Steve "USS" Cunningham and family thank boxing community for contributions for Kennedy Cunningham Fundraiser

Philadelphia (October 6, 2014)--Two-time Cruiserweight world champion & Current top-10 Heavyweight contender Steve "USS" Cunningham and his family would like to thank the boxing community for the contributions to the Kennedy Cunningham Fundraiser on www.heartbyfaith.com. Kennedy Cunnungham is the 9 year-old daughter of Steve & Livvy Cunningham and is awaiting a life-saving heart transplant surgery. The fundraiser was set up this summer with the proceeds going to out of pocket expenses for the Cunninghams, which included finding a new home close to the hospital for the potential surgery in Pittsburgh. Within the two months, the goal of $25,000 was reached with most of the donations coming from members of the boxing industry. "We are humbled and grateful for what everyone has done to pitch in," said Steve Cunningham.  "These donations came from all over the world from promoters, managers, television people, fighters and everyone else." Said Livvy Cunningham, "We are truly touched by the outpouring of help from everybody.  Because of the contributions from everybody, We are as comfortable as we can be in this situation and we found a place minutes away from the hospital.  It truly shows that when people get together, they can make a huge difference in people's lives." Cunningham Family says Thank You

Steve "USS" Cunningham returns to the ring on Saturday, October 18 at the 2300 Arena in Philadelphia when he takes on undefeated Natu Visinia in a 10-round Heavyweight bout that will headline a card on NBC Sports Net About October 18 The Oct. 18 edition of NBCSN Fight Night will take place at the 2300 Arena at 2300 Swanson Street in South Philadelphia. It features a 10-round heavyweight fight between Steve "USS" Cunningham, of Philadelphia, and Natu Visinia, of Lakewood, CA. A 10-round junior lightweight contest between Edner Cherry, of Wauchula, FL, and Jerry Belmontes, of Corpus Christi, TX is the co-feature. Five additional fights open the show at 6:45 PM (EST). Tickets are $50 and $75 and are available by calling Peltz Boxing (215-765-0922) or going online at www.peltzboxing.com. They also can be purchased at Wanamakers Tickets (215-568-2400). The card is presented by Main Events and Peltz Boxing in association with Final Forum Promotions and BAM Boxing. The NBCSN Fight Night telecast will begin at 9 PM ET. Doors open at 6 PM. The event is sponsored by Rocco's Collision.  NBC Sports Live Extra: NBC Sports Live Extra: NBC Sports Group's live streaming product for desktops, mobile devices and tablets -- will live stream Fight Night at 9 PM EST/6 PM PST onOct. 18. For desktops, NBC Sports Live Extra can be accessed at NBCSports.com/liveextra. The NBC Sports Live Extra app for mobile devices and tablets is available at the App Store for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch and on select Android handset and tablet devices within Google Play. FOLLOW US: Official hashtag: #FightNight www.mainevents.com Twitter: @main_events  Facebook: facebook.com/MainEventsBoxing www.nbcsports.com Twitter: @NBCSN Facebook: facebook.com/NBCSports www.peltzboxing.com Twitter: @PeltzBoxing Facebook: facebook.com/PeltzBoxingPromotions

RAGING BABE & PPFBOXING DELIVER SUCCESSFUL SOIREE FOR WOMEN IN BOXING, KENNEDY CUNNINGHAM HEART TRANSPLANT FUNDRAISER

Las Vegas (September 19, 2014) - This past Friday, September 12th 2014, The Raging Babe Soiree took place at the Sugar Factory, inside the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. Hosted by the first lady of boxing Jackie Kallen, forty influential women in the boxing industry gathered for dinner, networking opportunities, fun, and most importantly for a great cause.  "The Raging Babe Soiree was a raging success. To be among so many strong women, all connected to the world of boxing, was a treat for all of us. The energy in the room was palpable and the evening seemed to go forever as more and more people joined us to celebrate the sport we love," expressed Jackie Kallen. Michelle Rosado, president of Raging Babe added, "The soiree was fantastic. It was a chance for all us women in the sport of boxing to let our hair down and be in each other's company. The event symbolized everything that Raging Babe stands for and what I looked to create with our very first event back in 2013. We have formed our own little family and I couldn't be happier to be part of such a loyal group of women who have supported me, and each other no matter what. The turnout was amazing. Besides having a phenomenal time, they all appreciated being genuinely recognized. This event made me more proud because we were able to raise money for the Kennedy Cunningham Heart Transplant Fundraiser. That was truly the icing on the cake." PPFBOXING was on hand to educate the women on the importance of boxers protecting themselves and their family outside of the ring. PPFBOXING features programs for boxers such as 401k, pension, and life insurance. They also provide branding, licensing and promotional opportunities with the biggest companies in the world. The goal of PPFBOXING is to shorten the time of a boxer in the ring, and increase their portfolio outside the ring. Visit www.ppfhome.com for more information or contact Ralph Velez at 602-695-5798. Due to generous financial contributions from sponsors, everyone in attendance was provided with a fantastic dinner, bottomless signature cocktails & champagne, gift bags, and most importantly unforgettable memories. The combination of angel donations and sponsorship contributions helped raise a significant amount of money to be donated to the Kennedy Cunningham Heart Transplant Fundraiser. A special thanks to: Grand Marnier, Professional Pension Funds, Elite Boxing Enterprises, GFX Solutions, Frank Galarza, Gabriel Rosado, Benefit Cosmetics, and WON Promotions. Details on the next Raging Babe event will be announced shortly. TO DONATE TO THE KENNEDY CUNNINGHAM HEART TRANSPLANT FUNDRAISER, VISIT www.heartbyfaith.com.

Raging Babe Soirée on Friday, September 12th at the Sugar Factory inside the Paris Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada

Proceeds will be donated to Heart By Faith: Kennedy Cunningham Heart Fundraiser

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Las Vegas, NV (August 13, 2014) - The Raging Babe Soirée presented by RAGING BABE will take place September 12, 2014 in Las Vegas, NV at the Paris Casino on the eve of the boxing event "MAYHEM: Mayweather vs. Maidana 2". The exclusive event will be hosted by the Sugar Factory, inside "The Chocolate Room"at the beautiful Paris Hotel in Las Vegas, at 7 PM PT. What began as the "Raging Babe Brunch" in Las Vegas, NV has morphed into a traditional event that continues to grow and build off the previous ones. "Boxing has always been classified as a niche sport. However, within that niche exists a small, but strong, network of hardworking women. The goal of this event is to allow these women to meet, network, share experiences, build a support system for each other, while inspiring a future generation of women in the industry," stated Michelle Rosado, founder of Raging Babe. "More importantly, what has become a special tradition for all past events we have been associated with and directed, we will recognize remarkable female pioneers of this great sport." The event's primary honoree is Livvy Cunningham, manager and wife of boxer Steve Cunningham, and her daughter Kennedy who was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS), a congenital heart defect where the left side of her heart was under-developed and unable to function. Today, Kennedy has been listed for a new heart. To read Kennedy's Heart Hopeful story, visit www.heartbyfaith.com.  "A new heart is giving Kennedy a fighting chance to live and every child deserves that." Rosado continued, "While Kennedy awaits her new heart, we are supporting the Cunningham's on this journey by raising money at the soirée to help their family cover expenses that come along with this heartfelt cause." Rosado also stated that in addition to help raising money for Kennedy through the soirée, Raging Babe will donate a percentage of all financial contributions from event sponsors to the Kennedy Cunningham's Heart Transplant Fundraiser.  Raging Babe is a full service marketing and branding company who has a growing clientele of professional boxers. Raging Babe specializes in assisting their clients with their presence outside the ring, as well as heading their marketing and digital portfolio, and generating more interaction through their social networks. Established in 2011, Raging Babe has developed, directed, and executed various boxing events, fighter marketing campaigns, and events honoring women of boxing. Be sure to visit ragingbabe.com for updated information on the September 12thRaging Babe Soirée and follow Rosado on Twitter @M_RagingBabe. To become a sponsor of the Raging Babe Soiree, or would like to simply contribute to Kennedy Cunningham, contact Michelle Rosado at: michelle@ragingbabe.com

Raging Babe online store to launch Friday; Proceeds to go to Heart By Faith: Kennedy Cunningham Heart Fundraiser

LAS VEGAS (JULY 31, 2014)--Michelle Rosado, Raging Babe founder launches her much anticipated Raging Babe web store (www.ragingbabe.com)  this Friday. The online store will offer boxing themed clothing for both women and men, as well as novelty items at affordable prices.    "This Raging Babe line has been in the works for over a year. I wanted it to be unique, affordable, relatable and yet fashionable for both women and men too. I believe our merchandise will appeal to the boxing fans around the world," said Rosado. From August 1 - September 1, 10% of total proceeds will be donated to Heart By Faith: Kennedy Cunningham's Heart Transplant Fundraiser. "Kennedy Cunningham is the true definition of a Raging Babe. She's a lover, she's a fighter, and certainly a survivor. The family is a faithful and fighting one and they need our help," finished Rosado. Kennedy Cunningham is the 9-year old daughter of two-time Cruiserweight world champion Steve "USS" Cunnungham.  She was born with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome and  is awaiting a heart transplan that will be performed in Pittsburgh.   Your donations will help cover the out of pocket expenses that come along with this amazing opportunity.   Traveling to and from Pittsburgh as well as securing and maintaining a "home away from home" while Kennedy awaits her new heart and recovers from surgery. To make a donation, visit www.heartbyfaith.com.

Daughter of two-time world champion Steve "USS" Cunningham continues to fight and is put on Heart Transplant List

Fundraiser set up to help offset mounting medical costs and accommodations to be close to hospital in Pittsburgh

For Immediate Release   Philadelphia (July 21, 2014)-- America was introduced to Kennedy Cunningham when her father first fought on NBC back in December of 2012 when he faced Tomasz Adamek in that epic battle, we learned that she suffered from a severed heart condition called HLHS.   In April when Steve fought Amir Mansour on NBC Sports, the family had just received heart breaking news when they we told that Kennedy was not a candidate for heart transplant as they had hoped.   She had her first open heart surgery at 2 days old and the second six months later. She was hospitalized for the first year of her life and suffered many set backs along the way, including a stroke, many blood infections and also required a trach and vent for several years when she was younger. The doctors that cared for her back then all say that she is a miracle, they saw everything she went through and never thought she would live to be 8 years old! Now, almost 9 years later she continues to show us how tough she is! Most children with HLHS undergo a third repair which can allow them to live into adulthood, however it was determined that Kennedy was not a candidate due to the anatomy of her heart and the extent of its defects (small pulmonary arteries and tricuspid valve regurgitation). It was then that we were advised that she would have to have a heart transplant. She went through the entire transplant evaluation in our hometown of Philadelphia at the Children's Hospital there and in March our world was shattered when we were told by the Heart Failure team at CHOP that Kennedy was not a candidate for transplant or any other surgery. We were told, "no matter what, Kennedy is going to die far to soon". They told Steve and his wife Livvy that the best they could do was give her medicine to help her heart function but that there would come a time when her heart would give out and there would be nothing they could do.    "I was so completely heart broken the day her doctor sat me down and gave me the news," said Livvy.  "My world collapsed.  I cried for 3 days straight while I tried to wrap my head around the news and tried to figure out how to live without the hope of a beautiful future for our beautiful daughter, tried to picture our lives without her.  I just couldn't, it was impossible"    The Cunninghams are a faithful, fighting family and decided 'they were not going to give up on their daughter and just watch her fade away. They chose to seek a second opinion. The Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh agreed to evaluate her and on June 25th, 2014, Kennedy was accepted into their program and listed for a heart transplant! Receiving a heart transplant is giving her a fighting chance to live the full, energy filled life that every child deserves.    "I'll never forget the day I got the call from my wife with the news, I broke down like never before, I lost it.  I was in the middle of my training camp for a must win fight.  People close to me told me I should pull out of the fight, that it was too much for me.  But I knew that I had to fight for Kennedy, she has been through so many battles in her life and has never once given up and I was not going to let her see her father quit.  I turned my sadness and fear into determination and on fight night, I had to dig deep but it was that determination that got me up off the canvas twice to win.  We will never give up on Kennedy and are so blessed and excited that The Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh has agreed to take her on and list her", said Steve Cunningham  Now that Kennedy is listed in Pittsburgh, The Cunninghams' have to travel there 1-2 times per month for appointments and  have to be ready at any time to jump on the road when they get "the call" that she has her new heart waiting for her. Once that call comes in, they will have 4 hours to get her to Pittsburgh and right now, they live 4.5 hours away. Additionally, They will have to remain in the Pittsburgh area for at least 6 months post-op so housing must also be arranged. After Steve's thrilling win on April 4, fans and the boxing community reached out to Steve and Livvy asking how they could help.   The Cunningham's have set up a fund where donations will help this  family cover the out of pocket expenses that come along with this amazing opportunity. Traveling to and from Pittsburgh as well as securing and maintaining a "home away from home" while Kennedy awaits her new heart and recovers from surgery. TO DONATE TO THE KENNEDY CUNNINGHAM TRANSPLANT FUNDRAISER, PLEASE CLICK ON  http://www.heartbyfaith.com/