“This is a great way for young artists to capture their world through art,” said Rossina Gallegos, vice president and Hispanic segment manager for the bank’s diverse markets administration. “The Young Artist Contest provides an opportunity for youth from all ethnic backgrounds to tap into their creative side while also learning about the culture, traditions and history of the Hispanic community.”“Staples is proud to be a partner of this contest because both Union Bank and Staples share the mission to help the future of our communities by engaging in worthwhile programs that promote education and support schools,” said Kenneth Brooks, regional marketing champion with Staples.Based in San Francisco, UnionBanCal Corporation (NYSE:UB) is a bank holding company with assets of $53.2 billion at June 30, 2007. Its primary subsidiary, Union Bank of California, N.A., had 319 full-service branches in California, 4 full service branches in Oregon and Washington, and 2 international offices at June 30, 2007. The company’s Web site is located at www.unionbank.com.Staples, Inc. invented the office superstore concept in 1986 and today is the world’s largest office products company. With 74,000 talented associates, the company is committed to making it easy to buy a wide range of office products, including supplies, technology, furniture, and business services. With 2006 sales of $18.2 billion, Staples serves consumers and businesses ranging from home-based businesses to Fortune 500 companies in 22 countries throughout North and South America, Europe and Asia. Headquartered outside of Boston, Staples operates more than 1,900 office superstores and also serves its customers through mail order catalog, e-commerce and contract businesses. More information is available at www.staples.com.
Union Bank seeks young artists for Hispanic Heritage month contest
September 07, 2007
Entry forms now available at participating Union Bank locations
Santa Paula News
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Union Bank of California, N.A., in partnership with Staples, is encouraging young artists ages 12-18 in Santa Paula and throughout Ventura County, to participate in its sixth annual Young Artist Contest.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Union Bank of California, N.A., in partnership with Staples, is encouraging young artists ages 12-18 in Santa Paula and throughout Ventura County, to participate in its sixth annual Young Artist Contest. Entry forms will be available from September 4 through October 15 at participating Union Bank branches countywide and on the Internet at www.unionbank.com/youngartist.The contest is open to youth of all ethnicities. Winners will be selected in late October in two age categories, 12-15 and 16-18.First-place winners in each category will receive $1,000 and $1,000 matching award for the first-prize-winner’s school. Second- and third-place winners will receive $500 and $250, respectively. Additionally, Staples-a sponsor of the event-will present winners with additional prizes including gift cards and digital cameras. The contest will run during Hispanic Heritage Month from September 4 through October 15. Contest participants may submit an original 8.5” X 11” drawing based on the theme “Hispanic Heritage/Culture” to any of the participating Union Bank branches. Beginning September 4, participating branch locations may be found by visiting Union Bank’s Web site at www.unionbank.com/youngartist and entry forms will be available at the Santa Paula Union Bank branch located at 634 E. Main St. A completed form signed by a parent or legal guardian, must accompany all entries. The deadline for entering is October 15.The sixth annual contest is sponsored in conjunction with other activities and events Union Bank hosts during Hispanic Heritage Month.
