The Jason Ackerman Foundation: an organization developed to inspire and assist children who survive, be all they can be

Through tragedy the Ackerman family finds joy in assisting others by developing their own foundation to reach children who have survived and possess the will to thrive
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(PR NewsChannel) / August 21, 2011 / TAMPA 

The Jason Ackerman Foundation

Survival has many forms: health issues, tragic circumstances and in the Ackerman’s experience unimaginable loss. Tragically losing their son Jason five years ago, Ron and Tina Ackerman have found a way to unite their family, friends and community to assist others. The Jason Ackerman Foundation is an organization that focuses on improving the lives of children who have faced and survived tragic circumstances through educational support and entertaining experiences.

On June 21, 2011, with the support of many who knew Jason personally, Ron and Tina developed their own 501 (c) 3 organization with the hope of reaching more children in need of financial assistance to reach their career goals.

Losing their son Jason changed the Ackerman’s family dynamic and lives forever. They took the heartbreaking experience of unfathomable loss and have focused their energies and committed to helping children who have survived health issues or personal tragedy realize their dreams and become all they can be.

Throughout the past three years the Ackerman’s have raised and donated over $100,000 in scholarship funds and financially assisted over 50 childhood cancer survivors. “After reflecting on what we had accomplished for children these past few years with just two events annually, I just felt we could do more,” said Ackerman, “There are so many amazing kids that need help and after gathering a few trusted friends and setting goals, here we are. It’s an honor to help other’s in my son’s name.”

One of the events that began it all is the Jason Ackerman Memorial Bowl-A-Thon. Celebrating it’s fourth year, an annual family friendly event attended by local media and sports celebrities, this year for the first time benefiting The Jason Ackerman Foundation.

Please join us: 4th Annual Jason Ackerman Memorial Bowl-A-Thon ~ SOLD OUT but please still come join the fun!

When: Sunday, August 28, 2011
Registration opens at NOON
Celebrity and team bowling from 1pm to 4pm

Where: Pin Chasers – Veterans
5555 W Hillsborough Ave
Tampa, Florida

Why: A celebration of survivorship and reuniting of friends ~ raising funds to support scholarship programs for children

Event Highlights: Celebrity Attendees – Silent Auction – ‘Chance to Win’ an autographed Bucs Golf Cart!

For more information on the Jason Ackerman Foundation please visit us:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/JasonAckermanFoundation
Twitter: www.twitter.com/BeEasyLoveJason
Coming Soon! www.jasonackermanfoundation.org

Media Contact:
Shannon Hannon Oliviero
The Jason Ackerman Foundation
727-243-9825 cell
813-91-JASON office
[email protected]

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