LAS VEGAS, Sept. 12, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant
(NASDAQ: ALGT) announced its annual in-flight fundraiser to support
the National Breast Cancer Foundation during an event at the
airline's Las Vegas headquarters
today. B-roll and photos can be downloaded here.
Throughout October, proceeds from the in-flight sale of pink
refreshments – pink lemonade and pink margaritas – will be donated
to the foundation. Crew members will also don special pink attire
to demonstrate their support for the cause.
This is the eighth year that the Las
Vegas-based airline will raise money for National Breast
Cancer Foundation. In that time, Allegiant has donated more than
$100,000 to support the foundation's
mission, which is to provide help and inspire hope to those
affected by breast cancer through early detection, education, and
support services.
"Our flight crew members love October because this is such a
meaningful cause to them," said Tracy Tulle, Allegiant's senior
vice president of flight crew operations. "Either they've been
personally affected by breast cancer or they have a friend or
family member who has fought the battle. Every year, they
hear stories first-hand from our customers about how grateful they
are for the chance to support the cause simply by buying a pink
drink or making a donation onboard. We are very proud to help our
partners at the National Breast Cancer Foundation in the fight
against this terrible disease."
Breast cancer is among the leading health issues women face in
the United States. One in eight
women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. There
is currently no known cure for it. Early diagnosis and timely
treatment is critical to survival.
The National Breast Cancer Foundation supports the communities
where Allegiant operates by funding outreach and treatment programs
at local hospitals in cities such as Las
Vegas, Tampa, and
Los Angeles. Among the programs
their grants fund are screenings and treatment for uninsured and
underinsured women.
"Awareness, access to mammograms, and timely treatment make a
substantial difference in the survival rate of those affected by
breast cancer," said Ken Ramirez,
senior vice president of charitable giving at The National Breast
Cancer Foundation. "Allegiant recognizes this and their
long-standing support demonstrates their powerful commitment to
this cause."
The pink refreshments that will be available for passengers to
purchase on Allegiant flights include Minute Maid Pink Lemonade for
$2 and Jose Cuervo Pink Lemonade
Margarita for $7.
In-flight crews have the option of wearing pink scarves, ties,
belts, lanyards and other pink-themed apparel during October
flights.
Allegiant Travel Company
Las Vegas-based Allegiant
(NASDAQ: ALGT) is an integrated travel company with an airline at
its heart, focused on connecting customers with premier leisure
experiences - from vacations to hometown family entertainment.
Since 1999, Allegiant Air has linked travelers in small-to-medium
cities to world-class vacation destinations with all-nonstop
flights and industry-low average fares. Today, Allegiant serves
more than 450 routes across the country, with base airfares less
than half the cost of the average domestic roundtrip ticket.
Allegiant's Sunseeker Resorts subsidiary is currently under
construction with its inaugural resort property, Sunseeker Resort
Charlotte Harbor in Southwest
Florida - a unique waterside integrated resort like no
other. And a growing group of Allegiant Nonstop family
entertainment centers offer state-of-the art indoor games and
attractions to thrill seekers of all ages. For more information,
visit us at Allegiant.com. Media information, including photos, is
available at http://gofly.us/iiFa303wrtF.
About National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Recognized as one of the leading breast cancer organizations in
the world, National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) is Helping
Women Now® by providing early detection, education and support
services to those affected by breast cancer. A recipient of Charity
Navigator's highest 4-star rating for 14 years, NBCF provides
support through their National Mammography Program, Patient
Navigation, Beyond The Shock®, breast health education, and
research programs. For more information, please visit
www.nbcf.org.
Media Contact
Phone: 702-800-2020
Email: mediarelations@sunseekerresorts.com
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