ORLANDO, Fla. -- NBA Celtics Coach Doc Rivers is partnering with leading destination club Ultimate Escapes to raise money for Shepherd's Hope, a non-profit organization of volunteers that provides access to health care for the uninsured. Through Ultimate Escapes signature 'Ultimate Giving' program, individuals will have the chance to bid, via a series of eBay auctions, on six extraordinary packages including a VIP Golf Experience with the world champion coach in Orlando and a VIP Celtics package during the 09/10 season.
The first auction, taking place June 25 - July 4, 2009, includes three offerings that grant the winners access to the exclusive collection of luxury homes usually reserved for members of the club: a VIP Golf Experience with Doc Rivers in Orlando, a five-night stay in a London home, and a five-night stay in a private residence in Turks & Caicos. As part of the Ultimate Giving initiative, all proceeds from the auction will be donated to the charity of Doc Rivers' choice, Shepherd's Hope. The auctions and details about each offering are available at www.UltimateGiving.com. Ultimate Giving has already raised more than $350,000 for non-profits, with a multi-year goal of collecting over $1 million for deserving causes.
The Doc Rivers VIP Golf Package Includes:
· A golf foursome (the winner and two friends, plus a celebrity) at the Doc Rivers Celebrity Golf Invitational on July 17, 2009 at Grand Cypress
· Meet & Greet with Doc Rivers during the private celebrity pairings party July 16, 2009
· Photo opportunity for the winner and guests with Doc and other celebrities
· Autographed Doc Rivers memorabilia
· Two-night stay in Ultimate Escapes Luxury Destination Clubs' $2 million Orlando home
· Golf Tournament Awards Luncheon for three
VIP Package Retail Value: $5,000
London Package
· Five nights in a luxurious London flat, complete with a private balcony overlooking the Thames River and stunning views of the Tower Bridge
Caribbean Package
· Five nights in a Turks & Caicos residence on the isle of Providenciales (or Provo to the locals), at The Somerset on Grace Bay
Additionally, a second auction taking place July 2-July 12, 2009 will offer three additional packages:
Celtics VIP Package
· Two night stay in Ultimate Escapes Luxury Ultimate Collection 5 star hotel partner - The Eliot Suite in Boston
· Four tickets to a Boston Celtics home game during the 2010 season
· Meet & greet with Doc Rivers just after the game.
· Autographed Doc Rivers memorabilia
Los Cabos Package
· A five night stay in beautiful Los Cabos, Mexico, where quaint colonial architecture, lively marinas and miles of pristine beaches surround your enchanting seaside hideaway.
Jackson Hole Package
· Five nights in Jackson Hole, either in a lavish loft just two blocks from Town Square or a fabulous residence in the Snake River Lodge Resort next to Grand Teton National Park
Ultimate Escapes®
Ultimate Escapes® is a leading destination club. Members enjoy flexible access to a growing collection of hundreds of multi-million dollar private residences and luxury hotels in over 150 global destinations. Locations range from chic urban apartments to charming beach cottages, spacious five-bedroom homes to an 80-foot private yacht. The Ultimate Escapes® brand is about delivering memorable, luxury travel experiences to Members who place great value on spending quality time with their family and friends. Additional information can be found at www.ultimateescapes.com .
About Ultimate Giving
At Ultimate Escapes®, we are committed to extraordinary service. This commitment extends into our social and environmental responsibility program, Ultimate Giving, and inspires us to positively impact the lives of others. We believe that serving our community is not only integral to running a successful business; it is part of our individual responsibilities as citizens of the world. We do this by supporting visionary not-for-profit organizations whose goals support: Commitment to Community Giving, Environmental Conservation, Well-being & Education for Children, Health Wellness & Hope. www.UltimateGiving.com
About Shepherd's Hope
Through the combined efforts of volunteer physicians and other health-care professionals, schools, hospitals, and faith congregations, Shepherd's Hope Health Centers provide quality, non-emergency medical care to those in need. www.shepherdshope.org
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