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November 25, 2009

In the Media:

PRESS RELEASE-charitybuzz Holiday Auction-gifts that giveTWICE

Press Release
November 25, 2009
New York, NY


Share the holidays with HRH Prince William and HRH Prince Harry, Cher, Emeril, Oprah, Martha Stewart, Eli Manning, Bette Midler, Gary Sinise, Ricky Martin, Alec Baldwin, Steven Adler, Barry Manilow, John Mayer, Ray Romano, Justin Timberlake, Larry King and other headliners in The Charitybuzz Holiday Auction That Gives Twice. Enjoy lavish vacations, attend unique sporting events, dine with celebrities, go behind-the-scenes of your favorite TV show or successful business, walk the red carpet, wear baubles or designer gowns and so much more in the largest and most exciting gift auction that benefits the top charities on the planet.

Whether you've been naughty or nice, the Charity Buzz Holiday Auction That Gives Twice has something for you. For the naughty loved one in your life, give the gift of Las Vegas and check out Cher, Bette Midler, Barry Manilow, Ray Romano, or Donnie & Marie’s shows and meet them backstage. Listen to Rock Legend, Steven Adler dish on the true stories of the good, bad and ugly of being a rock god along with a private drumming lesson, spend a day on the set of Hell’s Kitchen or dine with Emeril Legasse for some sinfully delicious meal!

Has that certain someone been nice? Why not surprise them this season with a visit to the set of their favorite TV Show? Go behind-the-scenes at The Good Wife or Ugly Betty. Meet Edie Falco on the set of Nurse Jackie, Alec Baldwin at 30 Rock or Gary Sinise at CSI: NY. Sit in on a read-through of the Family Guy, a taping of The Oprah Winfrey Show or The Tonight Show with Conan O’Brien. Go on-air with Martha Stewart or meet with Larry King on the set of his CNN show, Ricky Martin at a music video shoot, or Kate Linder on the set of The Young & The Restless. For the sports enthusiast, you can bid on a truly VIP Super Bowl package, watch The New York Giants from the owner’s box, watch the New York Rangers from luxury box, check out The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim at Spring Training Camp or hang-out with Eli Manning and the rest of the iconic Manning family along with Emeril Legasse. Golfers enjoy the 2010 Masters Cup, Traveler's Hartford Open, or Tavistock Open. Feel like royalty at Polo Match with HRH Prince William and HRH Prince Harry.

Some of the lavish junkets include a week in Provence, luxury tour of India, stays at the Il Bottaccio Relais & Chateaux, Ritz Carlton in St. Thomas, Villa D'Este Hotel in Italy or 5-star Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat along with a Rodeo Drive Shopping trip, dinner party at Rao's

Extravagant gifts include a Giorgio Armani Privé Watch, Ladies Diamond Rolex , Brequet Transatlantigue Automatique and Lorre Rodkin diamond creation. There is even a ride in Air Force One and a chance to own an award winning Arabian Mare.

Other unique celebrity experiences include: Meeting John Mayer after one of his sold out shows. Dining with Ne-Yo or Adrianne Curry & Christopher Knight. Golfing with John O’Hurley or LPGA Star & Model, Kim Hall. Lunch with Tony Award Winner, Alan Cummin or Boxing Legend, Buster Douglas. Chat with music entertainment mogul, Michael Mauldin or Secretary Madeleine Albright.

If you were looking the ultimate gift with or without the bow drive home in a 1987 vintage and totally fabulous Cobra from Richard Prince, bring sexy back on a Baby Grand Steinway from Justin Timberlake or even saddle up on an Arabian colt. You can also wrap-up a signed guitar from John Mayer, Kenny Chesney or Slash, a signed bass from Flea or a signed red saxophone from Branford Marsalis. Other memorable gifts are Red Carpet Dresses from Goldie Hawn, Clair Danes, Jessica Biel, Mandy Moore or Stephanie March, signed Converse from Selena Gomez and signed watches from Jermaine Dupri.

The auction is live at www.charitybuzz.com through December 21. With literally hundreds of fabulous auction items from today’s hottest celebrities, luxury brands, exclusive destinations and unique experiences, there is truly something for everyone in The Charity Buzz Holiday auction- gifts that giveTWICE. Items are continually being added so check back often to see the latest and greatest items as they become available, and BID NOW!

About charitybuzz
Charitybuzz is the leading online community of upscale bidders who truly doGOOD and liveWELL by believing that there is nothing more important than the works non profits undertake. The Company knows that cause marketing can be both effective and trend setting and its innovative auctions reach millions on a global basis. Its growing community of bidders are driven to do well, affluent, well educated, well informed and brand loyal. The top celebrities on the planet are found at www.charitybuzz.com and we encourage visits to the site to learn more.

For Further Information:
Coppy Holzman
charitybuzz
203-226-8306
coppy@charitybuzz.com
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November 18, 2009

In the Media:

Love Unites x charitybuzz

Continuing the effort to campaign for equal rights, the Love Unites x Shepard Fairey Project featuring an Auction of celebrity customized Love Unites screenprints can NOW be viewed and bid on. Check out the link below and bid on your favorite celebrity screenprint.

http://www.charitybuzz.com/auctions/ShepardFairey Original
November 18, 2009

In the Media:

Shuffle Off To Buffalo In Style

"The final night of the tour is Sunday, and for the occasion, Bruce Springsteen has donated 4 VIP tickets with E Street Lounge passes plus a meet & greet session for the November 22nd show at the HSBC Arena in Buffalo, NY. The package is being auctioned off to benefit Musicians On Call/The Kristen Ann Carr Fund, with bids being taken now at charitybuzz.com. Lot closes Thursday at 3:00 p.m.!"
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November 3, 2009

In the Media:

Experience the wonderful world of Martha Stewart with Martha at her fabulous homes and with her many celebrity friends.

New York City, New York, November 3, 2009

Oprah Winfrey, Howard Stern, Robert Downey Jr.,  Dustin Hoffman, Joe Scarborough,  Dave Matthews and their friends support Jayni and Chevy Chase in the Sixth Annual Chevy Chase Green School Auction

Here is your chance to hit the links with Chevy Chase and Bill Murray for a Caddyshack Golf Outing!  Chevy & Bill will go on the block once again in support of GREEN Community Schools providing the chance for the lucky winning bidder and a guest to go golfing with these old friends and stars of the beloved Caddyshack film.  Who knows what hijinks will ensue out on the links with these two?

Also up for grabs, a chance to join Howard Stern in the studio.  The winner of this incredible experience will be able to sit in during a taping of the show and observe all the action. A meet and greet with the entire crew is included in this package.  Once again, Chevy Chase will go on the Howard Stern show to talk about his latest acting projects including the acclaimed new NBC comedy, Community.

This year, Oprah Winfrey is also supporting Jayni and Chevy Chase’s Green School project  with the lucky winning bidder receiving VIP tickets to a taping of The Oprah Winfrey Show including a chance to go backstage and meet the talk-show queen backstage!  Dave Matthews Band is in support as well offering lucky fans the chance to meet them backstage after a concert of choice in Summer 2010.  Robert Downey, Jr. has graciously offered a pair of tickets to the premiere of his upcoming film Due Date also starring Jamie Foxx & Michelle Monaghan; Stephen Colbert and Regis Philbin are offering the chance to meet them backstage of The Colbert Report and LIVE! with Regis & Kelly respectively, and acclaimed actor  Dustin Hoffman is offering the chance to join him on the set of an upcoming film.  You can also spend a day on the set of Community with Chevy Chase; meet Joel McHale backstage on The Soup; Take a 10 Day expedition to The Galapagos aboard the National Geographic Endeavor; or catch Jimmy Buffett in concert, plus many more being added daily.

The auction is running live at www.charitybuzz.com through November 18, 2009 with new experiences being added each and every day as so many of Jayni and Chevy Chase’s friends are supporting their environmental initiatives.

The GREEN Community Schools mission is to create long-term holistic partnerships between the school, local community residents, stakeholders, available resources and families to ensure that the community is environmentally aware and able to successfully practice and promote sustainability in their lives, communities and globally.

Jayni Chase has over 20 years of experience with Green education and environmental community action. She is tirelessly dedicated to providing underserved communities with the tools and resources necessary to create healthy learning environments and greener neighborhoods. The combined experience of Jayni Chase and the MGR Foundation has proven to be a powerful force for positive change.


About charitybuzz

Charitybuzz is the leading online community of upscale bidders who truly doGOOD and liveWELL and believes that there is nothing more important than the works non profits undertake.   The company believes that cause marketing can be both effective and trend setting and its innovative auctions reach millions on a global basis. Its  growing community of bidders are driven to do well, affluent, well educated, well informed and brand loyal.   The top celebrities on the planet are found at www.charitybuzz.com and we encourage visits to the site to learn more.

 

For Further Information:

Coppy Holzman

charitybuzz

203-226-8306

coppy@charitybuzz.com

www.charitybuzz.com

November 3, 2009

In the Media:

Oprah Winfrey, Howard Stern, Robert Downey Jr., Dustin Hoffman, Joe Scarborough, Dave Matthews and their friends support Jayni and Chevy Chase in the Sixth Annual Chevy Chase Green School Auction

New York City, New York, November 3, 2009

Oprah Winfrey, Howard Stern, Robert Downey Jr.,  Dustin Hoffman, Joe Scarborough,  Dave Matthews and their friends support Jayni and Chevy Chase in the Sixth Annual Chevy Chase Green School Auction

Here is your chance to hit the links with Chevy Chase and Bill Murray for a Caddyshack Golf Outing!  Chevy & Bill will go on the block once again in support of GREEN Community Schools providing the chance for the lucky winning bidder and a guest to go golfing with these old friends and stars of the beloved Caddyshack film.  Who knows what hijinks will ensue out on the links with these two?

Also up for grabs, a chance to join Howard Stern in the studio.  The winner of this incredible experience will be able to sit in during a taping of the show and observe all the action. A meet and greet with the entire crew is included in this package.  Once again, Chevy Chase will go on the Howard Stern show to talk about his latest acting projects including the acclaimed new NBC comedy, Community.

This year, Oprah Winfrey is also supporting Jayni and Chevy Chase’s Green School project  with the lucky winning bidder receiving VIP tickets to a taping of The Oprah Winfrey Show including a chance to go backstage and meet the talk-show queen backstage!  Dave Matthews Band is in support as well offering lucky fans the chance to meet them backstage after a concert of choice in Summer 2010.  Robert Downey, Jr. has graciously offered a pair of tickets to the premiere of his upcoming film Due Date also starring Jamie Foxx & Michelle Monaghan; Stephen Colbert and Regis Philbin are offering the chance to meet them backstage of The Colbert Report and LIVE! with Regis & Kelly respectively, and acclaimed actor  Dustin Hoffman is offering the chance to join him on the set of an upcoming film.  You can also spend a day on the set of Community with Chevy Chase; meet Joel McHale backstage on The Soup; Take a 10 Day expedition to The Galapagos aboard the National Geographic Endeavor; or catch Jimmy Buffett in concert, plus many more being added daily.

The auction is running live at www.charitybuzz.com through November 18, 2009 with new experiences being added each and every day as so many of Jayni and Chevy Chase’s friends are supporting their environmental initiatives.

The GREEN Community Schools mission is to create long-term holistic partnerships between the school, local community residents, stakeholders, available resources and families to ensure that the community is environmentally aware and able to successfully practice and promote sustainability in their lives, communities and globally.

Jayni Chase has over 20 years of experience with Green education and environmental community action. She is tirelessly dedicated to providing underserved communities with the tools and resources necessary to create healthy learning environments and greener neighborhoods. The combined experience of Jayni Chase and the MGR Foundation has proven to be a powerful force for positive change.


About charitybuzz

Charitybuzz is the leading online community of upscale bidders who truly doGOOD and liveWELL and believes that there is nothing more important than the works non profits undertake.   The company believes that cause marketing can be both effective and trend setting and its innovative auctions reach millions on a global basis. Its  growing community of bidders are driven to do well, affluent, well educated, well informed and brand loyal.   The top celebrities on the planet are found at www.charitybuzz.com and we encourage visits to the site to learn more.

 

For Further Information:

Coppy Holzman

charitybuzz

203-226-8306

coppy@charitybuzz.com

www.charitybuzz.com

November 3, 2009

In the Media:

charitybuzz on The Today Show!

charitybuzz was featured on NBC's The Today Show for the papier-mâché houses in our upcoming Women In Need auction! View the video here!

The Women In Need auction will take place starting November 9th on charitybuzz.com and will end on Monday, November 30th. These papier-mâché houses have been designed by famous celebrities including Sean Avery; Lidia Bastianich; Victoria & David Beckham; Halle Berry; Mary J. Blige; Chris “Ludacris” Bridges; Bobbi Brown; Cast of the Broadway Musical Hair; Sean “Diddy” Combs; Oscar de la Renta; Cheyenne Jackson; Donna Karan; Monica Rich Kosann; Dylan Lauren; Richard Leach for Park Avenue Autumn; Deborah Lloyd for Kate Spade; Jennifer Lopez; Isaac Mizrahi; Moby; Debra Messing; Josie Natori; George Rodrigue; Cameron Silver for Decades; Justin Timberlake & Trace Ayala; Today Show Anchors; Diane Von Furstenberg; and Vera Wang.

Saks Fifth Avenue will feature the houses in their Manhattan flagship windows from November 5th – 9th. The auction will launch at a by-invitation-only event hosted by Park Avenue Autumn. Event co-hosts include Myla Lerner & Larry Kramer; Deborah Roberts & Al Roker; and Karin & Steve Sadove.

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Figure Skating in Harlem 2010 Auction

Mar 25, 2010 to Apr 21, 2010
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Friends of Third Online Auction

Mar 31, 2010 to Apr 27, 2010
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City Harvest Online Auction

Apr 1, 2010 to Apr 28, 2010
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2010 "Spring for a Cure" Online Auction

Apr 1, 2010 to Apr 22, 2010
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The Actors Fund Online Auction

Apr 6, 2010 to Apr 20, 2010
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WINGS 2010 Women Of Discovery Awards Dinner

Apr 6, 2010 to Apr 22, 2010
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New York Women in Communications 2010

Apr 7, 2010 to May 5, 2010
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Aviva Family and Children’s Services

Apr 7, 2010 to Apr 28, 2010
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2010 RFK Center Auction

Apr 8, 2010 to Apr 29, 2010
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Christie's Green: A Bid to Save the Earth

Apr 8, 2010 to May 6, 2010
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Milwaukee Art Museum Friends of Art Auction

Apr 8, 2010 to Apr 29, 2010
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CAMERA

Apr 12, 2010 to Apr 26, 2010
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2nd Annual Mother's Day Auction

Apr 13, 2010 to May 4, 2010
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Barnard College

Apr 13, 2010 to May 5, 2010
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Pink and Black Tie Gala

Apr 27, 2010 to May 13, 2010
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The New York Pops 2010

Apr 28, 2010 to May 12, 2010
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Friends of Hudson River Park

Apr 28, 2010 to May 19, 2010
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Musicians On Call 2010 Auction

May 2, 2010 to May 24, 2010
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2010 Children's Dream Foundation Online Auction

May 5, 2010 to May 20, 2010
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2010 Waterkeeper Alliance Auction

May 11, 2010 to May 26, 2010
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Share Our Strength

May 13, 2010 to Jun 2, 2010
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2010 GLSEN Auction

May 18, 2010 to Jun 2, 2010
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Hamilton College Online Auction

May 18, 2010 to Jun 9, 2010
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Rewarding Achievement

May 18, 2010 to Jun 3, 2010
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North Shore Animal League America 2010 Lewyt Luncheon Auction

May 19, 2010 to Jun 17, 2010
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The Barton G. Kids Hear Now Foundation Online Auction

Jun 1, 2010 to Jun 22, 2010
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True Colors Fund Summer Online Auction

Jun 3, 2010 to Jun 24, 2010
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2010 Songwriters Hall of Fame Online Auction

Jun 9, 2010 to Jun 30, 2010
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Second Annual Do Something Online Auction

Jul 14, 2010 to Aug 4, 2010
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2010 Rosie's Broadway Kids Online Auction

Sep 14, 2010 to Sep 29, 2010

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