Golf News for Friday, July 2, 2010 | Charity

10th Annual Doc Rivers Celebrity Golf Invitational announced

Boston Celtics' Head Coach and Ultimate Escapes Member Doc Rivers is once again partnering with leading destination club Ultimate Escapes to host his 10th annual Celebrity Golf Invitational at the Reunion Resort and Club Wyndham Grand Resort in Orlando. Coach Rivers and Ultimate Escapes, Inc. (OTCBB: ULEI and ULEI-W), are teaming up to raise money for Shepherd's Hope, a non-profit organization of volunteers that provides access to healthcare for the uninsured using an all-volunteer staff. The tournament will include a celebrity pairings party on the evening of July 22, in which each foursome will be paired with a participating celebrity, such as NBA basketball superstar Anthony "Spud" Webb and sportscaster Craig Sager. Past celebrity participants include NBA star Julius Erving, commonly known as Dr. J, founding member of The Commodores Thomas McClary, and NBA pro Bo Outlaw. The evening will also include the Ultimate Escapes auction and raffle, where attendees will have the chance to win a variety of luxury vacation experiences. The tournament will take place on the morning of July 23.

Through Ultimate Escapes' signature Ultimate Giving® program, individuals will have the chance to bid on five extraordinary packages, including five-night stays in New York City and Los Cabos. All proceeds from the auction will be given to Shepherd's Hope. Ultimate Giving has raised more than $350,000 for non-profit organizations, with a multi-year goal of collecting more than $1 million for deserving causes. This is the fifth year that Ultimate Escapes has partnered with Doc Rivers on his Celebrity Golf Invitational.

"We are pleased to once again partner with Doc Rivers to raise funds for Shepherd's Hope," said Jim Tousignant, president and CEO of Ultimate Escapes. "As an Orlando-based company, Ultimate Escapes is excited to be able to give back to a local organization that is doing such important work right in our own backyard. Ultimate Escapes salutes both Doc Rivers and Shepherd's Hope for all that they do for the central Florida community."

During the live auction taking place on July 22, guests will have the chance to bid on beautifully-appointed homes in New York, Los Cabos, Scottsdale and Jackson Hole. During their stay, winners will be treated to the five-star amenities and services that Ultimate Escapes Members have come to know and love. There will also be a raffle on July 22 that will give guests the chance to win a three-night stay in an Ultimate Escapes' Premiere Club property of their choice.

"I am thankful to Ultimate Escapes and its dedicated team for their continued support of the golf invitational and Shepherd's Hope," said Doc Rivers. "Without their partnership, we could not be as successful as we have been in raising money to support this important cause over the past several years."

For more information about the Doc Rivers Celebrity Golf Invitational and Shepherd's Hope, visit www.shepherdshope.org. For more information about Ultimate Escapes, visit www.ultimateescapes.com.

Ultimate Escapes®
Ultimate Escapes, Inc. (OTCBB: ULEI and ULEI-W), 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

Contact: BrieAnn Fast
Turner Public Relations
brieann(at)turnerpr.com



 
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