Ali Meyer Foundation Donates Nearly $19,000 for the Children's Hospital at 2008 Fundraiser

Thu Aug 21, 2008 10:15am EDT
 
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  LAKEWOOD, CO, Aug 21 (MARKET WIRE) -- 
The Fourth Annual Ali Meyer Foundation Golf Tournament raised a record
$18,750 this summer to benefit The Children's Hospital. Since its
inception in 2004, the foundation has raised more than $120,000 for
Children's.

    The Ali Meyer Foundation was established by Dennis and Valerie Meyer in
memory of their daughter, Ali, who died in late 2002 after being struck by
a drunk driver in Jefferson County. The foundation raises money to help
children who need rehabilitation equipment following accidents. It also
works with Mothers Against Drunk Driving to increase awareness of the
dangers of drinking and driving.

    The tournament was held July 28, 2008, at Fossil Trace Golf Club in
Golden.

    "We appreciate the support of our sponsors and the Fossil Trace Golf Club
for helping us make a difference in the lives of so many young people who
must seek recovery at The Children's Hospital," Dennis Meyer, who also
owns Office Liquidators (www.officeliquidators.com) in Lakewood.

    At the young age of 11, Ali Meyer was walking in her Jefferson County
neighborhood when she was struck by a drunk driver. With the help of
Children's, Ali fought hard to recover, but unfortunately passed away, as
a result of her injuries, 20 months later at the age of 13. During this
time, Ali Meyer had become a rallying point for people opposing a
legislative plan that would have eliminated the requirement for front
license plates in Colorado. A front license plate left at the scene of the
crash led police to the driver who hit Ali.

    "It's heartwarming to see our local businesses stepping forward to help
these children and their families during a devastating time in their
lives," said Dr. Joyce Oleszek, who served as one of Ali Meyer's
rehabilitation doctors at The Children's Hospital. "I can attest to how
important this money is for purchasing rehabilitation equipment for our
young patients."

    Major sponsors of the golf tournament included The Law Firm of Burg,
Simpson, Eldredge, Hersh & Jardine, P.C.; S.P. Richards Company; Precis
E-Business; Data393; Personal Attitudes; Terratectonics; Colorado Capital
Bank; The HON Company; Denver West Realty; The Colorado Rockies, and
Office Liquidators, Inc.

    The Ali Meyer Foundation was formed in February 2004 as a Colorado
nonprofit corporation and raises money through events such as the golf
tournament. To get involved, donate or be added to the email alert for the
July 27, 2009, golf tournament at Fossil Trace, visit www.alimeyer.org.

    

Press contact:
Marc Lumpkin
Altitude Public Relations for Ali Meyer Foundation and Office Liquidators
303-378-2366
Email Contact

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