Spotlight - Governors Council on Physical Fitness and Sports

Company In The Spotlight

Mid-State Bank & Trust

SILVER MEDALIST

A division of Rabobank formerly known as Mid-State Bank and Trust was selected as the Silver Medalist for the Council's 2007 Company of the Year award. Mid-State Bank and Trust was selected for its support of youth sport activities and youth health through employee volunteerism and monetary donations. Over 200 employees volunteer their time attending youth games, coaching teams, fundraising for sports organizations or working on boards of sports organizations. Donations provided funds for start-up sports projects, to purchase new uniforms and equipment and to pay for staffing to coordinate physical activity programs.

More Companies In The Spotlight

Nevada

Best Western International, Inc.
BRONZE MEDALIST Best Western has been selected as the Bronze Medalist for the Council's 2007 Company of the Year category for its support of youth soccer. Best Western’s support has made it possible for families of low to moderate incomes to participate in youth soccer by helping to keep fees and travel expenses in check. Best Western also supports programs for “special needs” players and sponsored a FREE family ... Read More »

San Diego

San Diego Union-Tribune
GOLD MEDALIST The San Diego Union-Tribune has been selected as the Gold Medalist for the Council's 2007 Company of the Year category for its involvement in bringing together kids, families and schools to live a healthy and active lifestyle. The San Diego Union-Tribune coordinated the Kids Magic Mile event which had 5,000 children participants in 2007. The Tribune has inspired families to run or walk on a regular basis ... Read More »