ATLANTA, May 1, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Aaron's, Inc.
(NYSE: AAN), a leading omnichannel provider of lease-purchase
solutions, and its divisions Aaron's and Progressive Leasing,
surprised Las Vegas teens last
Wednesday with a freshly remodeled Keystone Teen Center at the Boys
& Girls Clubs of Southern
Nevada, Southern Highlands Unit.
Through a partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America
(BGCA) and input from the teen members, Aaron's associates and Club
officials worked throughout the week decorating and furnishing the
Club's multipurpose space. Local Aaron's associates and Club
officials revealed the new space, which is now equipped with new
technology, sectionals, tables and chairs, sound systems and fresh
paint. Teens chose the special Sherwin-Williams™ paint colors for
the room: Humorous Green, Dignity Blue, Marigold, Evening Shadow
and Something Blue. The teens can enjoy the redesigned areas
dedicated to leadership development, study, lounging and games.
"With this contribution, Aaron's hopes to inspire the members of
the Southern Highlands Boys & Girls Club to reach higher and
achieve their dreams while becoming community leaders," said
John Robinson, CEO of Aaron's, Inc.
"Our partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America allows
us to continue our commitment to giving back to communities across
the country."
In September 2018, the Aaron's
Foundation renewed its national partnership with the BGCA. The
continued partnership supports the Keystone Club, BGCA's premier
national teen leadership and character program, for an additional
three years with a $5 million
commitment. This follows the 2015 Aaron's Foundation's three-year
national partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America's
Keystone Program, helping underserved teens ages 14-18 develop
their character and leadership skills in hopes of helping them
reach their potential and creating positive change in the
community.
"This refresh will provide an indispensable boost for our
deserving teen members who work hard to give back to the local
community," said Andy Bischel,
president and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada. "We're grateful for Aaron's
continued support of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and
their commitment to help young people learn to grow and
succeed."
Over the past five years, Aaron's has performed 36 makeovers at
Teen Centers in cities such as Atlanta, Cincinnati, Chicago, Salt Lake
City, Baltimore,
Memphis and San Antonio. The Southern Highlands Unit
makeover was made possible by Aaron's in-kind donation of
furniture, electronics and appliances valued at $24,000, and the hard work of the company's
associates.
- "Keystone has helped me to focus my attention on my goals
and become a better person and leader." Alex C., 14
- "The Boys & Girls Club has shown me a positive path. The
Keystone Club has given me the opportunity to become a meaningful
leader and work with an amazing team of people. Jordan J.,
17
- "Keystone provides a way for me to express myself and give
back to the people in our community." Payton G., 15
- "Being a part of Keystone has taught me that if we put aside
our differences and come together as a group we can make a change
at our Club and in our community." McKenna T., 16
- "Being in Keystone for three years has helped grow my
potential as a leader." Noel C., 17
- "Keystone is the first step towards opportunities that will
impact my future." Raezene D., 14
Aaron's partnership with BGCA's Keystone Program inspires teens
to "Own It" by taking ownership of their choices to build the lives
they deserve. The Aaron's and Keystone Club "Own Your Future"
campaign supports three principles:
- Own Your Path: No matter where you come from, the future
is yours to decide.
- Own Your Decisions: Making good choices opens more doors
for your future.
- Own Your Community: Use your talents to make an impact
in your community.
To see photos of the Keystone Club remodel at the Boys &
Girls Club of Southern Nevada,
Southern Highlands Unit, visit Aaron's on Facebook
(www.facebook.com/aaronsinc), and Twitter
(www.twitter.com/AaronsInc).
About Aaron's, Inc.
Headquartered in
Atlanta, Aaron's, Inc. (NYSE:
AAN), is a leading omnichannel provider of lease-purchase
solutions. Aaron's Business engages in the sales and lease
ownership and specialty retailing of furniture, consumer
electronics, home appliances and accessories through its
approximately 1,600 company-operated and franchised stores in 47
states and Canada as well as its
e-commerce platform, Aarons.com. In addition, Progressive Leasing,
a virtual lease-to-own company, provides lease-purchase solutions
through over 20,000 retail locations in 46 states. Dent-A-Med,
Inc., d/b/a the HELPcard®, provides a variety of second-look credit
products that are originated through federally insured banks. For
more information, visit Aarons.com, ProgLeasing.com, and
HELPcard.com.
About Boys & Girls Clubs of America
For more
than 150 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA.org) has
enabled young people most in need to achieve great futures as
productive, caring, responsible citizens. Today, 4,400 Clubs serve
4 million young people through Club membership and community
outreach. Clubs are located in cities, towns, public housing and on
Native lands throughout the country, and serve military families in
BGCA-affiliated Youth Centers on U.S. military installations
worldwide. They provide a safe place, caring adult mentors, fun and
friendship, and high-impact youth development programs on a daily
basis during critical non-school hours. Club programs promote
academic success, good character and citizenship, and healthy
lifestyles. In a Harris Survey of alumni, 54 percent said the Club
saved their lives. National headquarters are located in
Atlanta. Learn more at Facebook
and Twitter.
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