ORANGE, Calif., Aug. 10, 2010 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Famous personalities, billionaires and celebrities are donating their time and talents to Canyon Acres' luxury auction aimed at raising millions to help abused children.
Among top auction experiences is a private polo lesson with polo star and Ralph Lauren model Nacho Figueras. How much would you pay for this unique experience?
Nacho Figueras is ranked as one of the world's best polo players – perhaps the best known among those not wearing a royal crown. Vanity Fair voted him the second "Most Handsome Man in the World" behind Robert Pattinson, but ahead of Brad Pitt. Sometimes called the "David Beckham" of polo. He is also the face and physique of Ralph Lauren, having modeled for the brand for more than a decade, making him the renowned face of the Black Label clothing line and World of Polo fragrances.
"Nacho Figueras truly represents the best of what Argentina has to offer: the best in polo and the best in values," said Barbara D'Amato, Board Member and Event Co-Chair at Canyon Acres and an Argentine herself. "He is among the most altruistic of polo players, with a clear priority and commitment to essential world causes, such as helping abused children towards a path of stability and productivity."
"Canyon Acres is incredibly honored to have Figueras partner with us in support of abused children," said Clete Menke, President of Canyon Acres. "We are very excited to leverage Charitybuzz's technology to reach a whole new pool of support for our children. With a global audience and such unique auction items, we now have the unprecedented opportunity to more effectively deliver on our mission to provide hope, care and love to severely abused children who need it most."
The Canyon Acres: HELP ABUSED CHILDREN Auction has both live and online components, featuring exotic travel packages, unique celebrity experiences, and world-renowned corporate and golf packages. The Help Abused Children Auction is open to global bidders as well as event attendees starting August 3, 2010. View online auction and place your bid today at: www.charitybuzz.com/auctions/helpabusedchildren.
For information about the golf event and auction, please call (714) 383-9335 or visit Canyon Acres on the web at www.canyonacres.org.
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ABOUT CANYON ACRES
Canyon Acres Children and Family Services is committed to providing homes, care, treatment and supportive services for abused, neglected and emotionally troubled children and their families. Since 1980, Canyon Acres has been serving children throughout Southern California, providing the highest level of care and therapeutic treatment to children who suffer from a variety of emotional and psychological disorders.
Canyon Acres gives children the nurturing, treatment and opportunities they need to grow up in safe, loving, and stable families. For more information about Canyon Acres Children and Family Services, visit: www.canyonacres.org.