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Help the NY Mets and Island Harvest Knock Hunger Out of the Ballpark

HELP THE NY METS AND ISLAND HARVEST KNOCK HUNGER OUT OF THE BALLPARK

— May 8^th game Against White Sox Benefit Island Harvest —

MINEOLA, NY — April 11, 2013 — The New York Mets are once again teaming up with Island Harvest, Long Island’s largest hunger relief organization, to score a “Home Run to End Hunger.” Be a part of the action and join Island Harvest at Citi Field on Wednesday, May 8 at 5:40 p.m. as the New York Mets take on the Chicago White Sox.

This event presents a great opportunity for Mets fans to enjoy the game from a private suite while contributing to Islands Harvest’s effort to end hunger on Long Island. Tickets cost $175 for adults and $145 for children under the age of 18 with multi-ticket packages and sponsorships also available. Buffet and limited bar service is included, and you get the opportunity to step right up and meet Mr. Met! As an added feature to this year’s “Home Run to End Hunger,” a limited number of owner’s box seats (located directly behind home plate) will be available for purchase. Tickets are $600 for those looking to indulge in the owner’s experience. These tickets include private catering, bar service and a commemorative souvenir.

Tickets to this event are limited and sold on a first come first serve basis. Those interested are urged to act fast, as tickets always sell out quickly for this fan-favorite event. For reservations, contact Elissa Weick at 516-249-8528 x116 or Elissa@islandharvest.org by April 30, 2013. More information about this event can be found online at www.islandharvest.org.

About Island Harvest

Long Island’s largest hunger relief organization, Island Harvest provides food and non-food items for people who are hungry and in need, giving them a voice to help them transition from uncertainty to stability. Island Harvest’s mission is to end hunger and reduce food waste on Long Island through efficient food and product collection and distribution systems; enhanced hunger awareness and nutrition education programs, job training, targeted services for specific populations, and outreach and advocacy activities and initiatives. Island Harvest is the region’s lead agency in emergency response readiness for food and product distribution and support and is a member of Feeding America, the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief charity. For more information visit www.islandharvest.org.

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