PUERTO VALLARTA (June 28, 2008) -- The Villa Group, a leading privately owned real estate hospitality development company, has recently donated $50,000 to Eagle’s Wings Foundation, an independent foundation dedicated to helping the children and families of Mexico.

In addition to major financial contributions to support Eagle’s Wing’s efforts, The Villa Group also created a thrift store where much of its recycled fixtures, furnishings and equipment are made available at deeply discounted rates to members of the community in Puerto Vallarta.  The contributions and thrift store profits have gone to such endeavors as a scholarship for a Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, funding for an orphanage in Cabo San Lucas, coordinating a food drive to feed thousands of adults and children and providing a bus and much needed shoes to isolated villages outside of major resort destinations.

Universal Vacation Club Members at Villa Group Resorts also contribute individually and as a group financially and to drives such as school supplies, socks, and clothes.

“Eagle’s Wings is an integral part of what being a UVC Member is all about,” said Jim McCarthy, Founder of the Organization.  “Many of us have been members of the club for nearly two decades and it is important for us to give back to this warm culture which has enriched our lives. Each year, The Villa Group shows its commitment to the Foundation with both financial and moral support.  We are proud to be part of the same family.”

According to Robert Kistner, Vice President of The Villa Group and President of the Universal Vacation Club, “our members and guests enjoy breathtaking beach front locations, world-class service and excellent amenities.  It is a blessing we can enjoy Mexico and all it has to offer; Eagle’s Wings’ Foundation is one way we can give back to our community.  We are passionate about supporting this fine organization.”

Founded in 1984, The Villa Group is one of Mexico's leading privately owned real estate development companies. Its portfolio features beachfront timeshare resorts located in Puerto Vallarta, Nuevo Vallarta, and Los Cabos, as well as well as fractional and full-ownership luxury real estate developments. Additionally, new timeshare and fractional properties are slated to open in Loreto and Cancun respectively in 2010. Universal Vacation Club has more than 60,000 members.