NBCUniversal Grants Holiday Wishes In Stamford

STAMFORD, CT - From NBCUniversal: On Thursday, December 14, NBCUniversal employees donated more than 150 toys to the Boys & Girls Club of Stamford, as part of the company’s annual Holiday Toy Drive.

Fifty NBCUniversal employees volunteered to participate in the drive; each employee received a personalized “wish card” from a child at the Boys & Girls Club that specified which toys he or she would like to receive. All of the children who filled out wish cards participate in after-school programming at the Boys & Girls Club of Stamford.

“Our team at the Stamford Media Center constantly looks for new ways to give back to the Stamford community, but this annual event is definitely a favorite,” said Vinnie Fusco, Vice President and General Manager of Production. “The Boys & Girls Club is a tremendous community partner and we are thrilled to host this toy drive for them for the fourth year in a row.”

In addition to the wish card program, NBCUniversal also purchased extra toys to be donated to other children at the club.

“The Boys & Girls Club of Stamford is always thrilled to return to the Stamford Media Center for this annual event,” said Mike Cotela, Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Stamford. “We’d like to thank the NBCUniversal team not only for fulfilling our children’s’ wish lists, but for inviting us in and enjoying time together to celebrate the season. We look forward to continuing our relationship with NBC throughout 2018.”

About the Boys & Girls Club of Stamford:
The Boys & Girls Club of Stamford serves over 1,600 youth annually with an average daily attendance of 500 members from Kindergarten through Twelfth grade at two club locations in Stamford: the Mary C. Rich Clubhouse and the Yerwood Center. The Club’s mission is to help the youth of Stamford, especially those who need us most, reach their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens. The Club provides young people with a safe environment in which to learn, grow, and develop positive relationships with peers and caring adults. Over 50 programs are offered throughout the year focused through five core areas: Character & Leadership Development, Education & Career Development, Arts, Health & Life Skills, and Sports & Recreation. The Boys & Girls Club of Stamford raises over 95% of the operating budget from individuals, companies, foundations, and government grants in order to fund our mission and continue to make an impact in the lives of the youth in our community. For information on how to donate go to www.bgcastamford.org or call our Club at 203-324-0594.

About NBCUniversal Domestic Television Distribution:
NBCUniversal Domestic Television Distribution is responsible for the production, sales and distribution of NBCUniversal products to broadcast television within the United States. The division develops and produces first-run programming and distributes these shows, along with off-network content, in broadcast syndication. Current first-run broadcast syndicated programming includes “Steve,” “Harry,” “Access Hollywood,” “Access Hollywood Live,” “Maury,” “The Jerry Springer Show” and “The Steve Wilkos Show.” In addition, the division distributes the retro television broadcast network, Cozi TV and weekend syndicated series “On the Money” and “Open House.” Current off-network programming includes “American Ninja Warrior,” “Law & Order: Criminal Intent,” “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” and “Dateline.”

Photo courtesy of NBCUniversal, Boys & Girls Club of Stamford