ARTICLES - Octobre 2004

AGASSI NETS $6.1 MILLION FOR CHILDREN … ANDRE AGASSI’s ninth-annual, star-studded “Grand Slam for Children” raised more than $6.1 million for the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation to benefit youth organizations in Southern Nevada. “Once again, I am overwhelmed by the ongoing support the Grand Slam for Children receives each year,” Agassi said. “It is gratifying to know that the money we raised tonight will directly benefit children who require immediate assistance.” More than 5,300 fans crowded the MGM Grand Garden Arena for a concert featuring India.Arie, Josh Groban, Faith Hill, John Mayer, Tim McGraw, Ray Romano and Robin Williams. In addition, more the 2,200 people attended the black-tie VIP dinner and live auction. Among the auction items were a private tennis clinic with Agassi and his wife Stefanie Graf, dinner with Robin Williams and his wife, and a custom-designed meal by Chef Emeril Lagasse in New Orleans. More than 77,000 people have attended the nine Grand Slam for Children events, raising more than $42.2 million for the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation.