Sacramento, Calif. – Today, the Sacramento Kings Foundation announced the launch of the 15th annual Season of Doing Good. Aligned with the National Basketball Association’s (NBA) Season of Giving, the Kings look to extend their ongoing commitment to serve the region with special events for community members in the greater Sacramento area throughout November, December and beginning of the New Year.
The 2016 edition of the Season of Doing Good will tip-off this week with three special holiday meal donations made by Kings Center DeMarcus Cousins, Forwards Matt Barnes and Rudy Gay that will benefit nearly 400 families. Throughout this season’s events, the Kings Community Coalition – a player-driven initiative designed to create positive and effective relationships with law enforcement in the community – has committed to seed change at every opportunity. Representatives from local law enforcement agencies will join players, Kings executives, and team members at each event as they seek to impact Sacramento during the holiday season profoundly.
“We’re always excited to get out into our communities, give back and lend a helping hand wherever needed most,” said Kings President Chris Granger. “Our continued mission is to impact the world and #DoGood while making #SacramentoProud.”
Along with the players, Kings team members will continue to grow the organization’s commitment to support Sacramento and serving the region in unique and innovating ways. Through the Kings LIFT Program, Kings team members have an opportunity to serve 50 paid hours to the volunteer organization of their choice – ultimately contributing 10,000 hours to the community. The Kings look to inspire other individuals and companies to find innovative ways to build a culture of volunteerism for the region.
The Sacramento Kings Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to investing its time, resources, talent and passion working year-round to support the Sacramento region by serving as a positive agent of change. As part of ongoing efforts in doing so, the Kings have recently launched initiatives to better serve the community while making new and impactful relationships.
The 2016-17 Season of Doing Good upcoming events include:
Media can email ljones@kings.com to receive more information and RSVP for events.
Friday, December 2
Junior Kings Clinic at Travis Air Force Base
A special Junior Kings camp will be held for military families and children from communities surrounding Travis Airforce Base. (690 Airman Dr, Travis AFB)
Saturday, December 3
Global Winter Wonderland Tour
The Sacramento Kings Foundation will treat 200 youth from Big Brothers, Big Sisters Sacramento and their families to a night at Global Winter Wonderland. (Cal Expo)
Santa Cuz: Coast to Coast
This year, Kings Center DeMarcus Cousins – or Santa Cuz during the Season of Doing Good – takes his first shopping spree across the country. He will host families from Sacramento and New York City for a holiday shopping spree at the New York City NBA Store.
Tuesday, December 6:
Honoring Kaylee West
The Kings will highlight Sierra Donor Services’ tribute to celebrate the life of Kaylee West – a 2011 donor who helped save the lives of many – with a special florigraph presentation to her friends and family. (Golden 1 Center, 500 David J Stern Walk)
Thursday, December 8:
Willie Cauley-Stein Hospital Visit
Kings Sophomore Willie Cauley-Stein will visit Kaiser Permanente’s Roseville Children’s Medical Facility to spread some holiday cheer. (1840 Sierra Gardens Dr, Roseville, CA 95661)
Friday, December 9:
Sleep Train Toy Drive
Kings partner Sleep Train Mattress Centers will host a toy drive as the Kings takes on the New York Knicks. (Grand Entrance at Golden 1 Center – 500 David J Stern Walk)
Saturday, December 10:
Sacramento Covered: Healthy Kids Day
This free community event will feature on-site medical, dental and vision services along with providing free flu shots, health coverage information/enrollment and more. (Sleep Train Arena Practice Facility – 1 Sports Parkway)
Sunday, December 11:
Bike and Toy Giveaway
The Kings and Destiny Church will host their annual Bike & Toy Giveaway – for the first time at Golden 1 Center. Over 4,000 kids from around the Greater Sacramento region will receive bikes, helmets and toys. (Golden 1 Center – 500 David J Stern Walk)
Monday, December 19:
Santa Cuz in Sacramento
Santa Cuz is back and better than ever. For the fifth time in Sacramento, Kings Center DeMarcus Cousins will host 100 area youth to a holiday spree. (Target – 6507 4th Ave)
Tuesday, December 20:
Santa at Golden 1 Center
Christmas is coming a few days early this year! Catch Santa and snap your holiday photo at section 111 as the Kings take on the Portland Trailblazers. (Section 111 at Golden 1 Center, 500 David J Stern Walk)
Wednesday – Friday, December 21-23, Tuesday – Thursday, December 27-29
Holiday Junior Kings Camps
Kings will host a special Holiday Junior Kings youth basketball Camp. (Sleep Train Arena Practice Facility, 1 Sports Parkway)
Monday, December 26:
Hanukkah at Golden 1 Center
During halftime of the Kings game against the Philadelphia 76ers, the organization will host a special menorah lighting ceremony to celebrate Hanukkah. (Golden 1 Center – 500 David J Stern Walk)
For more information on the Sacramento Kings Foundation or the Season of Doing Good, visit Kings.com/Community.
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