FastBreak Foundation To Spread Holiday Cheer Through Season Of Giving Month

During four games in December, the FastBreak Foundation and SPIRE Federal Credit Union will honor volunteers who are working to improve the lives of Minnesota families in need during the holiday season. Season of Giving... By the Numbers 130 - The number of youth who have participated in the Holiday Shopping for Kids event the past seven years. 41 - The number of children who have attended the Holiday Shopping for Kids event who have gone on to find a permanent home with an adopting family. $70,000 - The total grant money distributed by the FastBreak Foundation to non-profit organizations during the Season of Giving Month since 2005. 42 - The number of Heroes in the Making during the Season of Giving Month the past seven years. About SPIRE: SPIRE Federal Credit Union, founded in 1934, is a full-service financial institution committed to providing smart products, great rates and excellent service for both personal and business members. The Timberwolves FastBreak Foundation provides and supports hands-on programs that positively impact Minnesota youth. Through giving, education and basketball opportunities, the Foundation enables young people to make responsible decisions, contribute to their futures, and experience lifelong memories. In the past year, the Minnesota Timberwolves FastBreak Foundation and the Minnesota Lynx Foundation have combined to impact 2,146 organizations with $842,790 in in-kind donations, 20,000 Tickets for Kids donations, 3,107 volunteer hours, 53 community members honored on-court, and 15 grants distributed. The FastBreak Foundation is proud to be supported by the Roger and Nancy McCabe Foundation. For more news from the FastBreak Foundation follow @Twolves_CR on Twitter.