BLOOMFIELD, Conn., April 10,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In an effort to aid local
communities impacted by the Southern
California wildfires, The Cigna Group and basketball legend
Earvin "Magic" Johnson joined forces on a Bright Futures Carnival
that provided Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena kids with a fun-filled day of
activities, food and gifts – along with a special visit from the
basketball legend himself.
The local Pasadena, Calif.
community, as well as other areas, experienced devastating losses
due to the fires. In all, 75 families from the Boys & Girls
Club of Pasadena lost their homes,
along with five local schools, including Odyssey Charter School,
where Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena had a Clubhouse and afterschool
program. The carnival aimed to provide a day of much-needed relief
for kids and their families whose lives have been uprooted by the
disaster.
"In the aftermath of the fires, many local children remain
without access to vital resources and are facing increased mental
health challenges such as anxiety, fear and grief," said
David M. Cordani, chairman and CEO
of The Cigna Group. "The Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena is a pillar of support in this
community, and we are honored that our long-term partner, Mr.
Johnson, brought some much-needed joy and spread his special gift
of positivity and inspiration to the kids and staff."
"I'm so happy that we were able to provide a much-needed day of
fun to local Altadena and
Pasadena children, as well as
others in surrounding communities. It's so important for us to come
together and support these families whose lives have been changed
forever," Mr. Johnson said. "I was fortunate to spend the day with
so many of these special families, provide some encouragement and
much-needed items – and most importantly – show that we're here for
them. Thank you to the Pasadena Boys & Girls Club for serving
these communities at a time they need it most."
Volunteers from The Cigna Group joined Mr. Cordani and Mr.
Johnson to host the carnival at the Boys & Girls Club of
Pasadena Slavik Clubhouse. Highlights of the event included:
- Food Truck Lunch: Kids enjoyed a delicious lunch from
local food trucks.
- Outdoor Activities: The carnival kicked off with outdoor
games and activities, providing a fun and engaging environment for
the children.
- Carnival Stations: Kids rotated through various
stations, including pop-a-shot, carnival games, and snack
stations.
- Gifts: Each family received Ralph's gift cards, along
with LA Lakers and Dodgers items, and mental health packs from The
Cigna Group.
"We are grateful for the support from The Cigna Group and Mr.
Johnson," said Lisa Cavelier, CEO of
the Boys & Girls Club of Pasadena. "They are showing up for us when our
community needs them the most."
In January, The Cigna Group Foundation donated $150,000 to support local wildfire relief efforts
and this week, The Cigna Group donated an additional $25,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of
Pasadena. Since 2024, The Cigna
Group Foundation has donated $250,000
to Boys & Girls Clubs of America to support youth mental health
programming.
About The Cigna Group
The Cigna Group (NYSE:CI) is a global health company committed
to creating a better future built on the vitality of every
individual and every community. We relentlessly challenge ourselves
to partner and innovate solutions for better health. The Cigna
Group includes products and services marketed under Cigna
Healthcare, Evernorth Health Services or its subsidiaries. The
Cigna Group maintains sales capabilities in more than 30 countries
and jurisdictions and has more than 186 million customer
relationships around the world. Learn more at
thecignagroup.com.
About The Cigna Group Foundation
The Cigna Group Foundation is a private foundation funded by
contributions from The Cigna Group (NYSE:CI) and its subsidiaries.
The Cigna Group Foundation aims to support, collaborate, and
convene with nonprofit organizations addressing society's greatest
health challenges. In addition to increasing access to programs and
care in geographies demonstrating significant need, the Foundation
responds with humanitarian aid relief during critical times and
strengthens colleagues' support of causes through matching
donations and volunteer rewards. To learn more, visit
www.thecignagroup.com/community.
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(313) 510-4173
Jocelyn.Parker@CignaHealthcare.com
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