Larry Miller, Chairman of the
Jordan Brand Advisory Board, To Be Honored at Petey Greene
Program's Annual 'Going Greene' Fundraiser
PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Petey Greene Program announced
its annual fundraiser, Going Greene, scheduled to take place on
September 26, 2024, at 6:00PM at Rivers Casino Philadelphia. This event promises to be an
engaging evening, bringing together PGP students, volunteers,
staff, community members, and supporters who have championed the
organization's mission of providing educational support to
currently and formerly incarcerated learners.
Going Greene is the cornerstone
event for the Petey Greene Program, highlighting the
organization's dedication to and success in fostering academic and
career success through high-quality tutoring and educational
initiatives. This year's gathering will shine a spotlight on the
intersection of sports, education, and activism, honoring
individuals who have made significant strides in criminal justice
reform through their philanthropic endeavors.
Larry Miller, Chairman of
the Jordan Brand Advisory Board (NIKE, Inc.), former President of
the Portland Trail Blazers, celebrated author of "Jump," and
criminal justice reform advocate, is the 2024 Going Greene honoree.
Miller's unwavering commitment to activism, fueled by his personal
experiences within the criminal legal system, embodies the spirit
of resilience and advocacy that defines The Petey Greene
Program.
The evening will feature an array of interactive activities,
including mingling with the Petey Greene community, a silent
auction with coveted sports memorabilia, a panel discussion led by
Miller and other leaders in this space, and program spotlights to
learn more about the work of the Petey Greene Program.
"Sports have a unique ability to transcend boundaries, bring
people together, and highlight our common humanity," said
Jeffrey Abramowitz, CEO of the Petey Greene Program. "By
celebrating the power of sports and education, we aim to underscore
the limitless potential inherent in every individual, regardless of
their past experiences."
Tickets for Going Greene are available now. For more information
and to purchase tickets, please visit the event page. For
those outside the Philadelphia
area, there is a virtual ticket option to livestream the event. The
Petey Greene Program is also hosting a watch party of the virtual
event in Washington, D.C.
For media inquiries or sponsorship opportunities, please contact
Meg Tavares at
mtavares@peteygreene.org.
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday, September 26, 2024
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Location: Rivers Casino Philadelphia (Or Virtual)
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
About The Petey Greene Program: Founded in 2008, the
Petey Greene Program (PGP) supports the academic goals of
incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people through high-quality
volunteer tutoring programs, while educating volunteers on the
injustice manifest in our carceral system and encouraging them to
engage in justice-oriented activism to reimagine the criminal legal
system. Learn more here.
Media Contact:
peteygreene@nextpr.com
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