WEST JORDAN, Utah, Jan. 03, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union and the Utah Jazz announced today that 5 For The Fight is this season’s third recipient of “Pass It Along,” a program featuring fan nomination opportunities that rewards five local charitable organizations with $5,000 each.
5 For The Fight, which aims to raise funds to accelerate the pace of innovative cancer research, will be presented with a $5,000 donation prior to tonight’s game versus the New Orleans Pelicans at Vivint Smart Home Arena. The photo and check presentation will take place on center court at 5:00 p.m.
“Cutting-edge cancer research is expensive and requires a rallying of support,” said Lori Kun, Head of Social Impact, Qualtrics. “Cancer is a cause that will take everyone’s help to eradicate, which is why 5 For The Fight is grateful to partner with great companies like Mountain America Credit Union and researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute. It will take donations like this $5,000, along with contributions from individuals who give $5, to help eliminate cancer. 5 For The Fight is proud to continue this work in honor of those who we’ve lost to cancer and for those who are fighting now.”
In addition to the $5,000 donation, 5 For The Fight received a visit from Mountain America Credit Union President and CEO Sterling Nielsen along with tickets to tonight’s game.
Fans are encouraged to nominate local charitable groups that they feel go above and beyond in giving back to the community via www.utahjazz.com/passitalong. One winner will be announced each month through March 2018, for a total of $25,000 being donated to five deserving organizations.
About Mountain America Credit Union
With more than 710,000 members and $7 billion in assets, Mountain America Credit Union assists members on the right path to help them identify and achieve their financial dreams. Mountain America provides consumers and businesses with a variety of convenient, flexible products and services, as well as sound, timely advice. Members enjoy access to secure, cutting-edge mobile banking technology, 89 branches across five states, thousands of shared-branching locations nationwide and more than 50,000 surcharge-free ATMs. Mountain America—safely guiding you forward along your financial journey. Learn more at macu.com.
About the Utah Jazz
Founded as the 18th member of the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 1974, and located in Salt Lake City since 1979, the Utah Jazz are committed to excellence as a team and in the community. On the court, the Jazz are the third-winningest team in the NBA over the last 30 years, having won nine division titles and two Western Conference championships along with 15 seasons of 50-plus wins, and are supported by one of the most passionate fan bases in all of sports. Away from the court, the Jazz are very active in the local community and have assisted a multitude of organizations and worthy causes by way of charitable donations, service and grants through Larry H. Miller Charities. The Utah Jazz also operate the Junior Jazz program, the largest and longest-running youth basketball league in the NBA, featuring more than 55,000 players and an additional 13,000 volunteers who take part annually across seven states. For more information on the Utah Jazz, visit www.utahjazz.com.
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