Don Shula to be honored at February 3, 2010 Leadership and Philanthropy Award Dinner

Coach Don Shula to Be Honored for Leadership and Philanthropy

By Tampa’s Moffitt Cancer Center

South Beach Award Dinner at Ritz Carlton on February 3.

He is known for his dynamic coaching skills on the football field. Coach Don Shula led the Miami Dolphins in 1972 to the NFL’s first and only “Perfect Season,” including the Super Bowl, commanding the title “Winningest Coach,” an honor that none come close to.

But off the field, Shula is known for his community leadership and giving heart. Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa is honoring him for that generous spirit at the Board of Advisors’ Leadership & Philanthropy Award Dinner on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010, at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach.

The gala is expected to attract more than 500 of Shula’s longtime friends in the sports and entertainment industry for cocktails starting at 7 p.m., followed by dinner at 8 p.m., an award presentation and live entertainment by the

Marcia Mitchell Band.

“His dedication on and off the field has been an inspiration to many and has sparked Moffitt Cancer Center to bring together his family, friends and cancer warriors to say ‘thank you,’” said Sam Donaldson, ABC news veteran, chair of Moffitt’s Board of Advisors and the evening’s host.

Donaldson will be joined by event Co-Chairs Bob Griese, the quarterback of that fantastic 1972 Dolphins team, and his wife, Shay.

“Don has been a great mentor and a wonderful friend,” said Bob Griese, a member of Moffitt’s Board of Advisors. “He has worked hard to find a cure for cancer through his foundation and many lives have been made better for it. We consider it an honor to present this award to him.”

The Leadership & Philanthropy Award is given to recognize the extraordinary professional and civic accomplishments of a community leader. Shula is the first to receive the award. Funds raised at the event will go to benefit research at Moffitt Cancer Center.

Silver Sponsorship are $10,000 and include dinner for 10, name recognition in the program booklet and name recognition in Moffitt publications;

Gold Sponsorships are $15,000 and include Silver benefits and a half-page ad in the booklet; Platinum Sponsorships are $25,000 and include Gold benefits, verbal recognition during the event, recognition on event materials and advertising, and a full-page ad in the booklet;

Presenting Sponsorship is $50,000 and includes dinner for 20 at two tables, a full-paged ad in the booklet with a personal message to Don Shula, name recognition on event materials and advertising, name recognition in Moffitt publications, color logo on the back of the event program, and an exclusive after-hours celebration with Shula.

Patron tickets are $1,000 each and there is a menu of underwriting and advertising opportunities. Visit MOFFITT.org/Shula to get more information.

To purchase sponsorships or tickets, please visit MOFFITT.org/Shula. You may purchase by phone at 800-456-3434 extension 3192 or directly at 813-745-3192.

About Moffitt Cancer Center

Located in Tampa, Florida, Moffitt Cancer Center is an NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center - a designation that recognizes Moffitt’s excellence in research and contributions to clinical trials, prevention and cancer control. Moffitt currently has 15 affiliates in Florida, one in Georgia and two in Puerto Rico. Additionally, Moffitt is a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, a prestigious alliance of the country’s leading cancer centers, and is listed in U.S. News & World Report as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” for cancer. Moffitt’s sole mission is to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.

Click here to see the full page color ad in Palm Beach Today Magazine

Chairs of the big event: Shay and Bob Griese

The National Board of Advisors of Moffitt Cancer Center will be hosting the first Leadership and Philanthropy Award Dinner honoring fellow board member Don Shula on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2010, in Miami Beach, Fla.

This is an incredible opportunity! Miami is the host city for the Pro Bowl (Jan. 31, 2010) and Super Bowl XLIV (Feb. 7, 2010). In addition, Don Shula celebrates his 80th birthday on Monday, Jan. 4, 2010.

The Award Dinner, honoring one of the most recognized names in NFL history, is scheduled at such an apropos time, paying compliments to “Coach” as well as these world famous events. More importantly, Moffitt Cancer Center can use this opportunity as a catalyst to raise awareness; open new doors of communication in Florida’s south and east coast regions; bridge relationships with affiliate hospitals and corporate partners; and secure gifts which all will support our patient care, research and educational initiatives that align with our mission – to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.

Please reserve the evening of

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

FOR MOFFITT CANCER CENTER BOARD OF ADVISORS’

Leadership & Philanthropy Award Dinner

H O N O R I N G

Don Shula

EVENING's HOST Sam Donaldson

EVENT CHAIRS Bob & Shay Griese

The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach

7:00 P.M. 8:00 P.M.

COCKTAIL DINNER

RECEPTION