Ashley HomeStore Newport News to Donate One Mattress Every Day in April to a Child in Need

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA. – Ashley HomeStore, the No. 1 furniture retailer in the United States, has announced plans to donate one Tempur-Pedic twin mattress every day in April to support children in need throughout Newport News.

“We’re calling on the community to help us with our ongoing ‘Hope to Dream’ campaign,” says Brett Johnson, Director of Sales & Marketing, GrandBrands Furniture. “Social workers, teachers, civic groups, friends, family and non-profit organizations on the Peninsula are encouraged to submit nominations at www.ashleyfurniturehomestore.com/hopetodream.”

Click here to submit a nomination.

“The Tempur-Pedic mattress donation includes a twin mattress & foundation set – a $1,000 value,” says Jeff Mizeur, Field Sales Manager for TempurSealy. “We are proud to partner with the new Ashley HomeStore in Newport News on a critical initiative to help kids get a good night’s sleep.”

The “30 in 30” program follows the March 16 grand opening of the Ashley HomeStore Newport News – a 30,000 square foot showroom in the Oyster Point section.

The mattress donation campaign will also take to the airwaves to spread the word. Each day in April, Ashley’s media partner 101.3 2WD and its popular disc jockey Don London will promote the mattress giveaway on air and encourage nominations. All qualified applicants will be notified via phone or email and given 30 days to respond. Don will also give away a $100 gift card to the 3rd caller every Monday-Friday throughout April.

For media inquiries, please contact Danny Rubin at danny@rubincommunications.com or 757-285-7617.

About GrandBrands, Ashley HomeStore Newport News is part of the GrandBrands family that includes six Grand Furniture locations, GFO (Grand Furniture Outlet), and Ashley HomeStore’s in Chesapeake, Virginia Beach and an Ashley Outlet in Virginia Beach.

Ashley HomeStore is committed to being your trusted partner and style leader for the home. This commitment has made Ashley HomeStore the No. 1 furniture retailer in the U.S. and one of the world’s best-selling furniture store brands with more than 600 locations in 28 countries. www.ashleyfurniturehomestore.com

Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc. (Ashley) feels that every person deserves more value for their money. Established in 1945, Ashley is one of the largest manufacturers of home furnishings in the world. From design through fulfillment, Ashley is committed to delivering the world’s best home furnishing values, selection and service, and earning the loyalty and trust of its customers every day. Visit Ashley online at www.ashleyfurniture.com

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