The Chicago Fire Soccer Club and the Chicago Fire Foundation announced today the launch of the Chicago Fire Foundation Pledge Drive, a charitable pledge program that encourages fans to donate to the club’s Foundation when the Fire score a goal, wins a match or holds an opponent scoreless. The top overall donor (s) throughout the 2011 regular season will be recognized on field at TOYOTA PARK at a 2012 Chicago Fire home game at a date to be determined. Fire supporters can begin the pledge process now by clicking here or heading to Chicago-fire.com.
Fire supporters have the ability to choose pledge increments ranging between $1 and $20 or write in their own amount for each Fire goal, win and shutout throughout the 2011 regular season. In addition to the top overall donor (s) being recognized on field, 10 additional donors will be chosen at random to receive a 2011 team autographed photo. Each and every donor will receive a certificate of appreciation.
Donors will be invoiced for payment via check or credit card twice throughout the season. One hundred percent of proceeds will benefit the Chicago Fire Foundation.
The Fire return to league play Saturday, April 9 against Seattle Sounders FC at Qwest Field at 3:00 p.m. CT on CSN. The Men in Red will return home to TOYOTA PARK to face the LA Galaxy on Sunday, April 17 at 3:00 p.m. CT (TeleFutura). Chicago Fire Season Tickets, which include a ticket to the Chicago Fire – Manchester United match at Soldier Field, are available by calling 1-888-MLS-FIRE (657-3473), or by heading to the club’s official website at Chicago-Fire.com.
ABOUT THE CHICAGO FIRE FOUNDATION
The Chicago Fire's goal on the field is to play hard and win. Its goal off the field is to contribute to the quality of life in Chicago and its surrounding communities. Through the Chicago Fire Foundation, the Fire is able to give back to the community by developing programs that reach out to Chicagoland's community. Since 1998, the Chicago Fire Foundation, the charitable arm of the Chicago Fire Major League Soccer Team, has made significant contributions to enhance the lives of disadvantaged youth throughout Chicagoland. To date, the Foundation has donated more than $1.4 million dollars in grants and contributions. The Chicago Fire Foundation raises funds through events such as the annual Season Kickoff Luncheon, the Commemorative Jersey Auction, and 50/50 Raffle. For more information about the Chicago Fire Foundation, visit www.chicago-fire.com/community.
