Christian Appalachian Project - Verizon donates $10,000 to Christian Appalachian Project

LEXINGTON, Ky. – The Verizon Foundation today donated $10,000 to the Christian Appalachian Project (CAP) to support Camp Andrew Jackson in McKee, Ky.  
More than 600 economically disadvantaged children, from a dozen eastern Kentucky counties, annually attend the summer camp.  The youngsters, who range in age from six to 15, participate in a host of activities, including fishing, swimming, canoeing, hiking and crafts.
“The Christian Appalachian Project does an extraordinary job in helping to build self-esteem and leadership skills in these underprivileged children,” said Mike Reed, director of customer operations in Kentucky.  “We’re proud to continue supporting this worthwhile program.”
“Together, Verizon and Camp Jackson are working to fulfill our mission to serve the youth of eastern Kentucky,” said Teresa McAnly, who manages CAP’s corporate giving program.  “With Verizon’s help, we’re able to broaden their worlds by teaching them acceptance and tolerance of individual differences and strengths.”  
Verizon Foundation supports programs that create innovative e-solutions, help bridge the digital divide, foster basic and computer literacy, help enrich communities, and create a skilled workforce.  Verizon Foundation promotes partnerships in technology with organizations serving the needs of diverse communities, people with disabilities, and the economically and socially disadvantaged.  For more information on the foundation, visit www.verizon.com/foundation.