WTN Services(R) and the Winetasting Network(R) a division of 1-800-Flowers.com(R) have announced they have deepened the commitment to their existing plan of industry partnerships and projects that better the community. WTN Services(R) and the Winetasting Network(R) have again announced they are lead corporate sponsors of the Annual AIDS Walk Napa Valley to benefit the Care Network at Queen of the Valley Medical Center. This year's walk, the 16th Annual, is being held on Saturday, October 31st and will be held on the grounds of the historic Veterans Home in Yountville, Napa Valley, CA.
"Having the AIDS Walk on Halloween day will undoubtedly make this one of the most enjoyable events we've ever participated in," stated Chris Edwards, Vice President and General Manager at WTN Services. "We're expecting lots of great costumes and wonderful surprises this year, with the hopes of raising great awareness and much needed funds for the Care Network at the Queen of the Valley Medical Center," Edwards added.
Adding to the special Halloween festivities, special trick or treating stops will be situated along the walk for the kids, and kids at heart, and are provided by WTN Services, along with its sister companies Cheryl&Co.(R) exceptional cookies and baked gifts, Fannie May Confections Brands(R) premium chocolates and confections and The Popcorn Factory(R). For the 2009 event, WTN staff will help with gathering teams, volunteering at the event, and providing encouragement to all community members to participate in this important benefit.
WTN Services(R) and the Winetasting Network(R) and their employees have been involved with the event for many years running and have been instrumental in encouraging other industry leaders to become involved.
"WTN Services(R) and the Winetasting Network(R) are pleased to be doing what we can in these turbulent times," stated Chris Edwards, Vice President and General Manager. "We are always looking at ways that we can help make a difference, and getting our employees involved in their community. We look forward to continuing efforts in these community events in the future, and to encouraging partnerships with many of our industry friends in those endeavors," Edwards added.