INDIANTOWN, Florida/March 18, 2008 - Ready, set, clip! Sport Clips in Jensen Beach is holding a cut-a-thon to benefit the Heroes for the American Red Cross. "We are very pleased to support the American Red Cross Martin County Chapter," said Gwen Jacobson, owner of Sport Clips in Jensen Beach. "We realize that when disaster strikes there is no time to hold a fundraiser. Help can't wait," added Jacobson.

The Sport Clips cut-a-thon will be held on Tuesday, March 25 from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. All haircut proceeds from the day long event will be donated to the American Red Cross Martin County Chapter. "This is an excellent opportunity to get a fantastic hair cut and support your American Red Cross at the same time," concluded Jacobson.

At Sport Clips, Guys Win! At Sport Clips, we have created the perfect place for a guy to get great service and a great haircut. Our mission is to create a championship haircut experience for men and boys in an exciting sports environment. Don't forget to ask for the signature MVP for the ultimate just-for-guys haircut experience, including a precision haircut, massaging shampoo, soothing hot towel treatment and relaxing neck and shoulder massage. Stop in today! The Jensen Beach Sport Clips is located at NW Federal Highway and Britt Road next to the Best Buy in the Pineapple Commons Shopping Center.

Major sponsors for the Heroes for the American Red Cross campaign include: Gulfstream Business Bank - Title Sponsor; Ampersand Graphics - T-shirt sponsor; and Dunkin' Donuts - Hero Motivation Sponsor.

The Heroes for the American Red Cross Campaign goal is to raise $100,000.00 throughout the Treasure Coast region. The Heroes Campaign runs for three weeks with a wrap up celebration scheduled for April 10 at the Indian River Community College Wolf High Technology Center in Stuart.

To find out how you may contribute to the Heroes Campaign, contact the American Red Cross Martin County Chapter at (772) 287-2002.

Your Martin County Chapter of the American Red Cross is funded by local dollars. The Chapter receives no Federal, State or local tax funding. To donate your dollars or your time, contact the American Red Cross Martin County Chapter at (772) 287-2002 or visit the Chapter headquarters at 2750 South Kanner Highway, Stuart, Florida, 34994. You may also visit the American Red Cross Martin County Chapter online at www.martinredcross.org.

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