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The Grove of Anaheim played host to a sold-out crowd.
The exclusive VIP reception featured signature GREY GOOSE® Vodka cocktails coupled with unique hors d'oeuvres prepared by Love, along with a silent auction. Next, guests were treated to Love's three-course gourmet dinner featuring signature dishes such as rabbit-rattlesnake sausage, roasted acorn-squash chili relleno and jalapeno cornbread. During dinner, 14-year-old Dimple Chauhan took the stage and shared how the Learning Center has changed her life and given her a bright future. After an exciting live auction, actor Luke Wilson introduced nine-time Grammy winner Crow, who delivered a memorable concert featuring hits such as "First Cut," "Picture," "Change," "Strong Enough" and "Winding Road."
The live auction featured a number of exclusive packages for the ultimate sports fan, such as a package that included a pro-am spot at the 2009 Chevron World Challenge, hosted by Woods on Dec. 2-6, in Thousand Oaks, Calif., and a private putting lesson with Woods that raised $32,500; a trip to the 2010 Super Bowl in Miami that raised $28,000; a trip to the 2010 U.S. Open (golf) Championship in Pebble Beach, Calif., that raised $13,000; and an Anaheim Ducks private-party suite package that raised $11,000. Other items included an all-inclusive European river cruise that raised $17,000 and an exclusive meet-and-greet with Crow and Woods that raised $11,000.
Earlier in the day, Block Party guests were treated to a morning golf exhibition hosted by Woods, followed by a round of golf at Pelican Hill Golf Club in Newport Beach, Calif.
The Block Party is organized to thank the Orange County community for its support of the TWLC and its students, and is spearheaded by benefit committee chairs Lori and Brian Hirth; members Avery Brown, Tina and Lance Robinson and Bob Waltos; and the 2009 Champion Honoree, Jamie McCourt, co-owner and CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Since its inception in 2005, the Block Party has raised more than $4 million for Orange County youth attending the TWLC.
About The Tiger Woods Foundation: At the Tiger Woods Foundation, we believe in a new generation of bold, courageous youth. We inspire new perspectives and limitless possibilities. We provide opportunities to be someone. Since 1996, we've reached more than 10 million young people by delivering unique experiences and innovative educational opportunities for youth worldwide. Our programs include the Tiger Woods Learning Center, a one-of-a-kind educational facility custom-built for the underserved youth of Southern California; Tiger's Action Plan, a nationwide character development program based on Earl D. Woods' book Start Something; and the Earl Woods Scholarship program. More information on the Tiger Woods Foundation and its programs can be found at www.tigerwoodsfoundation.org.