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Jim Cramer's Top Charity Auction Items
If you're a fan of the golf links or great big diamonds, don't miss the following events. See what's out there for the taking on the charity circuit this week, chosen by The Street.com and CNBC's Mad Money's Jim Cramer. So raise your paddle (or click your mouse) to raise extra money for a good cause.
October 4: Dibs on a Diamond for The Miami Children's Hospital Foundation
The Diamond Ball in Miami is glittering with talent, tunes and one titanic rock. Smokey Robinson headlines a concert that includes disco legend Gloria Gaynor and 7-year-old piano prodigy Ethan Bortnick. Rub shoulders with guest of honor, Beyonce, who will be inducted into the Children’s Hospital’s Pediatric Hall of Fame in acknowledgement of her work for children. And if you're feeling bold, bid on the signature item up for auction: a 1.8 carat diamond in a custom mounting.
DATE/TIME/LOCATION: 10/4/08, 8:45 PM, The American Airlines Arena, Miami, FL
TICKETS: $50
OPENING BID: $2,600
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Danielle Pricken at (786) 268-1794 or dpricken@mchf.org
PROCEEDS BENEFIT: The Miami Children's Hospital Foundation creates awareness and raises funds for the only children's specialty hospital in South Florida.
OCTOBER 14: Take a Trip to Hollywood for the R.O.S.E. Fund
Let the good times bloom at the 2008 R.O.S.E. Awards Celebration with host and Emmy-nominated celebrity stylist David Evangelista. Enjoy cocktails, dinner and an auction where you can bid on a trip to the 2009 Masters that includes lunch in the Players Lounge with host and Hall of Fame golfer, Gary Player.




