Hotel Council of San Francisco's Million Dollar Mission Is Off to a Tremendous Start
(firmenpresse) - SAN FRANCISCO, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 05/31/12 -- In the true spirit of hospitality, the Hotel Council of San Francisco is partnering with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) to raise funds for vital research. Already off to an impressive start with early donation commitments in the thousands, the campaign is certainly poised to become one of the City's most impressive (single industry supported) fund-raising initiatives which help provide financial, education and social services for individuals and their families affected by blood cancer. This 30-day city-wide crusade, which officially launches July 1, 2012, will bring together thousands of San Francisco hoteliers in a "."
Please take a moment to view the campaign video. This inspiring collection of first-hand experiences, including interviews from Hotel survivors, truly illustrates the magnitude of the campaign. The video may be found online at:
Guest outreach, employee drives, and an impressive online auction are but a few of the activities planned. Contributions are currently being accepted at .
As the City's second largest employer, hotel workers at every level will participate and lend support through various 'back of the house' initiatives including: Spare Change Days, Sweets & Treats (bake sales), Steward Sales (internal garage sales like no other) and internal raffle/drawings.
hotels throughout the greater Bay Area are designing an online auction like none other. During the month of July, dozens of one-of-a-kind experiential packages that showcase the vibrancy of America's favorite city will be auctioned with proceeds benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Travel partner Expedia, Inc. is lending support to the cause by promoting the charity to consumers searching for San Francisco hotels on Expedia® and Hotels.com® sites in the U.S.
"We are delighted to help raise awareness for the San Francisco Million Dollar Mission, and help facilitate the fundraising for this worthy cause," said Kelsey Miller, senior market manager for Expedia, Inc. in San Francisco.
After booking a stay at a participating hotel on Expedia.com® or Hotels.com sites through July, customers will receive information on how they can contribute to the Million Dollar Mission upon arriving for their hotel stay. Upon making a qualified donation of $25 or more, the guest receives a promotional offer from the hotel, which may consist of a room upgrade or complimentary food or beverage.
Additional information on the campaign may be found online at . Campaign supporters may donate online at .
This 2012 focused campaign is an additional layer to the Hotel Council's long-term support of several philanthropic programs and organizations. The Hotel Council organizes philanthropic events that support scholarships for hospitality management students attending Bay Area colleges and universities. The Council also supports the work of the San Francisco Hotel/Non-Profit collaborative which transfers excess goods, supplies, food and equipment from hotels to community based non-profit organizations.
The Hotel Council of San Francisco was established in 1987 as a non-profit organization to represent all segments of the lodging industry. Our city is home to a booming tourism sector, of which the hospitality industry is a proud and vital part. We are the voice of San Francisco's hotels. The membership roster includes San Francisco's leading hotels of all sizes, in addition to more than 40 Allied Members, who are the major suppliers to these properties. Find out more on our website, or by calling (415) 391-5197.
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society ® (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services. Founded in 1949 and headquartered in White Plains, NY, LLS has chapters throughout the United States and Canada. To learn more, visit or contact the Information Resource Center at (800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. .
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Michelle Heston
Hotel Council of San Francisco
(707) 939-2477
David Perry
(415) 693-0583
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