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Fit-for-Me Foundation
Contact Name: Ashley Wolf
Phone: 214-699-8052
Email: Ashleywolf@gmail.com
DALLAS,
Monday, March 1st, 2010– Sara Alvarez Casares is Fit-for-Me’s newest intern.
Sara has been a teacher at Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women’s Leadership School in Dallas ISD for 2 years. Sara coaches’ basketball and volleyball for the middle school teams and helps with fundraising to keep the teams running. She has been a tutor and has also worked with students dealing with truancy.
Sara is completing her Master’s in Kinesiology from Dallas Baptist University and holds a Bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University in Kinesiology with a minor in Outdoor Education.
Sara is passionate about introducing fitness and healthy living to children and young adults. Her goal is to become a professor at the college level but is always willing to explore where life may take her.
To obtain information on Fit-for-Me Foundation’s internship opportunities, programs, become a donor and/or to become a partner, send an e-mail with contact information to info@fit-for-me.org or visit www.fit-for-me.org. Fit-for-Me is a registered 501(c)(3) organization.
Donations may be made on the foundation's official web site at www.fit-for-me.org. Checks may be made payable to:
Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc.
25 Highland Park Village
Suite 100-726
Dallas, TX 75205
DALLAS, April 4, 2008– Fit-for-Me Foundation has recognized LeAnne Malouf, COO of All Smiles Dental & Orthodontics with
its Truest Professional Award. This award acknowledges an exemplary demonstration of time, resources and passionate advocacy towards
children’s fitness & wellness programs and services in the community by an individual or organization.
"Fit-for-Me Foundation believes in acknowledging the contributions and efforts of people, communities, and organizations for service in the area of kid’s health and fitness, and our Truest Professional Award is our way of doing just that," said Don Miguel, Chairman and CEO. "We believe that LeAnne’s sincere desire to help make a difference is without question, she is a great ambassador for kid’s well-being, fitness and overall health."
LeAnne Malouf is the second individual to receive the award. To nominate an individual or organization for Fit-for-Me Foundation’s Truest Professional Award, contact us at info@fit-for-me.org.
About Fit-for-Me Foundation
Fit-for-Me Foundation was created in March of 2006 by Don-Miguel, a nationally recognized fitness & wellness professional with over 16 years experience. The foundation’s mission is to advocate and advance fitness & wellness programs and services directed to better the lives of young people (K-College).
To obtain information on Fit-for-Me Foundation’s
programs and services, become a donor and/or partner, send an e-mail with contact information to
info@fit-for-me.org or visit www.fit-for-me.org. Fit-for-Me is a registered 501(c)(3) organization.
Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc.
25 Highland Park Village
Suite 100-726
Dallas, TX 75205
About All Smile Dental & Orthodontics
All Smiles Dental and Orthodontics is family owned and operated, and is committed to excellence in the areas of patient satisfaction, quality dental care community dental awareness and employee development. With 15 locations to serve the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, All Smiles is known for its friendly service and bilingual staff.
All Smiles reaches over 100,000 people a year through a strong community outreach programs. All Smiles participates in over 200 community events per year, volunteers on various coalitions and committees including the Children’s Health Insurance Program Coalition, Children’s Oral Health Coalition and others and as an added bonus can provide complimentary oral health presentations to schools and organizations.
Visit: www.allsmilesdentalcenters.com
September 1, 2007
Fit-for-Me Foundation, announces the first recipient of its Educational/Scholarship program geared to encourage fitness and wellness education in young people.
Morgan Delaine Harpole is from Lindale, TX and graduate of Lindale High, class
of 2007. She has lettered all four years in Softball and Basketball and one year
in Volleyball. Morgan enjoys the outdoors and being active, she loves to work out
and strives to make herself both a better athlete and live a healthier
lifestyle.
“I am a very driven individual and I try to push myself to reach goals that most other people would never dream about,” says Morgan. Currently a freshman at Mississippi College in Clinton, Mississippi (MS), Morgan is studying Kinesiology with a secondary study in Nutrition.
While at MC, she will also play Division III Varsity softball. “I plan to graduate in the fall of 2011 with a degree in Fitness and Sport Science and hope to become a Strength and Conditioning coach for young athletes. I want to give the world of Athletic Performance Enhancement a woman's point of view,” remarks Morgan.
To obtain information on Fit-for-Me Foundation’s Scholarship programs, become a donor and/or to become a partner, send an e-mail with contact information to info@fit-for-me.org or visit http://www.fit-for-me.org/scholarships.htm .
Donations may be made on the foundation's official web site at
www.fit-for-me.org. Checks may be made payable to “Fit-for-Me Foundation” and
sent to:
Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc.
25 Highland Park Village
Suite 100-726
Dallas, TX 75205
Tuesday, January 22, 2007
Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc., Ready for e-Commerce.
DALLAS, January 22, 2007 – Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc., announced today its plan to further promote childhood obesity education by introducing the organization’s very own line of merchandise. The new products will be sold on the website www.fit-for-me.org. They will include Fit-for-Me Foundation’s signature t-shirts and orange-colored wristbands with the foundation’s tagline “Get Ready, Get Set, Get Fit!” which demonstrates the urgency and purpose of the organization’s mission. Also in the works are a kids’ line of wristbands and t-shirts and, finally, fun items for man’s best friend.
According to Don Miguel, Fit-for-Me stands apart from other educational organizations and foundations in its laser-focused, pioneering approach of stomping out childhood obesity not just in America, but also internationally through simple yet effective fitness and nutrition methods.
“We are hoping,” Don Miguel said, “that our ‘Store Page’ on the website will help in promoting awareness and sparking a call to action around the international epidemic of childhood obesity.”
Visit the online store at www.fit-for-me.org/store.htm . T learn how you can help make a difference, send an e-mail with your contact information to info@fit-for-me.org, or visit www.fit-for-me.org.
Tuesday, January 22, 2007
Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc., launches its grants scholarship program.
DALLAS, January 22, 2007 – Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc., launches it’s grant scholarship program geared to encourage fitness and wellness education in young people and plans to offer 5 scholarships with May 10th application deadline in its first year of its grant program inception ranging from $500 - $1500.
“This opportunity was not available to me when I was in school, so it is with great anticipation and excitement that Fit-for-Me Foundation has elected to help kids further their education and passion,” notes Don-Miguel.
As part of the foundation's mission of mentorship and education, Fit-for-Me Foundation has raised the standard on helping young people achieve their educational goals. This pioneering effort paves the way for the next generation of innovators, leaders and trailblazers.
“We aim to provide the tools and resources that will motivate and inspire young people to develop their minds,” remarks Don-Miguel.
To obtain information on Fit-for-Me Foundation’s Scholarship programs, become a donor and/or to become a partner, send an e-mail with contact information to info@fit-for-me.org or visit www.fit-for-me.org/programs.htm.
Donations may be made on the foundation's official web site at www.fit-for-me.org. Checks may be made payable to “Fit-for-Me Foundation” and sent to:
Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc.
25 Highland Park Village
Suite 100-726
Dallas, TX 75205;
Collin County Kids Sports Scoop (Dec 06/Jan 07 Issue, Page 5) "Get Ready, Get Set, Get Fit!" (1MB PDF)
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Media Contact: Kendall Ramirez, Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc., 214-533-7013
kendall@fit-for-me.org
Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc., forms partnership with The Transition Resource Action Center (TRAC)--Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) for young people.
DALLAS, TX, November 16, 2006 – Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc., today announced that it has partnered with The Transition Resource Action Center (TRAC)-- Preparation for Adult Living (PAL) to participate in speaking engagements on fitness & wellness in various locations around the DFW area.
"Fitness & wellness are two components of our life skills classes that are so important to our young people,” said Carly Ryan, PAL Training Assistant. “Having Don-Miguel present to our class awakened the students about the challenges and opportunities that are in front of them when it comes to their health and well-being."
"My hope is that we can form a close partnership so that long-term results can
be analyzed and achieved in regard to physical health and wellness of young
people. Goal-setting, mentoring, empowerment and guidance are essential to
ensuring young people live healthy lives and pass on that richness to the next
generation. I believe that Fit-for-Me Foundation can lay the foundation for a
stronger and healthier tomorrow," added Carly Ryan.
Carly also noted, “The group of young people we work with (foster kids) might
not ever have learned about balanced diets, the importance of exercise and the
benefits to the physical and emotional being, nor have they learned about the
tangible things they can do to take charge of their bodies and lead healthier
lives. In partnership with Fit-for-Me Foundation, I believe we can reach these
young people before it’s too late.” Don-Miguel commented, “This is a belief that
TRAC and Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc. both share from a short and long term
view.”
The Transition Resource Action Center (TRAC) is a one-stop center that offers access to affordable housing, livable-wage jobs and a safety net for young adults transitioning out of substitute care. TRAC operates as a program of Central Dallas Ministries.
Fit-for-Me Foundation’s mission is to advocate and advance physical fitness & wellness throughout one’s life by educating and mentoring the young people in America (K- through college). Together with major philanthropic institutions and corporations, the foundation seeks to bring physical fitness & wellness resources and programs, underlining the obesity epidemic, to the young people of the Greater Dallas metro community.
For more information, visit TRAC at www.traconline.org and Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc. at www.fit-for-me.org.
Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc. Announces Formation of Dallas-based Nonprofit Dedicated to Serving Young People
DALLAS, TX, May 10, 2006 – Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc., created in March 2006 by Don-Miguel, founder of Don Miguel Fitness, is recognized as a nonprofit public charity under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The foundation’s mission is to advocate and advance physical fitness & wellness throughout one’s life by educating and mentoring the young people in America (K- through college). Together with major philanthropic institutions and corporations, the foundation seeks to bring physical fitness & wellness resources and programs, underlining the obesity epidemic, to the young people of the Greater Dallas metro community.
Fit-for-Me Foundation’s vision involves appointing representatives from the fitness & wellness community, such as aerobics instructors, personal trainers and managers, massage therapists, sports figures, and celebrities, who volunteer their time and experience by speaking with students concerning overall health, fitness & wellness career possibilities, and motivation to pursue and maintain a healthy lifestyle. “I believe that it is our responsibility to step up to the plate and use our most valuable resources - people who can and will make a difference on an ongoing basis and who also see this as a fantastic opportunity to simply give back,” remarks Don-Miguel, President & CEO.
"The Fit-for-Me Foundation sees physical fitness & wellness as the next frontier of how to invest in young people to help them reach higher educational and personal fitness goals. Considering that young people are becoming more obese, I believe that a community approach, focused on involvement in activities, is the key to developing the health and well-being of a physically-fit individual. So I am appealing to a wide range of partners and sponsors for support in furthering the foundation’s programs and services," notes Don-Miguel.
Fit-for-Me Foundation’s goals are to: (1) recognize the value of young people and education in our communities; (2) provide a comprehensive formula to lead better and healthier lives, including direction and incentives to work out, via speaking engagements by current fitness & wellness experts, sports figures and celebrities; (3) create awareness of career opportunities available in the fitness & wellness industry; (4) provide real-life experience in varying professional paths in the fitness & wellness industry through internships and other programs; and (5) develop concrete plans for the pursuit of further education or a career in the fitness & wellness field. As the number of young people served by the programs increases, the foundation hopes to encourage and direct more public financing for fitness & wellness programs.
Fit-for-Me Foundation welcomes partners and sponsors who are committed to investing substantial funds to fitness & wellness initiatives, in accordance with the foundation’s mission, purpose, and goals, over the next 4 years. The foundation expects to raise approximately $2.7 million during this time.
To obtain information on Fit-for-Me Foundation’s programs and/or to become a partner, send an e-mail with contact information to info@fit-for-me.org or visit www.fit-for-me.org.
Donations may be made on the foundation's official web site at www.fit-for-me.org. Checks may be made payable to “Fit-for-Me Foundation” and sent to:
Fit-for-Me Foundation, Inc.
25 Highland Park Village
Suite 100-726
Dallas, TX 75205
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