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WARREN BUFFETT will host a lunch to benefit the Glide Foundation and its programs. The lunch will be up for bid on eBay beginning June 6, 2010 at 7:30 pm PDT and close June 11, 2010 at 7:30 pm PDT. Mr. Buffett will dine with the winning bidder and up to seven friends at Smith & Wollensky in New York on a mutually agreed upon date. 100% of proceeds from the winning bid will benefit the Glide Foundation, one of the most effective institutions working to alleviate human suffering and poverty in the San Francisco Bay Area. Mr. Buffett has described Glide as “...maybe the most effective organization I’ve seen for people down on their luck.” All bidders must pre-qualify. The opening bid is $25,000. |
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About the Glide Foundation: Each year, Glide helps thousands of men, women, and children confront and overcome the effects of human suffering, poverty and homelessness through comprehensive services that emphasize unconditional love, healing, personal empowerment and self affirmation. Glide provides these comprehensive services to more than 2,000 individuals every day. Founded 45 years ago by Rev. Cecil Williams and Janice Mirikitani, Glide has been a spiritual home for all people and has brought social justice, love, courage and leadership to the community. Today, with Cecil and Janice in the roles of Founder and Founding President, Glide is directed by Chief Executive Officer Willa Seldon, who brings a wealth of compassion and experience to the task of continuing Glide’s impact and success in the coming years. |
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Glide Provides... Health Clinic • Mental Healthcare • HIV/AIDS Services • Addiction Recovery • Women’s Services Licensed Child Care • Sunday Celebrations • Free Meals • Crisis Center • Senior’s Services Permanent Housing • Community Advocacy • Youth Programs • Domestic Violence Recovery After School Programs • Secondary Education • College Preparation • Job Training and much more… |
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