ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Feb. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Liberty Media Corporation today announced its 2009 giving theme for the LibertyGives Foundation. Liberty employees have elected to direct LibertyGives funds to causes aiding underprivileged and at-risk youth in Colorado focused on proactive and preventative services.
LibertyGives is accepting grant proposals for funding from $1,000 to $150,000 from public charitable organizations focused on helping Colorado's at-risk youth overcome impediments that restrict their opportunities to grow, learn and thrive.
"During these economically challenging times, Liberty Media's responsibility to give back to our community becomes even more important," stated Greg Maffei, President and CEO of Liberty Media. "We look forward to another year of helping in 2009. This year our employees have chosen to continue their focus on causes targeting Colorado's underprivileged and at-risk youth."
Organizations seeking funding may obtain a grant request form at http://libertymedia.com/liberty-gives.aspx. Proposals should be forwarded to the Foundation via email at
LibertyGives Foundation 12300 Liberty Boulevard Englewood, CO 80112
Grant proposals for 2009 will have an initial deadline of April 30, 2009 and one additional opportunity to submit requests by September 30, 2009.
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