Star-studded evening open to public and will include live performances from renowned R&B artists
Philadelphia Eagles Quarterback Donovan McNabb, New York Jets Kicker Jay Feely, South Florida brothers and former NFL greats Stockar and Jerome McDougle, and NFL legend Tim Brown will be among the celebrity athletes participating in a star-studded evening to raise money for earthquake relief efforts in Haiti.
The pool-side tropical affair will feature live performances from R&B artists Ginuwine, Brownstone and John Legend’s brother Vaughn Anthony, a silent auction and signature cocktails in addition to delicious food specialties prepared by the hottest chefs in town: Michelle Bernstein of Michy’s and Sra. Martinez, Michael Schwartz of Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink, Allen Susser of Chef Allen’s, Cindy Hutson of Ortanique and Andre Bienvenu of Joe’s Stone Crab. Additional food will be provided by Daniel Buss of The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club.
Party with a Purpose for Celebrities for Haiti is presented by the Off the Field Players’ Wives Association who will join the National Football League and the NFL Players’ Association in their pledge of 2.5 million for Haiti in partnership with the American Red Cross.
Wednesday, February 3, 7 to 10 p.m.
Laguna Pool at The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club
19999 West Country Club Drive in Aventura (Miami, Fla.)
(305) 932-6200
COST: $125 minimum donation per person
TICKETS: Spaces are limited. To purchase tickets, visit www.CelebritiesForHaiti.eventbrite.com
Other athletes who will be in attendance include former Miami Dolphins cornerbacks Darrell Malone and Floyd Raglin, tight end Cameron Cleeland (Saints, Patriots, Rams), defensive end Ebenezer Ekuban (Cowbows, Browns, Broncos), safety Kim Herring (Ravens, Rams Bengals), safety Kwamie Lassiter (Cardinals, Chargers, Rams), linebacker Michael Merriweather (Vikings, Jets, Steelers,) wide receiver Stephen Pierce (Browns), cornerback Jimmy Williams (49ers, Saints, Seahawks) and former MLB All-star pitcher Bill Gullickson.
Off the Field is dedicated to creating an environment that promotes relationships and alliances among spouses of active and retired players of the National Football League to be used as a resource in the communities where we live and work by raising money and devoting time to local, national and global organizations that strengthen the family unit.