07/20/2010

Contact: Allison Thomas (219) 464-9621 ext. 239

Opportunity Enterprises Seeking Volunteers for Annual Pack-a-thon

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: July 20, 2010 Contact: Allison Thomas Events and Stewardship Manager (219) 464-9621, ext. 239 allison.thomas@oppent.org Photo Caption: Volunteers pack at the 2009 OE Pack-a-thon Opportunity Enterprises Seeking Volunteers for Annual Pack-a-thon Opportunity Enterprises is seeking volunteers for its annual Pack-a-thon, which will take place on September 25 at OE's main facility at 2801 Evans Avenue in Valparaiso, from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, or until packing is complete. 800 volunteers are needed to pack over 45,000 runner bags for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Scout troops, corporate teams, youth groups, sports teams, school clubs and organizations, or groups of friends and family are all welcome to participate. Individual volunteers are also welcome. Volunteers must be at least 8 years of age. The day will include music, lunch, and lots of high energy fun. Volunteers are required to pre-register at www.oppent.org by clicking on the Pack-a-thon "Register" button. Volunteers are asked to arrive at 8:00 and stay until packing is complete. To find out more about the event, contact OE Volunteer and Intern Coordinator Cathy Kuchenmeister at 219-464-9621, ext. 283, or cathy.kuchenmeister@oppent.org. Since 1967, OE has been a non-profit organization which creates sustainable life choices and opportunities for individuals with unique challenges and abilities. Today, OE serves 1,100 adults and children with disabilities in Porter County and throughout Northwest Indiana. For more information, visit www.oppent.org. END