THE STEVE WILKOS SHOW” AND USA CARES TEAM TO SUPPORT MILITARY PERSONNEL

Steve Wilkos

NBC Universal Domestic Television Distribution’s “The Steve Wilkos Show” is teaming with national non-profit organization USA Cares to help raise awareness and make a difference in the lives of U.S. military personnel and their families.To kick off its second season in national syndication, “The Steve Wilkos Show” is joining forces with USA Cares to produce a national PSA campaign, create in-show messaging, participate in national and local fundraising events, co-branded online initiatives and much more.Wilkos, a former Marine and Chicago Police Officer, will serve as a national spokesperson for the organization and will be traveling the country to help get the word out for USA Cares. Wilkos, the married father of two young children, has a special place in his heart for those in the service, veterans and for the families left behind by those serving overseas.“As a former Marine, I couldn’t be more proud to support an organization like USA Cares,” says Wilkos. “USA Cares provides military families and veterans with critical resources and I cannot think of a more deserving group of people to support. We are kicking off our second season with USA Cares and you can get involved by simply logging on to our show's website www.SteveWilkos.com or www.usacares.org. "Bill Nelson, Executive Director of USA Cares said, “Steve Wilkos takes on difficult challenges and issues in a very direct and impactful way. And it’s like my Marine Corps friends say, ‘Once a Marine…Always a Marine.’ You have to respect the fact that some challenges just cannot be ignored and USA Cares is appreciative of Wilkos’ and NBC Universal’s commitment to assisting us help military families and veterans from all branches of service when they most need it.”USA Cares was created to help bear the burdens of service by providing military families with financial and advocacy support in their time of need. USA Cares assists wounded soldiers and their families, helps to prevent home foreclosures and evictions and supports veterans and their families during times of financial hardship.USA Cares has helped more than 12,000 military families over the last few years with everything from Christmas presents to saving a home from foreclosure. USA Cares currently has a special fundraising campaign called “Share A Minute.” A yearlong tour in Iraq or Afghanistan lasts 525,000 minutes. Buying a minute for $25.00 can make the difference for loved ones back home. One Minute – One Family."The Steve Wilkos Show" premiered its second season in syndication on September 15, 2008 and it’s distributed by NBC Universal Domestic Television Distribution.