Dallas’ The Next Big Give Contest Open for Nominations
Dallas Market Center today launched the third annual The Next Big Give contest, a national search for specialty retailers that give back in their communities through volunteering, raising funds or donating goods.
Whether spending time serving at a local food bank, holding a fundraising event to benefit a worthy cause or collecting goods for an organization in need – The Next Big Give seeks retailers who make a difference.
“We’re truly inspired by retailers serving in their communities,” said Cindy Morris, COO, Dallas Market Center. “We look forward to hearing even more stories of good works and kindness.” Ten finalists will be announced on Jan. 8, 2013 and two winners on Feb. 14, 2013. Two winners will receive a complimentary trip to March Market in Dallas (March 21-24, 2013) including round- trip airfare from anywhere in the continental U.S. and two nights hotel stay.
While at Market, The Next Big Give winners will be recognized during The Inspired Event, a cocktail party benefiting a charitable cause. The winners will share their stories of giving back in hopes to inspire other retailers to do the same.
Retailers may nominate themselves or be nominated by a manufacturer, a sales representative or customer. The application is available at www.dallasmarketcenter.com/give. Deadline for applications is Dec. 7, 2012.
The contest is open to specialty retailers operating their stores in the continental U.S. The finalists and winners will be selected by a panel of industry experts and Dallas Market Center representatives. For additional information on the contest, visit www.dallasmarketcenter.com/give or email thenextbiggive@mcmcmail.com.
About Dallas Market Center
Founded in 1957, Dallas Market Center is the world’s most complete wholesale marketplace. Within its marketplace of more than five million square feet, retailers from around the globe source products ranging from home furnishings, gifts, decorative accessories and lighting to textiles, fashion accessories and men’s, western, women’s and children’s apparel. With more than 50 markets each year attended by more than 200,000 retail buyers from all 50 states and 78 countries, Dallas Market Center offers hundreds of events and seminars geared toward helping retailers expand business and increase profits. As a result, more than $8 billion in estimated wholesale transactions are conducted annually within the Dallas Market Center complex. The Dallas Market Center website is available at www.dallasmarketcenter.com.
