Predators Foundation announces $305,000 in grants to local charities

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On April 9 the Nashville Predators Foundation will distribute 117 grants totaling $305,000 to Nashville and Middle Tennessee-based community service and charitable organizations. The grants will be presented during a 2 p.m. ceremony at Bridgestone Arena.

This announcement marks the 12th grant distribution by the Predators Foundation. Since its 1998 inception, the Foundation has awarded more than $2.5 million in financial grants to Nashville and Middle Tennessee community service and charitable organizations. Between the grants and other charitable donations, such as player ticket programs and fund-raising efforts, the Foundation put more than $­­­500,000 back into the community during the 2009-10 season.

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