Franchises Mean Big Business to Local and National Charities

    /24-7PressRelease/ - FRANKLIN, OH, September 24, 2007 - NiteLites of Jacksonville, the Architectural and Landscape Lighting Professionals, recently sponsored two local fundraising events that support youth sports. The 1st Annual "Strike for a Purpose" Charity Bowling event is organized by the Young Christians in Action Youth Sports (YCAYS) Parents Organization. The purpose of the event is to benefit underprivileged youth in the community who want to play competitive sports.

YCAYS is a non-profit organization dedicated to presenting sports opportunities that are an integral part of each participant's learning experience. This is done with the belief that every child should be able to participate in the program of his or her choice regardless of race, religion, creed, sex, ability, or financial status. This spirit is fostered in an environment where everyone has a chance to play and learn, regardless of skill or financial means. YCAYS' long-term goal is to give its participants positive life-long memories of their youth sports experience.

The 14th Annual Friends of Fletcher Golf tournament, which is held to raise funds for the men's and women's golf teams of Fletcher High School was another recipient of NiteLites' sponsorship. The funds will be used to help defray the cost of equipment, clothing and travel within the state of Florida.

Franchises throughout the U.S. have a measurable impact on local and national charitable organizations. NiteLites has been active at the corporate level by supporting youth sports teams, local orphanages, Lance Armstrong's Live Strong Campaign, Katrina Relief Fund, and the Ohio vs. USA High School Football Challenge. NiteLites franchisees have also actively supported charities in their communities such as Meals on Wheels, Caring for Children, the Make-a-Wish Foundation, the Susan B. Komen for the Cure, Cystic Fibrosis, the Alzheimer's Association, Boys and Girls Club, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Shelter for Abused Women, the Humane Society, and local youth soccer, football, wrestling, and baseball programs to name a few.

The International Franchise Association (IFA) recognized that franchising brings big-business know-how to the small business owner. Thus, no matter how large the franchise system is, it can have a positive impact at the local level through its franchisees. Local owners of McDonald's, Cold Stone Creamery, Ben and Jerry's, and countless others continue to dramatically impact their communities throughout the U.S. with their phenomenal charitable generosity including significant contributions of time, products, and of course financial commitments.

NiteLites of Jacksonville, operated by Mr. Trevor Rosendahl, has been active in their support of worthwhile local projects. Mr. Rosendahl said that he feels businesses operating in a community have a responsibility to do their part to ensure that positive opportunities are presented to the youth of that community. Mr. Rosendahl also explained, "Supporting Jacksonville youth programs, just makes sense. It has been said for years, 'These kids are our future.' And of course this is true. The time to invest in them (children) is now."

National outdoor lighting franchise, NiteLites, is an industry leader in the low voltage outdoor landscape lighting field specializing in both residential and commercial installations. The company has been in business since 1998, and has grown from a single office operation to a nationwide franchise operation with more than 30,000 installations. Their locations include: NiteLites Outside Lighting Professionals have businesses in many states throughout the U.S. including: Aiken, Asheville, Atlanta 30269, Augusta, Bradenton 34209, Bernardsville, Brentwood 37027, Bridgewater 08807, Boca Raton 33433, Bonita Springs 34135, Central New Jersey 08857, Cape Coral 33914, Centerville, Charleston 29412, Charlotte 28269, Chicago, Cincinnati, Clearwater, Columbia 29212, Columbus 43230, Covington, East Brunswick, Dayton, Fort Myers 33908, Fort Lauderdale 33326, Franklin, Greenville, Hilliard 43026 , Houston 77095, Indianapolis, Jacksonville, 33458 Jupiter, Katy 77450 Lima, Livingston, Madison, Maryland, Middle Tennessee 37075, Millburn, Morristown, Mt. Pleasant 29464, Myrtle Beach, Naples 34109, Nashville 37221, Newport, New Provident, Northern Kentucky, Northern Virginia, Oxford, Philadelphia, Sanibel, Sarasota 34243, Southeast Michigan, Spartanburg, Springboro 45066, St. Louis, St. Petersburg, Toledo, Tampa 33647, Valrico 33594, Venice 34293, Wilmington, Washington, DC, Watchung, West Caldwell, West Orange, Westerville 43081, and West Palm Beach 33414.

Each location is locally owned and operated and offers complete outdoor lighting service - including expert lighting design, professional installation, outdoor lighting repair, and also a comprehensive maintenance plan.

NiteLites Outdoor Lighting of Jacksonville is a member in good standing with the Northeast Florida Builders Association (www.nefba.com); the Better Business Bureau of Northeast Florida (www.jacksonville.bbb.org); the Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce (www.myjaxchamber.com), and the Ponte Vedra Beach Chamber of Commerce (www.pontevedrachamber.org. ). For more information on NiteLites Architectural and Landscape Lighting of Jacksonville, call 1-866-NITELITES (1-866-648-3548), or visit http://www.nitelites.com/franchise_locations/Jacksonville_Outdoor_Lights.asp.

Jacksonville outdoor lighting contractors, NiteLites, offers outdoor lighting design, installation, outdoor lighting repair, and maintenance to keep their rugged outdoor lighting fixtures in top shape.

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