Reality TV Show to Find Jobs for Youth on eBay

Springboard Group announced today that they would be using eBay auctions to donate $50,000 in VIP packages to Jobs for Youth of Illinois, a non-profit organization benefiting Chicago area youth.

Chicago, IL July 9, 2004 --- After weeks of hype surrounding their new reality TV endeavor, Springboard Group, a Chicago based real estate education firm, announced today that they will be donating over $50,000 in VIP packages to Jobs for Youth/Chicago and selling them on auction mega-site eBay.com.

Douglas Crowe, Managing Director of Springboard Group, is enthusiastic. "Were thrilled to be able to donate to such a wonderful cause! One of the tragedies of our society is the failure of our country to teach financial intelligence and responsibility to our youth. Jobs for Youth/Chicago has helped over 13,000 of our youth find meaningful employment.

There will actually be several auctions to bid on through July 18th. Each auction will be for a VIP package for two to the July 20th reality TV event. Among other perks VIP Packages include a 2-day set pass to the taping of the show and a $500 sponsor gift set.

100% of the sale price goes to the charity directly through eBays MissionFish program. Anyone who would like to attend the event can do so for free by registering at our website. However, these 50 individuals are going to get the red-carpet treatment. They are the VIP stars of our kick-off event. boasts Crowe.

Everyone is encouraged to learn more & to support Jobs for Youth by visiting our eBay auction page at www.springboardcorp.com/ebay or by doing an eBay search for REALITY TV VIP and bidding on the packages.

However, no donation is required to attend. Anyone (age 18+) may request a free seat at the July 20th event. Limited seating is available through the website at http://www.ChicagoApprentice.com or by phone at (630) 681-9424.

LIMITED MEDIA EVENT! Media wishing to cover, tape, or attend the event should contact Douglas Crowe immediately at (630) 890-3998.

Contact:
Douglas Crowe
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