plantings to beautify the playground and Jim Kelly,
Principal Manager and Chief Executive Officer of JVKellyGroup, Inc.
provided lunch for all volunteers.
The Hagedorn Community Center was originally built in 1929 as a public
school. Until the 1960's the school was segregated, serving a
predominantly African American population. Eventually the building was
closed and re-opened as a community center helping "at risk" youngsters in
Manhasset/Great Neck achieve success by providing support for children and
their families. Activities include a Head Start program, after school and
family support programs, teen youth council and AA meetings.
LIBOR's participation is one of many community initiatives from the
organization's "We're More Than Realtors" campaign. The campaign showcases
the support Realtors provide to communities and not-for-profit
organizations. "Community service is one way that we, as Realtors®, can
make a significant difference within our neighborhoods," explained Mohsen
Zandieh, LIBOR 2008 President. "We were thrilled to spearhead this effort
and do our part to make our communities extraordinary places to live and
work," added Joe Sinnona, Co-Chairperson of LIBOR's PR Committee.
Rebuilding Together LI is dedicated to restoring homes of economically
disadvantaged homeowners so they may continue to live in comfort with
dignity and independence. According to Sol Goldstein, President, "LIBOR
enables us to continue to help people in need and further our mission."
LIBOR is a non-profit trade association consisting of more than 25,000 real
estate professionals. It is the largest local Realtor Board in the
country with ten Chapters in Nassau, Suffolk and Queens Counties.
