In Rhode
Island,
Attorney General Patrick Lynch, an alumnus of the Boys & Girls Club of Pawtucket,
Providence Mayor David Cicilline and Warwick Mayor Scott Avedisian
were among the featured speakers at the partnership announcement at
the Fox Point Boys & Girls Club in Providence. "This is an
example of great corporate citizenship," said AG Lynch. "I'd
like to commend Cox Communications for stepping up to the plate and
hitting a home run for the children of Rhode Island. I know from personal
experience how much the Boys & Girls Clubs offer to youngsters.
Now, thanks to Cox, they'll be able to offer our kids even more."
Providence, which has five branch locations, serves more than 3,300
youth in the capital city.
“
Providence is proud to share in today’s announcement between
Cox Communications and the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, home
of the country’s oldest ongoing Boys & Girls Club here in
Fox Point. We understand the important role this organization has had
in the city in offering a safe and fun learning environment for our
children,” said Mayor Cicilline. “Together we can continue
to build even more exciting opportunities for you youth.”
" Technology ranks among our top magnets drawing kids into today's Boys & Girls
Clubs. What Cox Communications, in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of
America, is making possible for our kids -- especially high-speed Internet access
-- is optimal use of computers now that plants the seeds for life-long appreciation
and utilization,” said Anne Stern, Executive Director of Boys & Girls
Clubs of Providence. |
| “Our
youngsters, many with limited or no access to computers outside
of school, will grow into adults who will naturally gravitate
to technology, whether for education, business, or recreation.
We are thrilled to welcome Cox Communications as our partner." |
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| Cox NE GM
Paul Cronin and Attorney General Patrick Lynch at the partnership
announcement in Rhode Island. |
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