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Ryan Dempster chooses Chicago Canine Rescue
September 3rd, 2008
All-Star Ryan Dempster was named the Chicago Cubs recipient of the 2008 Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy. He is one of 30 Major League Club nominees for the national 2008 Roberto Clemente Award, which is given annually to the Major League Baseball player who combines outstanding skills on the baseball field with devoted work in the community.
Dempster elected to donate his $7,500 grant from Chevy to Chicago Canine Rescue.
As the official sponsor of the Roberto Clemente Award, Chevy will donate $7,500 to the charity of choice of each of the 30 Club recipients. They will also donate $30,000 and a Chevy vehicle to the national winner’s charity of choice and an additional $30,000 will be donated to Roberto Clemente Sports City, a not-for-profit organization in Carolina, Puerto Rico, designed to provide recreational sports activities for children.
Fans are encouraged to participate in the selection of the national winner of the Roberto Clemente Award. From September 3-October 5, 2008, fans can log on to www.chevy.com/clemente and vote for one of the 30 Club nominees.
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