The New Orleans Saints have announced a raffle of an official Super Bowl XLIV Championship Ring identical to the one that was awarded to the ownership, players, coaches and administrative staff that was custom designed by Tiffany and Co. to benefit those affected directly by the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. The raffle of the Super Bowl ring presents what is believed to be a never before offered opportunity for a football fan to win a piece of NFL history and to assist those most affected by the oil spill. The ring, which is generously being donated by Tiffany and Co., will allow a lucky individual the chance to own a coveted piece of history from the most-watched television program in America’s history. To date nearly $500,000.00 has been raised through the raffle.
“We are pleased to offer this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own an official New Orleans Saints Super Bowl XLIV ring,” said New Orleans Saints Owner Tom Benson. “This opportunity will allow a fan to share in the greatest moment in our team’s rich history and the culmination of our place in the NFL record books as champions. And better yet, it allows the individuals, families and small businesses that are dealing with the fallout of the largest environmental catastrophe in the history of the United States to once again have the promise that people care about them and their futures.”
“The incredible fans of the New Orleans Saints have always rallied to the support of the Saints and their fellow fans in times of need,” said Saints Owner/Executive Vice President Rita Benson LeBlanc. “Right now there is a dire need to help ease the fear and struggles of the proud people of the Gulf Coast who are worried about maintaining their ability to provide for themselves and their families as their focus has shifted from earning a living to trying to save the coast from the devastation of the oil spill. This opportunity to win an official Super Bowl Ring celebrating created by Tiffany and Co. is a great way to show the support we all feel for those that so desperately need it now.”
An explosion occurred on April 20, 2010 aboard the Deepwater Horizon, an offshore oil rig 52 miles southwest of Venice, Louisiana. Seventeen people were injured in the blast, and tragically 11 workers perished out of the 126 people on board. As oil has invaded the coasts of the Gulf South, thousands of families have been directly impacted by the oil spill which threatens the livelihood of our neighbors in Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi and Florida.
Saints Head Coach Sean Payton has been steadfast in his support of the plight of the Gulf Coast residents with whom he spent time in a recent visit to the coastal communities. “It’s tragic on so many levels to see what these once vibrant communities are facing right now,” Payton stated. “It’s hard to grasp the magnitude of the oil spill until you actually see if for yourself. This isn’t a problem that will be disappearing anytime soon and these people need help not just today, but also moving forward. We, as an organization, ask for the support of the fans of professional football in purchasing the raffle tickets, because it’s the best way for us to get immediate help to the people who are faced with financial burdens.”
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DETAILS OF THE SAINTS GULF COAST RENEWAL RAFFLE
The official raffle, which features $2.00 tickets, will present the opportunity for the winner to *Receive an authentic New Orleans Saints Super Bowl XLIV Ring.
*The winner will be announced at the nationally televised New Orleans Saints Regular Season Opening Game on September 9, 2010.
*Entry Deadline: 10 AM CDT, September 9, 2010
*Drawing Date: Thursday, September 9, 2010
*Tickets are just $2.00 each (minimum purchase of five tickets)
Those purchasing raffle tickets will be helping the New Orleans Saints, through the Saints Gulf Coast Renewal foundation, in its efforts to help those affected by the Gulf Coast Oil Spill. Tickets start at just $2.00 each. The New Orleans Saints are utilizing expertise of the Celebrities for Charity Foundation ("CFC") and net.Raffle.orgÕs patented concepts and technologies to conduct this raffle and tickets are only available online at the web site: www.saintsgulfcoastrenewal.org.
While you must be 18 years of age, or older, to purchase a ticket, which the Entrant will need to prove prior to being certified as the Winner, CFC's ordering process and rules allow the Entrant to Gift their tickets to another person, which may or may not be a minor. However, it is important to note that regardless of whether or not the Entrant gifts his or her tickets to another party, the Entrant will still need to prove that he or she is 18 years of age, or older, prior to the ticket holder being certified as the Winner. Furthermore, it should also be noted that neither the Entrant nor the Gift Recipient, if tickets are gifted, need to be present at the Drawing to win, as the Winner will be notified.
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