Miami HEAT Star Udonis Haslem to Host Charity Dinner at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino to Benefit his Children's Foundation, September 26

Several Miami HEAT players expected to join Haslem for charity event

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – Miami HEAT star Udonis Haslem will host a silent auction and benefit dinner for his foundation, the Udonis Haslem Children's Foundation, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on Saturday, September 26 beginning at 7 p.m. The event will take place in the main ballroom of the hotel.

The 5th annual fundraising dinner will feature a silent auction with sports memorabilia, vacation and spa packages, jewelry and music memorabilia. The silent auction begins at 7 p.m. and all proceeds benefit the foundation. Several celebrity athletes are expected to join Udonis for his event including Daequan Cook, Mario Chalmers and other members of the Miami HEAT.

Udonis Haslem has always been determined to give back to the community he grew up in and the community that made it possible to realize his long life dream. By establishing the Udonis Haslem Children Foundation, he is fulfilling a promise to give back to the youth of the South Florida Region. He believes that education is the key. Providing our children with opportunity life skills to make proper decisions and education lays the ground work for their success. 

Individual tickets to the dinner and fun evening of entertainment are $100. Companies interested in sponsoring the event can purchase tables for $1,000. All proceeds benefit the Udonis Haslem Children's Foundation which provides programs to assist youth in becoming "the best they can be" in the classroom. For tickets, sponsorships or event information, please call 954-854-9496. 

A six-year veteran of the National Basketball Association, Haslem is a starting forward for the 2006 NBA Champions, the Miami HEAT. In his career Haslem has averaged 10 points and 8.1 rebounds per game. A steady performer who also plays great defense, Haslem is a native of Miami and attended Miami Senior High School. After a stellar career there he went on to play his college basketball at the University of Florida. At Florida, Haslem started every game of his four-year career and led the Gators to the 2000 Final Four. He was the first Gator basketball player ever to be named an All-American by the Associated Press.

About the Udonis Haslem Children's Foundation

The Udonis Haslem Children's Foundation is a 501(c) (3) organization and was incorporated on August 11, 2005. The Foundation was established as a non- profit charitable organization that will provide programs and services designed to assist youth in becoming the "best they can be" both in the classroom and as individuals. Our commitment comes from a sincere and uncompromising belief that today's youth will be the leaders of tomorrow. The Udonis Haslem Children's Foundation is committed to contributing to this dream and requires the support of both corporate sponsors and individuals. Together we can   provide the support necessary for our children to achieve their full potential.

About Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino provides quality guest experiences where South Floridians can play, stay, dine, and shop. Eighty-nine tables offer Blackjack, Baccarat, Mini-Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Three Card Poker, Texas Hold'em Bonus Poker and Let it Ride on a nearly three-acre casino floor. Play one of the more than 2,400 Vegas-style slots including the Native-American casino linked Multi-Area Progressive Jackpots and Mega Jackpots. Separate high-limit rooms for table games and slots, in addition to a non-smoking room are available for guests to enjoy. Loyal Player's Club members experience an exclusive VIP Plum Lounge and celebrity show kitchen. Convene in The Poker Room at Seminole Paradise for Texas Hold 'em, limit Texas Hold 'em, Seven Card Stud and two dollar and four dollar limit Omaha Hi Lo games. Located inside the casino is Hard Rock Café-Hollywood, part of Hard Rock's 127 globally recognized rock 'n roll themed restaurants. The Green Lodging Certified by the State of Florida, AAA, Four Diamond rated resort showcases 500 luxurious guest rooms, 16 restaurants and lounges, 40,000-square-feet of meeting room space, a European-style spa, auto salon, 22 retail shops, 14 nightclubs, Paradise Live, and Hard Rock Live. Located on State Road 7 (U.S. 441) in Hollywood, Florida. Take I-95, exit Stirling Rd. and travel west to 1 Seminole Way. For more information, call (954) 327-ROCK, 1 800-937-0010 or visit us online at www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com.  

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