Empowers Consumers in U.S., Canada to raise money for GreaterGood.org
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 1, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Husqvarna is partnering with GreaterGood.org to help the fight against this deadly disease. And consumers in the U.S. and Canada can help simply by entering a giveaway online or by purchasing a limited edition pink Husqvarna toy chainsaw.
For every valid entry to the 2015 Husqvarna Breast Cancer Awareness Giveaway through October 31, Husqvarna will donate $1 to GreaterGood.org, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that works to improve the health and well-being of people, pets, and the planet. One randomly selected winner will receive a limited edition pink Husqvarna 450 Rancher1 chainsaw and a limited-edition pink Husqvarna Toy Chainsaw (MSRP $29.95).
In addition, Husqvarna and its partners will donate $32 to GreaterGood.org for every limited edition pink toy chainsaw purchased at a Husqvarna dealership. Through all efforts, Husqvarna hopes to raise up to $24,000 for breast cancer awareness.
“For years, Husqvarna has been committed to raising awareness of breast cancer and supporting efforts to end this deadly disease,” said Michelle Sordi, marketing director for Husqvarna. “We look forward to bolstering the work of GreaterGood.org, which not only raises awareness of breast cancer but helps fund mammography screenings for women who cannot afford them.”
“We are elated that Husqvarna has chosen our organization to support through this impactful campaign,” said Liz Baker, Executive Director at GreaterGood.org. “These funds will help further our support for low income women with a high risk for breast cancer.”
To enter the 2015 Husqvarna Breast Cancer Awareness Giveaway and to view official rules, visit http://www.husqvarna.com/us/breast-cancer-awareness/. No purchase is necessary to enter or win. No other method of entry will be accepted.
Help raise more money for GreaterGood.org by liking our page at http://www.facebook.com/HusqvarnaUSA and sharing this giveaway on social using the following hashtags:
#HusqvarnaCares #breastcancerawareness #gopink
To find a Husqvarna dealer near you, visit the Dealer Locator section at www.husqvarna.com. To learn more, join the conversation by “liking” Husqvarna on Facebook (www.facebook.com/HusqvarnaUSA) and by following Husqvarna on Twitter (www.twitter.com/HusqvarnaUSA).
1 Limited edition pink Husqvarna 450 Rancher not available for purchase
2 $1 from Husqvarna, $1 from Husqvarna dealer, $1 from Prevox
About GreaterGood.org
GreaterGood.org is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that works to improve the health and well-being of people, pets, and the planet. It accomplishes this mission by partnering with charitable organizations and administering programs worldwide that address hunger and illness (particularly in women and children), promote education and literacy, feed and care for rescued animals in shelters and sanctuaries, and protect wildlife and restore the environment.
Since 2006, GreaterGood.org has worked with more than 150 charitable partners worldwide and created and operated several new programs including One Picture Saves a Life, Cats R Cool, and GROW. You can learn more about GreaterGood.org on our website or by following us on Facebook.
About Husqvarna
Husqvarna Professional Products Inc. is a subsidiary of the Husqvarna Group. Husqvarna Group is the world’s largest producer of outdoor power products including robotic lawn mowers, garden tractors, chainsaws and trimmers. The Group is also the European leader in consumer watering products and one of the world leaders in cutting equipment and diamond tools for the construction and stone industries. Founded in 1689 and celebrating over 325 years of engineering innovation, the Group’s products and solutions are sold via dealers and retailers to both consumers and professional users in more than 100 countries. Net sales in 2014 amounted to 32.8 billion SEK, and the Group had 14,337 employees on average in more than 40 countries. High-resolution images and Web images are available at www.husqvarna.com/us.
