Teleflora kicks off fundraising partnership with Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund

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Teleflora kicks off fundraising partnership with Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund

by Jacqueline

May 22, 2008

This Memorial Day weekend, many of us will be getting together with family and friends, some of whom we may not see as often as we’d like to.

While the best part is reconnecting, red, white and blue flowers are a terrific addition to your day.

And why not let your flowers show your gratitude for those who have sacrificed for the sake of our country?

It’s easy: When you buy of one of Teleflora’s 12 patriotic bouquets, Teleflora will donate 10% of the purchase price to the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund. This non-profit organization has provided more than $21 million in assistance to our nation’s wounded heroes and families.

“As a veteran myself, I am pleased to announce Teleflora’s new partnership with an organization that provides financial assistance to those Marines wounded in combat or injured in combat-related training,” said Shawn Weidmann, president, Teleflora.

“It is only fitting that we kick off this partnership around Memorial Day, a time when Americans honor all soldiers who have fought for our country.”

The partnership will continue through the end of the year.

Wendy Lethin of the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund puts it this way: “The needs of our wounded and their families remain many and great, and this is a beautiful way for America to honor our service members all year.”

Patriotic Bouquet

For more information on Teleflora’s partnership with the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund and how you can get involved, please visit teleflora.com or call 310-966-8328.

Flower Fact of the Day: “Semper Fi” is short for “Semper Fidelis,” which is Latin for “Always Faithful.”

Meanwhile, for what to do when spring-flowering bulbs start to decline, visit http://newsok.com/timing-important-in-caring-for-flower-bulbs/article/3243510.

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Comments

Paz | Reply
May 23, 2008

A beautiful selection of flowers!

Paz

Andrea G | Reply
May 24, 2008

What a great idea! Kudos.

C Thorson | Reply
May 25, 2008

What a beautiful and aromatic way to remember the heros of our country. The Marine Semper Fi Fund is an inspiring effort for a worthy cause. Thanks for posting.