Released on: January 4, 2008, 3:30 am

Press Release Author: Frank DeLape

Industry: Non Profit

Press Release Summary: Frank DeLape of Six Diamond Resorts International has spent
the last nine Christmases playing the role of Santa Clause for the children of The
Bridge.The joy these children experience coupled with the look of relief on the
faces of their mothers.


Press Release Body: HOUSTON,TEXAS, Jan 04,2008--As the children sang "Santa Clause
is coming to Town," a familiar figure appeared at the door of "The Bridge" family
crisis shelter, with an overflowing bag of gifts in tow. Frank DeLape of Six
Diamond Resorts International has spent the last nine Christmases playing the role
of Santa Clause for the children of The Bridge; fulfilling the request of each
child's "#1 wish-gift". Delape articulates, "The joy these children experience
coupled with the look of relief on the faces of their mothers - who are doing
something so truly courageous, is really what giving back is all about."

Frank was joined by his wife, Kimberly DeLape, and together they spread goodwill and
hope to all of the families at The Bridge. "These children and their mothers are
literally driven from their homes with nothing but the clothing on their back by an
abusive husband and father" DeLape declares. He continues to explain that
"Christmas can be the most difficult time of the year for them It is important to
show the children and their mothers that amidst all they've been through, there is
still magic in the world and Santa will come to fulfill their wish." Indeed, wishes
were fulfilled; the festivities included cookies, candy canes, musicians, hugs from
Santa, and of course presents. Each child was called forth one at a time to receive
the Christmas gift they asked for in letters to Santa earlier this month. "We don't
say no to any request - we've given everything from laptops to Nike sneakers to the
age-old Cabbage Patch Kid." Tears of joy were shed by the families, the SDRI
"elves" and the wonderful staff of The Bridge shelter, as the children were able to
enjoy a rare moment of "normalcy".

The Bridge was incorporated in 1978 as a non-profit shelter program offering a
family-like atmosphere for women and children in crisis situations. Today it is one
of the largest crisis centers in Texas providing education and prevention services,
counseling and legal advocacy, rape crisis and victim assistance services to more
than 20,000 people annually.

The offices of Six Diamond Resorts International were transformed into Santa's
workshop during the month of December, filled with bright paper, bows, boxes and
many presents. Belinda Long, Frank DeLape's executive assistant, took great care to
check Santa's list twice and ensure all was in order for the children at The Bridge
as well as coordinate Santa's appearance earlier this month in Panama. SDRI also
hosted "Santa's Christmas Wish Night" at the Malumbo Orphanage in Arraijan, Panama.
Santa once again made an appearance with cake, pizza, and clowns, and the 150
children received two personalized gifts each. This was the second year the DeLapes
visited these beautiful children, and the event has now been added as one of Santa's
annual appearances.

If you would like to become involved Contact The Bridge at: The Bridge Over Troubled
Waters Inc. P. O. Box 3488, Pasadena, Texas 77501. Their office phone is
713-472-0753 and their 24-hour hotline is 713-472-2801 or visit their website at
http://www.tbotw.org

About the Malambo Orphanage:

The San Jose de Malambo orphanage was founded in 1890 and has been in operation for
more than 116 years. The administration of the orphanage is managed by the
Daughters of Saint Vincent. The orphanage houses 150 children, 27 of who are
infected with the HIV virus. Their phone number is 011 (507) 259-9186. If you
would like to make a donation, send to: P.O. Box 09816-07257, Panama or contact
becky@americasmediagroup.com
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Contact:

Frank DeLape
The Bridge Over Troubled Waters Inc
P. O. Box 3488,
Pasadena, Texas 77501
713-472-0753
becky@americasmediagroup.com
http://www.tbotw.org

Web Site: http://www.tbotw.org

Contact Details: Frank DeLape
The Bridge Over Troubled Waters Inc
P. O. Box 3488,
Pasadena, Texas 77501
713-472-0753
becky@americasmediagroup.com
http://www.tbotw.org