Cancún, Quintana Roo on the 10 of April 2017. Dolphin Discovery Group, a Mexican company recognized worldwide for its commitment and responsibility to nature, conservation of marine and terrestrial species, presented the 5th edition of “10,000 Smiles” at a press conference. This is an annual event that has two main objectives:
In this edition, the foundations benefiting will be Michou & Mau I.A.P., ASTRA A.C., Jorge Alann A.C., Trascendiendo el Autismo A.C., Red Autismo A.C., funds will also be allocated for projects; Dolphin Saving Oceans and Amar es cuidar.
“In addition to our corporate social responsibility practices in Dolphin Discovery Group for more than 12 years, we have raised funds to put forth the strong commitment we have as a socially responsible company with the communities where we operate through community action programs in the vulnerable sectors of society, it has allowed 10,000 Smiles to position itself as the flagship program of the Dolphin Discovery Foundation. With the previous four editions, positive results were achieved, which motivates us to continue to support Mexican children in health and education fields, “said Guadalupe Jiménez, head of the Dolphin Discovery Foundation.
The dynamic to raise funds that Dolphin Discovery Group has organized is that on April 29, all the funds obtained through the following activities will be donated:
The 5th. Edition of “10,000 Smiles” is designed within the setting of the Day of the Children, with the intention of generating, as its name describes, 10 thousand smiles in the children who participate or are benefited in this practice of social responsibility.
The dynamic for donations in Mexico is estimated to reach $ 1,200,000.00 (one million two hundred thousand MXN pesos), which will be donated by Fundación Dolphin Discovery IAP to Michou & Mau I.A.P., ASTRA A.C., Jorge Alann A.C., Trascendiendo el Autismo A.C., Red Autismo A.C., for the implementation of projects that contribute to the health and education of children, as well as contribute to causes in pro of environmental well-being in Quintana Roo, Mexico City, Los Cabos and Puerto Vallarta.
The actions carried out by the participating foundations are focused on facilitating treatments for children who suffered severe burns and who require specialized medical care or who, in their case, require therapies for Autism Spectrum Disorder (TEA) and do not have the necessary resources to improve their quality of life, simultaneously there have been actions of sensitivity programmed on the importance of the preservation of the environment.
It is important to note that 10,000 Smiles, in its previous editions, has been recognized by the Mexican Center for Philanthropy (Cemefi), the Alliance for Corporate Social Responsibility in Mexico (AliaRSE) and Forum Empresa, as a company with “The best practices in the area of interconnection with the community “.
More information about the event as well as the inclusions for each habitat can be found on the website www.10milsonrisas.com and when following the hashtag # 10MilSonrisas. Or via our toll-free phone number 01-800-713-8862.
About Dolphin Discovery:
For more than 22 years, Dolphin Discovery has contributed to the study and conservation of marine mammals, creating bonds of love and respect through the best interaction experience in unique habitats around the world. Millions of people have lived the Experience of a Life in the 24 parks and dolphinariums that currently make up the world of Dolphin Discovery, located in Mexico, Anguilla, Tortola, Grand Cayman, St. Kitts, the Dominican Republic, the United States, Italy and Jamaica, Where about 250 mammals live under the care of their veterinarians and marine mammal specialists.
For more information please visit: www.dolphindiscovery.org
Media contact:
Cecilia Aguilar
Public Relations Executive – Grupo Dolphin Discovery
Phone: 881 74 00 ext. 10123
Cel. (998) 149-9735
Email: ejecutivorp@dolphindiscovery.com
The specimens were transported on SEMAR aircraft
Vallarta Nayarit, Mexico on February 9th, 2017 – This morning, 3 specimens of Sea Lion from the Patagonia were transferred to Aquaventuras Park located in Vallarta-Nayarit. The three females were voluntarily given to PROFEPA for its transfer. All in good health, although they present medical conditions due to their advanced age.
PROFEPA was in charge of the coordination of the transfer as well as the Secretary of Navy and Navy of Mexico who supported with the air transfer. In the same way, the team of Veterinary Medicine and Marine Mammal Specialists of Dolphin Discovery Group monitored and accompanied the specimens at all times until their arrival at the facilities.
Through Eng. Joel González, General Director of Wildlife Surveillance and Inspection, Marine Resources and Coastal Ecosystems, Dolphin Discovery was requested to support and receive 3 female sea lions belonging to the Convimar company.
After a thorough evaluation to determine the habitat of Dolphin Discovery to which they would be sent, it was decided to go to Aquaventuras since there is a male and 2 females of the same species, in addition, this park has 5 habitats for Sea Lions.
It is important to note that sea lions can be kept out of the water for long periods of time. It is not essential to constantly spray them with water during transit, however they should be kept as fresh as possible during the journey and should not be exposed to direct sunlight and wind currents.
“We are prepared to receive them and give them the necessary care (…). We are grateful for PROFEPA’s trust in having chosen us to welcome the sea lions. This ensures that Dolphin Discovery works under the regulations that the law dictates and motivates us to continue working for the conservation of the species; Always looking for the welfare of the species living under our care, “said Dr. Roberto Sánchez, Director of Veterinary Medicine at Dolphin Discovery Group.
The three specimens transferred will remain in a quarantine period for evaluation and monitoring of their health status. Dolphin Discovery will be in charge of the maintenance and medical care of these new members of the sea lions family.
About Dolphin Discovery:
For more than 20 years, Dolphin Discovery has contributed to the study and conservation of marine mammals, creating bonds of love and respect through the best interaction experience in unique habitats around the world. Millions of people have lived the Experience of a Lifetime in the 24 parks and habitats that currently make up the world of Dolphin Discovery, located in Mexico, Anguilla, Tortola, Grand Cayman, St. Kitts, the Dominican Republic, the United States, Italy and Jamaica, Where about 250 mammals live under the care of their veterinarians and marine mammal specialists.
For more information please visit: www.dolphindiscovery.org
Media contact:
Andrea Olvera
Public Relations Executive – Dolphin Discovery Group
Phone: 881 74 00 ext. 10123
Cel. (998) 149-9735
Email: ejecutivorp@dolphindiscovery.com
Runners ready for the starting signal
Puerto Aventuras, Quintana Roo on January 24, 2017 – On Sunday, January 22, the 9th edition Dolphin Puerto Aventuras Race was held with great success.
With a total of 550 runners summoned from: Cancun, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Chetumal, Isla Mujeres and nearby communities; Girls, teens and adults ran for the benefit of Transformar Educando A.C.
This year, we were able to raise $100,750.00 pesos that will be donated to Transformar Educando A.C. for the construction of a Ceramic Workshop for the Sensory and Educational Integration with the objective of developing learning skills through sensory integration, linking it with the educational program already taught at the Community Center in Puerto Aventuras.
Fernando Betanzos, Mexico’s selected national team of open water and swimming, and Mauricio Martínez, boat sailor with participation in National and International Olympics, were the two special guests of the event since they are characterized as providing support to the community and promoting sports and family activities in the state.
Prizes were distributed to the first three places of each category, additional a raffle was held for all of the participants of the race. The awards totaled a value of more than 150 thousand pesos and were sponsored by companies such as Mayaland Resorts, Gray Line, Catalonia Hotels and Resorts, Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya, Grupo Regio, Sunset World, Omni Puerto Aventuras Hotel, Powerade, Cristal , PriceTravel Holding, Coco Bongo, Mayan Adventures, Puerto Aventuras Dreams, Energy Fitness and Aquaworld.
Thanks to the participation of the community and sponsors, it was possible to reach the donation goal that will benefit more than 250 children, teens and adults who attend the Community Center of Transformar Educando A.C.
About the Dolphin Discovery Foundation:
The Dolphin Discovery Foundation is a non-profit institution that is established as a Private Assistance Institution (IAP) in June 2014 with the commitment and delivery of the Dolphin Discovery company to its community. The main objective of the institution is to promote the full development of children from zero to sixteen years of age through a model of cooperation among different sectors of the community, in order to promote an organized civil society with a comprehensive care scheme.
More information can be found on the following website www.fundaciondolphindiscovery.org
About Transformar Educando A.C.
Transformar Educando is a civil association that with the support of companies and foundations in the private and governmental sector, are concerned about the well-being and education of the communities in the Riviera Maya. Throughout 17 years, many people’s lives have been transformed in the area, serving the towns of Chemuyil, Akumal and Puerto Aventuras.
More information can be found at www.transformareducando.org
Media contact:
Andrea Olvera
Public Relations Executive – Dolphin Discovery Group
Phone: 8817400 ext. 10123
Email: ejecutivorp@dolphindiscovery.com
“Dolphin Discovery Foundation IAP in conjunction with the Board of Arts and Culture of Cancun gave as a Christmas gift 30 tickets to 15 children with visual disabilities of the Center for Multiple Attention and the ProDown Foundation to assist with a relative and enjoy the Concert “Posada Mexicana” organized by the Camerata de Cancún through its program “Music for All”.
This concert was held at the Cancun Theater on December 9th, giving them a unique opportunity of aesthetic experience, excitement, as these children do not attend cultural events of this magnitude.
We are proud to be able to contribute to their cultural education by supporting this good cause, it has to be love. “
Children who assisted the concert “Posada Mexicana”
Press release
GDD-20171
DOLPHIN DISCOVERY AND PUERTO AVENTURA INHABITANTS ANNOUNCE RACE TO BENEFIT TRANSFORMAR EDUCANDO A.C.
Cancun, Quintana Roo on January 10th, 2017. – The Dolphin Discovery Foundation together with the inhabitants of Puerto Aventuras, announced the details of the 9th annual race held in Dolphin Puerto Aventuras.
With a capacity able to host up to 700 runners, the Dolphin Puerto Aventuras race will take place next Sunday, January 22nd at 08:00 am. For the third consecutive year, proceeds will be donated to specific causes in support of the community. This year, the donation will be made for education projects through Transformar Educando A.C.
It is a family event altogether where adults, young teens and children can participate in any of the following available categories:
This year, more than 15 companies joined as sponsors, with the goal of raising funds for the construction of a ceramic room, which will benefit 250 students of the Puerto Aventuras Community Center. Graciela Maldonado, Director of Transformar Educando A.C., said that the construction of a ceramic room will be very useful and will complement cultural activities for students as well as the community in general.
“This is the third year we have participated as organizers. It is very comforting to see how families gather and engage in sporting activities that contribute to their health and also provide a great benefit to people in the communities supported by Tranformar Educando, “said Guadalupe Jiménez, Secretary of the Board of Trustees of Fundación Dolphin Discovery I.A.P.
The companies and agencies that will be sponsoring this 2017 edition are: Mayaland Resorts, Gray Line, Catalonia Hotels and Resorts, Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya, Grupo Regio, Sunset World, Omni Puerto Aventuras Hotel, Powerade, Crystal, PriceTravel Holding, Coco Bongo, Mayan Adventures , Dreams Puerto Aventuras, Energy Fitness and Aquaworld.
Registration fees are $ 250 per adult and $ 200 per child. The top 3 places in each category will be awarded in addition to raffles, prizes by the sponsors.
In addition, groups of 20 runners or more will be provided with a preferential price of $ 200 pesos per person.
More information and inscriptions can be found on the official website: www.carreradolphindiscovery.com
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About Dolphin Discovery Foundation:
The Dolphin Discovery Foundation is a non-profit institution that is established as a Private Assistance Institution (IAP) in June 2014 with the commitment and delivery of the Dolphin Discovery company to its community. The main objective of the institution is to promote the full development of children from zero to sixteen years of age through a model of cooperation among different sectors of the community, in order to promote an organized civil society with a comprehensive care scheme.
More information can be found on the following website www.fundaciondolphindiscovery.org
About Transformar Educando A.C.
Transformar Educando is a civil association that with the support of companies and foundations in the private and governmental sector, are concerned about the well-being and education of the communities in the Riviera Maya. Throughout 17 years, many people’s lives have been transformed in the area, serving the towns of Chemuyil, Akumal and Puerto Aventuras.
More information can be found at www.transformareducando.org
Media contact:
Andrea Olvera
Public Relations Executive – Dolphin Discovery Group
Phone: 8817400 ext. 10123
Cel: (998) 149-9735
Email: ejecutivorp@dolphindiscovery.com