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27th Annual
GUARDSMEN
CELEBRITY DINNER
& SPORTS AUCTION
FEATURING HONORARY CHAIR, BARRY BONDS
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2015
THE FAIRMONT HOTEL
SAN FRANCISCO
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT:
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On behalf of The Guardsmen and the Giants Community Fund,
we would like to welcome you to The Fairmont Hotel San Francisco
and to our 27th Annual Celebrity Dinner & Sports Auction!
This evening is a result of a decision by our two organizations to
work together to produce a very memorable evening to benefit
underserved Bay Area youth – a shared charitable pursuit.
Tonight we are excited to have here with us many members of the
San Francisco Giants organization, San Francisco 49ers, Oakland
Raiders, and other local athletes. We thank them and their families
for being here and for giving their time to help make this event both
enjoyable and successful.
Since 1947, The Guardsmen’s all-volunteer membership has raised
millions of dollars to provide thousands of Bay Area children the
opportunity to attend summer camps each year and to receive
scholarships to attend local private grade schools and high schools.
Since 1991, the Giants Community Fund has used baseball as a
forum to encourage underserved youth and their families to live
healthy, productive lives. With the support of individuals, businesses
and community partners, the Fund has reached thousands of youth
through the Junior Giants program and other community initiatives.
Finally, we extend our special thanks to all of our generous sponsors
and donors without whom this event would be significantly less
beneficial to our kids, and to our volunteers, who have donated
hundreds of hours of their valuable time to make of this event a
reality. Please support these companies and thank these individuals.
We hope you have a wonderful evening!
Mike Hall, James Holder,
Sue Petersen, Shana Daum &
Josh Myerberg & Victor Thomas
Carolyn Della Maggiore
The Guardsmen
Giants Community Fund
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The Guardsmen
&
Giants
Community Fund
27th Annual Celebrity Dinner & Sports Auction
Thursday, February 5th, 2015
5:30 PM
VIP Pre-Party
The Penthouse
6:00 PM
Silent Auction
Grand Ballroom
Hosted Cocktails
7:30 PM
Dinner - Grand Ballroom
Damon Bruce - Master of Ceremonies
8:00 PM
Live Auction
Grand Ballroom
Graham Crow - Auctioneer
9:30 PM
After Party
The Penthouse
Gala Dinner Menu
First Course:
Winter Greens & Fromage Blanc, Mandarin Orange, Radish, Spiced California
Pistachios, Apple Cider Vinaigrette
Entrée: Choice of
- Grilled Filet Mignon, Point Reyes Blue & Shallot Crust, Green Peppercorn & Merlot
Reduction, Garden Thyme Potato Pavé
- Vegan: Grilled Herb & Sundried Tomato Polenta, Anise Scented Tomato Coulis,
Root Vegetable Risotto
Dessert:
Black Forest Trifle, Morello Cherry Gelée, Amarena Cherries, Vanilla Mousse,
Chocolate Cake
Wines
A fine selection of wines from Tre Ricci and The Hess Collection
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Kingsford Capital Management salutes
The Guardsmen and Giants Community Fund
for their work on behalf of Bay Area Youth
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The Guardsmen Event Co-Chairs
Mike Hall James Holder Josh Myerberg
Victor Thomas
The Guardsmen Event Committee
Jordan Angel
Will Parker
Jim Black
Ryan Prosser
Derick Brown
Michael Rubenstein
Damon Bruce
Joe Rehrmann
Marco Castaneda
Casey Scollin
Brian Cristol
Rob Stangelini
Bill Dentino
Mike Taquino
Andy Dressel
Charles Thor
Joseph Elefante
Alan Walker
Marc Gille
Mac Watters
Thomas Hanagan
Stephen Webb
Dan Harding
Adam Wright
Jeff McFarland
Joseph Yumang
Ryan Nail
Honorary Committee
Adam Buttery
Sean Rooney
Marcus Colabianchi
Stephen Revetria
Timothy Kazul
Todd Upp
Kevin Murray
The Giants Community Fund
Shana Daum
Carolyn Della Maggiore
Sue Petersen
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The Guardsmen reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at time of
sale or to combine two or more lots. The property listed in this program may
be amended by addendum sheet or oral announcement before or during
the sale.
Bidding: Upon registration at the check-in table, each guest will receive a
program with an individual bidding “paddle number” on the back, and
a device hosting BidPal Network software or access to BidPal Network
software. Silent Auction bidding will be made electronically through BidPal
Network software only, and Live Auction bidding will be by bidding paddle
numbers only.
Most important: Do not mislay your paddle. Guests are responsible for all
purchases made by the paddle number assigned to them upon arrival.
Silent Auction: All bids will be made electronically through BidPal Network
software or device. Bidding will close at approximately 8:00 PM, PST. When
the silent auction closes, the highest bidder on each item identified through
BidPal Network software or device will be considered purchaser of the item.
Live Auction: The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer shall
be the buyer. The auctioneer has the right to reject any bid and to
advance the bid at his absolute discretion and, in any event of dispute
between bidders, to determine the successful bidder or to re-offer and
resell the article in dispute. Should there be any dispute after the sale,
The Guardsmen record of sale shall be conclusive. On the fall of the
auctioneer’s hammer, the buyer assumes the full risk and responsibility for
the lot and will be required to sign a confirmation of purchase and pay the
full purchase price. Receipt of payment shall be deemed the completion
of sale.
Notice: Most live auction packages require cooperative planning
between the purchaser and The Guardsmen. We appreciate our buyers’
understanding of our efforts to secure quality packages given constraints
for donated airline mileage and hotel awards. Timing and scheduling issues
may arise as part of the planning of travel-related packages.
We appreciate your cooperation.
Estimated Sale Price/Federal Income Tax Information: If an estimated price
is provided for a lot, this price is intended only as a rough guide for bidding
and does not constitute a representation or assurance of the fair market
value of the lot. Amounts paid in excess of the fair market value may be
deductible for federal income tax purposes. Bidders should consult their
own tax advisors.
Sales Tax: California requires that we charge sales tax on all personal
property auctioned at this event. A local sales tax will be automatically
calculated and added to your invoice at the applicable rate in effect in
the City and County of San Francisco at the time of the auction.
Unless otherwise specified, all items must be used by February 5, 2016.
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ITEM
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Barry Bonds Ultimate Giants Experience
You and two guests will have the opportunity of a lifetime
to enjoy a San Francisco Giants home game with baseball
legend and Home Run King, Barry Bonds! This is your chance
to experience a baseball game with one of the greatest players
in the history of Major League Baseball! You and your guests
will sit with Barry in his actual season ticket seats at AT&T Park.
The experience must take place on a mutually agreeable date.
This item has a $15,000 minimum bid.
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Giants “Balldude” or “Balldudette” for a Day
Have a friend, mom, dad or uncle who loves the Giants and
still has a little pop in his/her step? The Guardsmen and the
Giants Community Fund are pleased to offer a truly one-of-akind San Francisco baseball experience. Your favorite adult
will be on the field in with glove in hand, manning the foul
territory for a Giants game this season. (Candidate must
meet requirements).
Includes four lower box tickets.
Mutually agreed upon 2015 Monday-Friday game.
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Giants Junior Announcer Experience
A San Francisco Giants tradition can be yours as your son or
daughter will announce three Giants batters during a home
game. Whether it’s 3-up and 3-down or Posey hits a home
run, your child will always remember their day at the mic!
Listen to your child’s voice echo through AT&T Park in your
four lower box tickets. Child must be 7-12 years old. One
child only.
Date will be Tuesday, June 16, 12:45pm Giants vs. Seattle.
Includes four lower box tickets.
Date is non-transferrable.
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Throw out the First Pitch at a Giants game
Ever thought you could throw the first pitch better than
the President and the celebrities? Well, test your arm – and
your nerve – at AT&T Park at a TBD 2015 Giants game.
Includes four lower box tickets.
Date will be announced during the auction and is
non-transferrable.
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Beacon Capital salutes The Guardsmen and
the Giants Community Fund for their work
on behalf of Bay Area Youth
Cheers from Skyline Construction to
The Guardsmen and the Giants Community Fund
for their commitment to Bay Area Youth
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Giants Spring Training Trip for Two
Check out the defending World Series Champion Giants as
they hit the field for Spring Training in sunny Scottsdale,
Arizona! The package includes two nights at The Ritz-Carlton,
Phoenix on Friday, March 27, 2015 and Saturday, March 28, 2015
and two tickets to the Giants games on Saturday, March 28 vs.
Giants Futures and Sunday, March 29 vs. Los Angeles Dodgers.
Dates are non-transferrable.
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Giants Ultimate Pre-Game Experience
Four people will have the ultimate Giants pre-game
experience, with the chance to visit the field during batting
practice, meet Giants manager Bruce Bochy, and take
photos in the Giants’ dugout with all three Giants World
Series Trophies! The package also includes four lower box
tickets. Must be available to arrive two hours before the
start of a mutually agreed upon weeknight game at AT&T
Park.
Package not valid during Opening Week.
Package expires July 29, 2015
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Fort Point is proud to support The Guardsmen
and the Giants Community Fund’s
commitment to Bay Area kids
A special thank you to
Joe Martin
for his support of this event
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Batting Practice for 75 at AT&T Park
Entertain your friends, colleagues or clients with an exclusive
afternoon taking swings at AT&T Park. Seventy-five guests will
be invited to enjoy four hours of on-field play complete with
a buffet lunch and open wine & beer bar in the dugouts along
with behind the scenes tours of the ballpark. The experience
will be personalized with names, logos and/or photos on the HD
Scoreboard and each guest will receive a Giants baseball cap to
remember the day. Batting practice to be pitched by former
Giant and final date to be mutually agreed upon in 2015.
Item sold pre-event. If you are interested in this item for next
year, please contact Mike Hall at [email protected]
or (832) 274-8688
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All-Inclusive 35-Person Luxury Yacht Cruise on the
San Francisco Bay
You and 34 of your friends will enjoy an all-inclusive luxury
wine-and-dine cruise on the San Francisco Bay aboard Five
Stars Yacht, a Private 75 foot motor Charter Yacht located
in Sausalito. Your all-inclusive luxury cruise will feature
mouth-watering appetizers prepared on board, with fresh,
local, organic ingredients by none other than 3rd Generation
Italian Chef John Scopazzi. Your food will be paired with
incredible wine from the awarding winning Trione Vineyards
and Winery in Sonoma County. Don’t miss this opportunity
for the party of a lifetime!
Date to be mutually agreed upon.
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Olympic Club Lake Course 3-some with John AbendrothHooked on Golf Experience
You and 2 of your best friends get to experience the famed
Olympic Club Lake Course, site of the 2012 U.S. Open
Championship, with professional golfer, local celebrity and
former Olympic Club champion John Abendroth. You also will
be able to co-host the radio show “Hooked on Golf” with John
Abendroth to talk about your experience.
Date to be mutually agreed upon.
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Agua Caliente Casino Resort and Spa “Stay and Play”
Three Day Weekend
Enjoy a Palm Springs desert getaway weekend at the elegant
and sophisticated Agua Caliente Casino Resort and Spa with
relaxing poolside, golfing and casino nightlife. Your luxury
package will include a three (3) night stay in a Suite, two
(2) rounds of golf at the Indian Canyon Golf Resort, a $200
credit at the Sunstone Spa, and a $200 credit for dinner at the
Steakhouse.
Dates subject to availability before November 30, 2015.
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Paramount Group recognizes and applauds
The Guardsmen and the Giants Community
Fund for their significant contributions to
Bay Area Youth
The Sports Auction Chairs
would like to sincerely thank
Timothy Kazul
for his outstanding support of
The Sports Auction throughout the years
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Many thanks to The Guardsmen and the
Giants Community Fund for being
champions of our Bay Area youth
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Dinner Party for 8 with Award-Winning Chef David Haydon
For one magical evening you and your guests are royalty
in your own home - with your own famous chef. Award
winning restaurateur and acclaimed chef, David Haydon
from “Il Davide” will prepare an innovative, multi-course
feast for you and 7 of your friends. Let chef David “wow”
you and your guests with an innovative Tuscan-inspired
menu, pairing the delicate flavors and textures of northern
Italy and see why his restaurant has been voted “Best Italian
Restaurant in Marin County” for 18 years running.
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The Bay Club Company 1 Year Exclusive Club West
Diamond Level Membership
Make your 2015 New Year’s resolution last at the Bay Club
with unprecedented club access. Your package will include
a one (1) year Club West Diamond Level Membership, which
will allow you to enjoy access to all Bay Club properties in the
Bay Area, and unlimited complimentary golf for one year at
the brand-new Bay Club Stone Tree Golf Course in Novato.
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The Guardsmen Salute Warrior Canine Connection
Warrior Canine Connection (WCC) is a pioneering organization
that utilizes clinically based Canine Connection Therapy to
empower returning combat Veterans who have sustained
physical and psychological wounds while in service to our
country. Based on the concept of Warriors helping Warriors,
WCC’s therapeutic service dog training program is designed to
mitigate symptoms of post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain
injuries, and other challenges. At the same time, it provides
injured combat Veterans with a sense of purpose by involving
them in the training of service dogs. The training helps them
to re-integrate back into their families and communities, and
creates a potential career path as a service dog trainer.
The WCC “Healing Quarters” is located in Brookeville, Maryland,
and provides therapeutic programming to Service Members in
recovery at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center,
the National Intrepid Center of Excellence and Fort Belvoir. Our
West Coast division is operated out of the VA Palo Alto Health
Care System (VAPAHCS) and works with Veterans and Active
Duty Military in over 14 different treatment programs within
the VAPAHCS. To date, over 1,000 Veterans in California have
benefitted from their engagement in the therapeutic process
Warrior Canine Connection offers in the Bay Area.
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DivcoWest and MWest Properties would like to thank
The Guardsmen and the Giants Community Fund for
their terrific support and work with our youth
Parallax Volatility Advisers salutes
The Guardsmen and Giants Community Fund
for their work on behalf of Bay Area Youth
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Thank You! Our celebrity guests have dedicated years of their lives to
the pursuit of excellence in sports, and most of them have represented the
Bay Area teams we cheer to success. We are inspired by their efforts
and thank each of them for their generous support of the valuable youth
programs that The Guardsmen and the Giants Community Fund support:
John Abendroth – Professional Golfer (1975 to Present). Ten NCAA D-1 victories (Weber State). Played on PGA Tour 1975-1977. Four time Olympic Club Champion.
Fred Biletnikoff - Former professional football player and a member of both the Pro Football Hall of Fame and College Football Hall of Fame.
Vida Blue - San Francisco Giants (1978-81, 85-86), Oakland A’s (1969-77), Royals (1982-83).
He won the American League Cy Young award and Most Valuable Player Award
in 1971.
Barry Bonds - All-time home run king. Played 22 seasons in Major League Baseball with
the Pittsburgh Pirates and San Francisco Giants. Bonds received seven NL MVP
awards and 14 All-Star selections, and is considered to be one of the greatest baseball players of all time.
Damon Bruce - Host of the “Damon Bruce Show” on 95.7 The GAME. He is also the post-game host of the San Francisco 49ers and an active member of
The Guardsmen.
Casie Cathrea - LPGA Golfer; 2nd youngest to ever qualify for an LPGA event; 2010 & 2011 NCGA Player of the Year; 12 – 2011 Tournament wins; 2009 & 2010 FCWT Player
of the Year.
Jeff Clark - One of the most noteworthy and respected big-wave surfers, famous for surfing Mavericks alone for 15 years before it was widely discovered.
Raymond Chester - Former NFL tight end. Chester was drafted in the first round of the 1970 NFL Draft by the Oakland Raiders.
Zack Follett - Former NFL and Cal Bears linebacker who retired in 2011 due to a neck injury. He was drafted by the Detroit Lions in the seventh round of the 2009
NFL Draft.
Joe Fonzi - KTVU FOX 2’s weekend sports anchor. He also appears on “49er Playbook,”
KTVU’s 49ers pre-game programs, and reports from the locker room for
“The Point After” post-game show.
Tito Fuentes - Former second baseman who played for 13 seasons in the Major Leagues between 1965 and 1978. Fuentes played for most of his career with the
San Francisco Giants where he still remains a fan favorite.
Bryan Ivie - Former volleyball player, who was a member of the United States men’s
national volleyball team that won the bronze medal at the 1992 Summer
Olympics in Barcelona, Spain.
George Kontos - Relief pitcher for the 2012 and 2014 World Champion Giants (2012-present) and Yankees (2011).
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Javier López - Relief pitcher for the 2010, 2012, and 2014 World Champion Giants (2010-present), Red Sox (2006-2009), Diamondbacks (2005), and Rockies
(2003-2005).
Joe Martin - Former NFL quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs and was an assistant coach for both Cal and Stanford.
Javier Mendez - Former World Champion Kickboxer, Founder of the American Kickboxing Academy, Head trainer & coach for Team AKA, Official coach on the UFC Ultimate Trainer video game.
David McCarty - Former first baseman and outfielder who played with the San Francisco Giants (1995-1996) and Oakland Athletics (2003).
Guy McIntyre - Former offensive lineman for the San Francisco 49ers. He played in three Super Bowls and five Pro Bowls during his career.
Craig Morton - NFL quarterback for 18 seasons, 1965-82. He played college football at the University of California and is a member of their Hall of Fame.
Joe Panik – Infielder for the 2014 World Champion Giants
Gary Plummer - Oakland Invaders (1983-85), Chargers (1986-93), S.F. 49ers (1994-97; 1,029
tackles, 4.5 sacks, and six interceptions), KNBR 49er game Broadcaster
(1998-2011)
Luke Rockhold - American mixed martial artist. He is a former Strikeforce Middleweight Champion. He is #5 in official UFC middleweight rankings.
Sergio Romo - Relief pitcher for the 2010, 2012, and 2014 World Champion Giants (2008-present).
Barry Sims - Lineman in the NFL and played from 1999-2007 with the Oakland Raiders and from 2008-2010 with the San Francisco 49ers.
Joe Starkey - Has served as the radio play-by-play announcer of California Golden Bears football since 1975. Play-by-play announcer for the San Francisco 49ers for
20 seasons from 1989 to 2008.
Art Thoms - Former professional defensive tackle who played nine seasons in the American Football League and the National Football League. Member of the Oakland Raiders Super Bowl XI Team in 1976.
Jimmy Ward - Safety for the San Francisco 49ers. He was drafted by the 49ers in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft.
Jamie Williams - Played 12 seasons in the NFL as a tight end, with the St. Louis Cardinals, Houston Oilers, San Francisco 49ers, and Los Angeles Raiders. Currently, he is the Associate Athletic Director at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Eric Wright - Considered one of the best cover cornerbacks of his day, Wright played in ten NFL seasons, from 1981–1990, all for the 49ers including starting on four Super Bowl-winning teams.
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Clear Channel Outdoor supports the efforts of
The Guardsmen & Giants Community Fund
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Bay Area Wine-and-Dine Package
Satisfy your taste buds with fabulous food from some of
the Bay Area’s best restaurants and a selection of fine wines
from the award-winning Testarossa Winery.
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Pick Your Paradise
Which of the following would you like to experience in the next
two years?
• Exploring the beauty and serenity of Bali with a one-week stay in your own private villa located on the Indian Ocean
• Watching elephant, rhino, leopard, giraffe, hippo, zebra, cheetah and buffalo during an incredible six day/six night
South African photo safari with four star accommodations
• Living “Under the Tuscan Sun” with a spectacular one-week stay in a beautifully restored apartment in a 16th century building in the hillside town of Cortona, Italy.
All trips are for two people. All trips are good for two years from today.
*All meals are included in the Africa Safari option
*Airfare is NOT included in any of the trips
*No sales or transfers are permitted
Value $3,100-$4,950 (depending on season and selection)
Donated by: Zulu Nyala Game Lodge and Sojourn Ventures
Winning bidders have two (2) years from date of purchase to use
the package.
All Pick Your Paradise sales are final, non-refundable, and with no
extensions or transfers
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The Guardsmen and the Giants Community Fund
thank Boston Properties for their support of the
2015 Sports Auction & Celebrity Dinner
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The Guardsmen and the Giants Community fund
thanks Shorenstein for its support
Cheers to The Guardsmen and the Giants Community
Fund for their commitment to Bay Area kids
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Make A Difference
Step up to the plate and hit a home run for your local
community with a pledge to The Guardsmen and the Giants
Community Fund to help these incredible charities fulfill their
mission to provide outdoor and educational opportunities for
local at-risk youth.
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Gensler is proud to support the efforts of
The Guardsmen & the Giants Community Fund
Congratulations to The Guardsmen and
the Giants Community Fund for their
commitment to Bay Area Youth
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Thank You!
Lynn M Maniscalco
Catherine Grandi
Matt Partain
John Abendroth
Hotel Drisco
Maggie Le Saeteurn
Joe Fonzi
Jonathan Geffrard
Amanda Sullivan
Paul Walker
Hillstone Restaurant
Steve Sutro
Tom Flint
Peter & Janet Osborne
Paul Touchstone
Anjou Ahlborn
MoMo’s Restaurant
Lisa Bottom
Sonoma Raceway
Pete Sittnick
Joe Martin
Patrick Scanlon
Waterbar Restaurant
Brooke Dowling
Clear Channel
EPIC Roasthouse
Lisa Littrell
Timothy Kazul
Restaurant
Vincent Calcagno
Kevin Murray
Mark Lehman
Dan Poritzky
Karen Sullivan
Original Joe’s Restaurant
Richard Hayes
Joe Martello
Brad Gillis/Night Ranger
Todd Upp
Bernie Smit
Peter Kellett
Fred Nelson
John Micek
Anographics
Russ Woods
Taina Steinberg
Liverpool Lil’s Restaurant
Will Bartlett
Hilary Lapping
Meghan Cornelius
Ted Koltis
Foyt Family Wines
The PlumpJack Group
Ryan Prosser
David Haydon
Bill O’Keeffe
Jim Collins
Joe & Annie Appel
SF Baseball Academy
Sia McDonald
Heather Brewer
Fitness SF
David Hayes
Agua Caliente Casino
Scott Thompson
Stephen Webb
Graham Crow
Eric Willis
Trione Winery
Damon Bruce
Rob Cockrum
Five Stars Yacht
Nelya Srulovich
21 Clubhouse
Andy Geckler
SF Amazing Event Rentals
Javier Mendez
Tre Ricci Winery
Zelenka Graphic Design
JCB Winery
The Hess Collection
Shana Daum
Scot Convington
American Born Moonshine
Adam Buttery
Chuck Flanders
Merrill Corporation
Danny Annan
The Bay Club Company
Mark Reuben Gallery
Steve Revetria
Phil Spiegel
Il Davide Restaurant
Seth Blanc
Bob Mulhern
Kelly McClure
Golden Gate Yacht Club
Christine Yuen
Resort & Spa
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The Guardsmen and the Giants Community Fund
thanks Tre Ricci Winery for its generous support
Duane Morris congratulates The Guardsmen
and the Giants Community Fund for their
work for Bay Area Youth
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The Guardsmen & Giants Community Fund
thank McCarthy-Cook for its support of the
2015 Sports Auction & Celebrity Dinner
The Guardsmen and the Giants Community Fund
thank Merrill Corporation for its support of the
2015 Sports Auction & Celebrity Dinner
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The Guardsmen and the Giants Community Fund
thank Nixon Peabody for their continued support
of the 2015 Sports Auction & Celebrity Dinner
The CRE Group, Inc. salutes The Guardsmen and
the Giants Community Fund for their work on
behalf of Bay Area Youth
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Cheers to The Guardsmen and
the Giants Community Fund!
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Special Thanks to Our Gold and Silver Sponsors
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT:
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