Star-Studded Event to Benefit the David Ortiz Children''s Fund

The latest foursome to join the David Ortiz Celebrity Golf Classic has stepped up to the tee with significant support for children in need. JetBlue, Reebok, vitaminwater and Sharp Electronics were announced as MVP partners for the 2009 event, which takes place from December 3-6 at Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic.

The star-studded event benefits the David Ortiz Children''s Fund, providing children in New England and the Dominican Republic access to the pediatric critical care they need to live full and productive lives.

“I really value the efforts of JetBlue, Reebok, vitaminwater and Sharp in their sponsorship of the Celebrity Golf Classic,” said David Ortiz. “They make it possible for all of us to gather together, play some golf and raise funds for children who can''t afford the healthcare they need. Their sponsorship allows us to make a significant difference in the lives of these children.”

The inaugural David Ortiz Celebrity Golf Classic in 2008 netted more than $300,000. At the tournament, David was joined by MLB players Alex Rodriguez, Mariano Rivera, Torii Hunter, Vladimir Guerrero, Ryan Howard, Jimmy Rollins, Pedro Martinez and some of his Red Sox teammates including Tim Wakefield and Clay Buchholz as well as sports legends Jim Rice, John Havlicek and Bobby Orr.

“The work being done by the David Ortiz Children''s Fund gives children a second chance to fulfill their potential, which is a goal of Reebok,” said Todd Krinsky, vice president of sports and entertainment marketing at Reebok. “The support of his friends and teammates is a true testament to David''s dedication. We are honored to be a part of the event.”

At the 2009 Celebrity Golf Classic, David expects to be joined by a host of celebrities and MLB players, including Torii Hunter, Alex Rodriguez, Pedro Martinez, and Vladimir Guerrero as well as Red Sox teammates Clay Buchholz, Jason Varitek, Mike Lowell, Jacoby Ellsbury, Jon Lester, and manager Terry Francona, among others.

“The David Ortiz Children''s Fund represents a commitment by David Ortiz to making a difference in the lives of children in New England and the Dominican Republic,” said Lisa Borromeo, marketing manager, JetBlue Airways. “His efforts are significant and we are proud to be a supporter of both the David Ortiz Children''s Fund and the Celebrity Golf Classic. We look forward to a wonderful weekend in Cap Cana.”

The annual event is held at Cap Cana in the Dominican Republic, one of the most spectacular resort communities in the world. Guests will stay at the five-star luxury Sanctuary Cap Cana Golf & Spa, overlooking the turquoise waters and pristine beaches of the Caribbean Sea. The tournament itself will take place at the Jack Nicklaus-design and signature golf course, Punta Espada.

“vitaminwater is proud to support the David Ortiz Children''s Fund once again this year,” said Rohan Oza, CMO of vitaminwater. “This event is very important to David and we are honored to be a part of it.”

The David Ortiz Children''s Fund began as a way for David to help children in his home country. The Fund is proud to partner with Heart Care Dominicana, International Hospital for Children, and the Massachusetts General Hospital to fulfill its life-saving mission, linking pediatric critical care services to children in developing countries. To date, the Fund has raised over $1M for children in New England and the Dominican Republic and has given life, health, and hope to critically ill Dominican children.

“For many children in the Dominican Republic and in New England, the David Ortiz Children''s Fund offers hope, a chance to get the critical care they need but cannot afford,” said Judah Zeigler, associate vice president, retail and consumer marketing, Sharp Electronics Corporation. “We feel privileged to support the David Ortiz Celebrity Golf Classic and support David in his efforts to help children in need.”

For more information about sponsorship opportunities for the David Ortiz Celebrity Golf Classic, please contact Michele Lasky at michelelasky@company20.com.

About the David Ortiz Children''s Fund

The David Ortiz Children''s Fund (DOCF) is committed to helping children in New England and the Dominican Republic who do not have access to the critical pediatric services they need. The DOCF is proud to partner with Massachusetts General Hospital to fulfill its mission in New England and with Heart Care Dominicana and International Hospital to fulfill its mission in the Dominican Republic. These organizations are committed to healing as many children as possible by providing critical pediatric healthcare. Working together, these organizations are increasing the number of children that will receive lifesaving services. For more information on the David Ortiz Children''s Fund, please visit http://www.davidortizchildrensfund.org/.

Contacts:

For David Ortiz Children''s Fund
Erin Callanan, 617-431-1171
erin@callananklein.com