Synergy Production Group Announces Hoops of Hope All-Stars Tour, the World's Largest Free Throw Festival, to Raise Money for AIDS Orphans in Africa

Charlotte, NC (May 8): Mbala, Zambia [School, Economic]

Atlanta, GA (June 12): Twachiyanda, Zambia [Water, School]

Philadelphia, PA (June 19): Sinagongwe, Zambia [Water, Economic]

Orlando, FL (June 26): Kapululwe, Zambia [School, Economic]

Minneapolis, MN (July 10): Adama & Quacha Bira, Ethiopia [Water, School, Economic]

Dallas, TX (July 17): Nyamagabe, Rwanda [School, Economic]

Portland, OR (July 24): Uganda [School, Economic]

Sacramento, CA (July 31): Ching'anda, Malawi [School]

Anaheim, CA (August 7)::Mwingi, Kenya [Economic]

Denver, CO (August 14): Angola [Health]

"I'm thrilled to have the Synergy team working with Hoops of Hope to make this the largest free throw festival ever. This is an opportunity for anyone to make a difference and have fun while doing it. We want to take 15 million shots, one for each child orphaned by AIDS," Austin said.

"We believe that businesses can do much to help others," Taylor said. "We have an obligation to create lasting impact and bring social justice to those who could easily be forgotten."

About Hoops of Hope:
Hoops of Hope (www.hoopsofhope.org) is a 501c3 organization based in Mesa, Arizona that was founded in 2003 to raise money for AIDS orphans in Africa. Thousands of people from 17 countries have participated in Hoops of Hope events, raising more than $1.5 million to date.

About Austin Gutwein:
Austin Gutwein founded Hoops of Hope at age nine. He is the co-author of "Take Your Best Shot," the story of the start of Hoops of Hope and extraordinary experiences in helping AIDS orphans in Africa.

About Synergy Production Group:
Synergy Production Group (www.synergyprg.com/) creates and produces live events that connect musical artists, causes or brands with audiences. Based in Franklin, Tennessee, Synergy is a turn-key solution, offering strategic content development, creative design, audio, video and lighting production, talent procurement and complete program management.

About World Vision:
World Vision (www.worldvision.org/) is an internationally recognized humanitarian relief organization working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. Hoops of Hope channels 100% of funds raised through World Vision on projects in Africa.