A campaign that publicizes the need for child auto-seat restraints has received a $100,000 grant.
"Hold on to Dear Life" was given the award by the toy chain Toys R Us. The award was presented by Toys R Us general manager Truvillus Hall, who traveled to Salt Lake City from Stockton, Calif., for the presentation."We are both honored and excited to receive such a prestigious grant from Toys R Us," said Doug Nielsen, assistant administrator at Primary Children's Medical Center. The hospital's child advocacy division heads the campaign.
Spokeswoman Janet Jackson said the grant will cover the campaign's printing costs.
Janet Brooks, manager of child advocacy at Primary Children's, said the campaign hopes to increase awareness about the rising problem of child abuse and neglect in Utah. It also wants to help people know about alternative ways to cope with frustrations, instead of actions that can evolve into abuse.