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Science 2012-09-15 1 min read

Casino Night at the "Boardwalk Empire" is an Investment in Youth's Future

With many service-based nonprofits closing their doors, Foundation for Second Chances will host a "Boardwalk Empire" themed Casino Night to raise funds and awareness for the youth it serves.

LOS ANGELES, CA, September 15, 2012

Foundation for Second Chances (http://ffscinc.org) is hosting Casino Night, a "Boardwalk Empire" style event to raise funds and awareness for the youth it serves. Casino Night won't be a gamble, but an investment into the lives of today's at-risk youth. With many service-based nonprofits closing their doors, Foundation for Second Chances is on a mission to maintain its youth programs and to continue to invest in the lives of Los Angeles' underrepresented.

Casino Night takes place on Thursday, October 18, 2012 at the 3100 Rooftop- 3100 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90005. Themed along the lines of HBO's popular show, Boardwalk Empire, guests will enjoy a roaring 20's evening filled with live entertainment, food and an open bar. There will be professional casino tables and a silent auction. Though not required, attendees are encouraged to dress up for the part. Photo opportunities are part of the evening's festivities.

This is an occasion to celebrate and demonstrate the power of community in Los Angeles.

Tickets are $40 each, pre-sale and $50 at the door. Go to the Foundation's website (http://ffscinc.org/event/casino-night/) to purchase pre-sale tickets.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available, ranging from monetary to in-kind sponsors. Go to Foundation for Second Chances http://ffscinc.org/event/casino-night// for more information and to sponsor.

Press contact:
Adriane Jefferson, Publicist
Foundation for Second Chances
Office: 213-627-1745 ext 201

Foundation for Second Chances
Executive Director: Melissa Wyatt
Office: 213-627-1745 ext 202
http://ffscinc.org

Foundation for Second Chances is a community-based organization founded in 2004. Over the past eight years, FFSC has grown to become a sound community based organization in South Los Angeles. FFSC uses hands-on education, mentoring, health awareness and community service to maximize the potential of youth. It serves over 1,500 youth a year and more than 150 daily. Through core programs and major events, FFSC also work with over three hundred 300 volunteers, business leaders, youth and community and government leaders annually.