ATLANTA (March 23, 2006) – Latino children in metro Atlanta will have more educational opportunities in their future thanks to a $25,000 pledge to the Latin American Association (LAA) by PS Energy Group, Inc., a Hispanic-owned energy marketing company that provides natural gas to Georgians through its division, GasKeyTM.

PS Energy Group has pledged to contribute $5,000 a year for the next five years to support LAA programs that improve educational opportunities for area Latino children through after school and summer enrichment programs and outreach efforts.

“My family taught me the importance of working hard and reaching for your dreams,” said Livia Whisenhunt, the CEO and founder of PS Energy Group. “I want Atlanta’s Latino young people to see the possibilities and get the tools they need to build a better life for themselves and their families.” Whisenhunt started PS Energy Group in 1985. Today, PS Energy Group is one of Atlanta’s fastest growing companies and among the nation’s top 50 diversity-owned businesses.

“We’re delighted that PS Energy Group has stepped forward to help us kick off the Latin American Association’s first Annual Campaign in five years,” said Maritza Pichon, LAA’s executive director. “Livia Whisenhunt is a great example for Latino children that any dream is within their reach."

About The Latin American Association
The Latin American Association is a nonprofit organization that provides comprehensive transitional services for Latinos as they strive for self-sufficiency and an enhanced quality of life. By responding to the community’s basic needs, the LAA helps its clients gain knowledge and skills necessary to fully participate in the larger community. The LAA offers employment, immigration, youth, family, housing, and translation services, as well as English and Spanish language classes. For more information, visit www.latinamericanassoc.org.