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CREATING THE FOUNDATIONFOR YOUTH TO EXCELALSO FEATURING : OVERTOWN YOUTH CENTER : HONEY SHINE MENTORING PROGRAM

ALONZO MOURNING CHARITIES NEWSLETTER I JULY 2008 - SEPTEMBER 2008 I NO. 10

IN THE KNOW WITH ZO

FROM OUR FOUNDER

1 2TABLE OF CONTENTSPAGE 1 I IN THE KNOW WITH ZOPAGE 2 I LETTER FROM OUR FOUNDERPAGE 3 I MINI-MASTERPIECES CREATED FOR ARTOPIA EXHIBITPAGE 4 I CAMP HONEY SHINE – FOUR WEEKS OF SELF EXPRESSIONPAGE 6 I ZSG PRESS CONFERENCE PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS CONTINUE TO SUPPORT AMC BE A PRO WITH ZO & D. WADEPAGE 8 I THE GROOVE JUST GOT FLASHIER IN SUMMER 2008PAGE 12 I SUSAN TAYLOR TOOK CENTER STAGE WITH AN IMPORTANT LESSON FOR HONEY SHINE AND OVERTOWN YOUTH CENTER GIRLSPAGE 13 I THE NBA HONORS ALONZO WITH THE NBA COMMUNITY ASSIST AWARD FOR JULY HONEY BUGS BECAME TINY TECHIES BUILDING ROBOTS THAT COMPETED TO WINPAGE 15 I GOLFERS HIT THE GREENS FOR A CHANCE AT ONE MILLION BUCKSPAGE 16 I HONEY BUGS SHOPPED ‘TIL THEY DROPPED FOR 08-09 SCHOOL YEARPAGE 17 I BOVA RISTORANTE OPENING RAISED MORE THAN $70,000 FOR ALONZO MOURNING CHARITIESPAGE 18 I MOURNING KICKS OF RESILIENCE BOOK TOUR WITH FUNDRAISER IN NEW JERSEYPAGE 19 I ALONZO AND TRACY ENCOURAGE FLORIDIANS TO GET TO THE POLLS ALONZO IS NEW SPOKESPERSON FOR THE MIAMI TRANSPLANT INSTITUTEPAGE 20 I BENEFITS OF GIVING TO CHARITYPAGE 21 I HONEY SHINE STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS HONEY SHINE MENTORING PROGRAM 2008 CORPORATE PARTNERSPAGE 22 I MEET THE NEW STAFF HONEY SHINE PROGRAM ACHIEVEMENTS

CONTRIBUTORSIN THE KNOW WITH ZO is a publication of Alonzo Mourning Charities (AM Charities) that is

designed to be an informative piece for sponsors, partners, and supporters in the community.

Readership: 20,000

STAFF:

Grace M. Castro I Public Relations and Marketing Director I [email protected]

Anna Fortes I Accountant I [email protected]

LaCriscia M. Fowlkes I Program Coordinator I Honey Shine Mentoring Program

[email protected]

Andrea Graham I Program Manager I Honey Shine Mentoring Program

[email protected]

Lisa Joseph I Development Director I [email protected]

Nile Patrick I Community Relations Coordinator I [email protected]

OTHER CONTRIBUTORS:

Alisha Sanford, Amy Deutch, Michelle Revuelta PR, Inc., Photographers: Norma Jean Abraham,

Johnny Louis Photography, Nadine Valme, Jo Winstead Photography, Mitchell Zachs Photography

BOARD OF DIRECTORS:

Alonzo Mourning I Founder, Alonzo Mourning Charities I CHAIRMAN EMERITUS

Tracy Wilson Mourning I Founder, Honey Shine Mentoring Program I PRESIDENT

William Diggs I Miami Dade Chamber of Commerce I VICE PRESIDENT

Allen Furst I Agency 21 Consulting I TREASURER

MEMBERS:

Linda Coll I Carnival Cruise Lines Foundation

Albert Dotson, Jr. Esquire I Bilzin, Sumberg, Beane, Price & Axelrod

Gene Schaefer I Bank of America

Dear Friends:

What a memorable Summer of 2008! Zo’s Summer Groove, the first community fundraising event I started to support children’s charities, raised more funds than ever thanks to the addition of my good friend and colleague, Dwyane Wade. Not only have we shared the best moments as Champions on the court, but now we’re also teammates in the race to help change the lives of children and families Equally important to our success were the many partners and guests who supported our event, especially returning title sponsor Miccosukee Resort & Gaming. This overall support will once more help fund the many programs and initiatives of Alonzo Mourning Charities and Wade’s World Foundation.

As we enter into the New Year and continue to maneuver through this uncertain economic climate, many youth and educational programs throughout the country, especially here in South Florida, are being negatively affected with seemingly unending cutbacks. I encourage you, above all, to ensure that your family is secure, but I also ask you to consider the youth who don’t have a voice or the support of family. I ask that in this New Year you support our youth initiatives in any way you can - sponsor, donate, or offer some of your time and resources to contribute to the causes that really matter.

We at Alonzo Mourning Charities will remain fully optimistic until each child has the opportunity to fully benefit from our programs. It is important that the Honey Shine Mentoring Program continue to provide the guidance and sisterhood that young girls struggling with issues such as body image and self-esteem need; and that the Overtown Youth Center keep it’s doors open to serve as an afterschool safe haven that is both educationally and recreationally enriching; and moreover, raise the capital funds needed for other communities like Miami Gardens to also benefit from a new youth enrichment center.

We ask that you help us continue to impact the lives of the very youth who will one day help lead this nation. On behalf of the Board of Directors and staff of Alonzo Mourning Charities, THANK YOU and Happy New Year.

Warm regards,

Alonzo MourningFounder, Alonzo Mourning Charities

3 4MINI-MASTERPIECES CREATEDFOR ARTOPIA EXHIBIT

MAY 22, 2008 | The Honey Shine Mentoring Program, ArtOpiA and mentors from the New World School of the Arts teamed up to let inner creativity shine through expressive artwork for this years’ ArtOpiA exhibit. Honey Shine’s program participants from across South Florida felt like master artists when their artwork was displayed at a special exhibit hosted at the Cielo Garden & Supper Club in Coconut Grove, Florida.

This year’s theme was “I am the Vision I Create.” The Honey Bugs and their mentors did not hold back in creating vibrant and meaningful art that portrayed their positive self-image. The young ladies and special invited guests had the opportunity to see each rendition during this evening. In addition, posters and t-shirts with their artwork were also on display and available for sale to raise funds for the Honey Shine Mentoring Program.

The ArtOpiA program began at the New World School of the Arts where mentors work one-on-one, covering fundamental art and design concepts, computer layout programs and various other media including painting, photography and collage.

Special thanks to: Mirta Fuentes, Maggy Cuesta, Rowena Luna, Rosario Martinex-Canas, the New World School of the Arts, Liza M. Santana from CREATIVAS and the owners and staff at Cielo Garden & Supper Club.

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - Honey Bug Artist Beatriz Rivera alongside her Mentors Cattia Antezana and Juan Camilo Rojas from the New World School of the Arts#2 - Future Fashion Designer Aryahna Abraham

CAMP HONEY SHINE - FOUR WEEKS OF SELF-EXPRESSION

JUNE 06, 2008 | After many successful years, our Honey Bugs were rejuvenated over the Summer, for the 3rd year, through activities and field trips at Camp Honey Shine…

LET’S GET PHYSICAL – This summer we increased the amount of physical activity and health education during camp with dance, yoga, basketball, and nutrition classes. First Care Home Services provided nutritional lessons as well as physical education classes that showed the girls exercise can be fun and good for you. In addition, Swim Kids came to camp daily and provided swimming lessons for all of the Honey Bugs this summer. Some girls learned how to swim for the first time and some were able to build on their swimming skills. Honey Bugs were given pedometers to keep up with their steps throughout their daily activities and, as an extra bonus this year, we were able

to incorporate belly dancing and Zumba classes to the line-up of fitness classes. The Honey Bugs also worked on increasing their knowledge of hair care and make-up with For the Love of You experts.

CREATIVE MINDS – It’s important to be able to have self-expression and creativity in your life, and at Camp Honey Shine it came in the form of beading and creating scrapbooks that included designing a decorative cover. The girls also made tiaras, fabric purses, masks, and so much more. Journaling is an integral part to the overall program and this year, with journals donated by Michelle Klinger, the girls were able to work through exercises in their Chill and Spill journals that helped them dig deeper. Our capstone for creativity was the Annual Camp Honey Shine Talent Show which included 20 acts from

PHOTO CAPTION:#1 - (LEFT TO RIGHT) Jasmine White, Daisha Holton, Jennifer Thomas, Jasmine Thompson, Destiny Rolle, Benesha Bellamy, Ms. Elaine Johnson, Catrell McNair, Alexa Tapia; (BOTTOM LEFT TO RIGHT) Brittany Daniels, Quintrelle Davis, Diamond Span, Jamila Williams and Yolinda Rodriguez

NEWS NEWS

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - Dwyane meets and signs autographs for more than 300 Publix Super Markets customers#2 - Alonzo takes a moment to greet a new little fan

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MARCH 2008 | The Miami division of Publix Super Markets raised over $865,000 this year for more than 40 South Florida non-profit organizations. Alonzo Mourning Charities was selected as one of the benefiting organizations and was given a grant at a luncheon held at the Publix Super Markets Miami division warehouse and distribution facility. Alonzo Mourning Charities will use the check to support the 33 Thanksgiving program as well as the Honey Shine Mentoring Program.

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - Andrea Graham (center) poses with Bill Fauerbach, Vice President of Operations for Publix Super Markets and fellow representatives

PHOTO CAPTION:#1 - THE GROOVE JUST GOT FLASHIER as Wade announces coming on board for the Groove sitting alongside Zo and Jerry Powers, Founder of Ocean Drive Magazine

ZSG PRESS CONFERENCECAMP HONEY SHINE - FOUR WEEKS OF SELF-EXPRESSION (continued)

dancing and singing to spoken word performances. It was also attended by special surprise guests recording artist Deborah Cox and Christina Milian.

THE FUNDAMENTALS – Reading, financial literacy, and educational field trips rounded out the activities for camp. Each group received a book from their summer reading list and a bonus book (just for fun) to keep their minds active. The girls had financial literacy training by Citi Bank where they learned about savings, bonds, and other basic information to help them think about their financial future. Educational field trips included trips to University of Miami (UM) and Barry University for the high school Honey Bugs. They had a campus tour of UM and attended a musical session at Barry. The younger girls went to Butterfly World and on a Duck Tour of Miami Beach. Two tours of the Clear Channel Radio offices were arranged; the tours afforded the girls the opportunity to learn about the wide world of radio from South Florida on-air personality “Footy.”

We’d like to thank Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart for opening up their beautiful campus to our girls once more. We are forever grateful and happy for this partnership that works to change and improve the lives of young girls. Our camp staff including Talia, Jackie, Kerenzer, Charlotte, Patty, Becca, Annie, Franceska, Renee, and Raven as well as all of our volunteers and partners were amazing this year. Their hard work and services provided throughout the four weeks of camp made this summer’s Camp Honey Shine a huge success. Special thanks to Norma Jean Abraham, Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade County, Junior League of Miami, First Care Home Services, Inc., Duck Tours of Miami, Deborah Cox, Christina Milian, Rixys Diaz, John “Footy” Kross, Greta Moncayo, Leslie Ann David, Michelle Rosen, and Kids Deli.

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - LaCriscia Fowlkes, Andrea Graham and volunteer Joanie Graham#2 - Zabhrya Tillman, Lachante Bentley, Atiya Huggins, and Kashia Kancey anxiously waiting to hear if they will be picked as Camper of the Week!#3 - Sister Cooke, Headmistress of Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart, reminding the girls that they are welcome to Carrollton at anytime because it is their home too

NEWSBE A PRO WITH ZO & D. WADE

PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS CONTINUETO SUPPORT AMC

ZSG HIGHLIGHTS

7 ZSG HIGHLIGHTS

JULY 9-13, 2008 I Alonzo “Zo” Mourning and Dwyane “Flash” Wade hosted the 12th

Annual Miccosukee Zo’s Summer Groove Introducing D. Wade (ZSG) event July 9-13,

2008 in Miami, Florida. The five-day weekend offered something for everyone from

youth basketball clinics, golf tournament, comedy jam, benefit dinner, youth summit, free

block party, all-star basketball game, and numerous after-party and exclusive functions.

Proceeds benefited Alonzo Mourning Charities and Wade’s World Foundation.

Sponsored by Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, this nationally recognized fun-filled event

has become a staple in the South Florida community and beyond. ZSG works to promote

community involvement and encourage event participants to enjoy an extended weekend

of activities that benefit South Florida’s most underserved children and families.

Kicking off the festivities on July 9th was the Nike ZSG Youth Basketball Clinic at the

Miramar Youth Enrichment Center. Mourning and Wade were joined by some of the

leagues best, including Dorell Wright and Robert Hite, to teach more than 2,000 kids

basic basketball fundamentals, team work and perseverance.

Super Bowl Champ Michael Strahan hosted one of three holes at the pristine Doral Golf

Resort & Spa in Miami for the City Furniture ZSG Golf Classic on July 10th. Golfers were

given the chance to challenge Strahan, Wade and Mourning for great prizes. In addition,

golfers made their rounds alongside invited sports greats such as Julius “Dr. J” Erving,

Artis Gilmore, Randy Moss, Ken Griffey Sr., Penny Hardaway and Glen Rice.

On July 11th a second Nike ZSG Youth Basketball Clinic session was held at the Overtown

Youth Center in Miami. Kids were joined by NBA players Udonis Haslem, Nate Robinson,

Tim Hardaway and Mike James, as well as actor James Lesure.

Publix and Publix Super Markets Charities brought the beach to the Groove by hosting the

ZSG Beach Ball on July 11th at the Hotel InterContinental Miami. Guests joined Zo and D.

Wade for a memorable beach party as they grooved to a special musical performance by

Queen Latifah, presented by Pepsi. Event-goers bid during a silent and live auction filled

with luxury items, one-of-a-kind memorabilia, and personal experiences with popular

celebrities.

The Michael Fux Foundation was the host of the ZSG Youth Summit on July 12th at

the Hotel InterContinental Miami. The summit provided young adults an opportunity

to discuss important issues with invited panelists from the community and prominent

figures from the world of sports and entertainment. Kirk Nugent opened the summit

with an empowering poem to get everyone in the right mind set for the day. Mourning

and wife Tracy Wilson Mourning alongside Wade were joined on the panel by Judge

Hatchett, Rosci, Lauren London, Ed Lover, Terrance J, Julia Yarbough, Tanya Knight, Mike

James, Miami Heat Coach Erik Spoelstra, Sanyika Calloway Boyce, Natasha D. Mayne,

Esq., Captain Barrington Irving, Kevin Bently, Adam Kuperstein, Alex Ellis, Ephren Taylor,

and Fenorris Pearson. Jonathan Sprinkles and Tamekia Flowers-Holland facilitated the

summit.

Superstar Chris Tucker took center stage at the Heineken ZSG Comedy Show hosted by

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on the evening of July 12th. Tucker, best known

for his unforgettable roles in Friday and the Rush Hour trilogy, made a long-awaited

appearance back on the comedy show stage. Joining the comedic line-up was JB

Smooth, Jay Lamont, Marvin Dixon DeRay Davis, Joe Clair and Bruce Bruce. Not missing

a beat was Miami’s own DJ Irie who helped provide just the right mix of tunes for the

evening. The comedy show definitely left its mark this year with promise for fans to

return annually. Proceeds from the show also benefited The Chris Tucker Foundation.

8ZSG HIGHLIGHTS

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - Wade (SECOND FROM RIGHT) poses with guest at the Groove’s Kick-off Party hosted by David Christa#2 - Chris Tucker warms-up the stage with a few hot dance moves at the Heineken ZSG Comedy Show hosted by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino#3 - America’s Best Dance Crew winners’ The JABBAWOCKEEZ keeps crowd mesmerized at the Carnival Cruise Lines ZSG All-Star Game#4 - Zo is happy to see the crowd having a great time#5 - Young girls from local programs gather to hear inspirational messages at The Michael Fux ZSG Youth Summit#6 - Tracy and Trey Mourning gather courtside at the Game#7 - Two grateful students receive a new pair of Nike shoes at the Nike ZSG Youth Basketball Clinic#8 - Bill Fauerbach, Vice President of Operations for Publix Super Markets (RIGHT) awards Publix ZSG Mentor of the Year Award to Willie Bell (LEFT) and Stanley Davis, guest presenter#9 - Wade welcomes the large crowd at the ZSG Block Party outside the AmericanAirlines Arena#10 - Tracy and Jeff Tweedy at the Sunday Night Private Party hosted by Rothstein Rosenfeldt Adler#11 - Zo channels Tiger Woods and teaches Wade a thing or two on the green#12 - Queen Latifah shares her talent and sultry songs at the Publix Charities ZSG Beach Ball#13 - Zo huddles with team of kids at the Nike ZSG Youth Summit#14 - Lebron James and Wade challenge Alonzo and Damien Jones to an old School vs New School competition#15 - Alonzo shows a few young men how to properly tie a tie at The Michael Fux Foundation ZSG Youth Summit

THE GROOVE JUST GOT FLASHIER IN SUMMER 2008INTRODUCING D. WADE

9 10ZSG HIGHLIGHTS ZSG HIGHLIGHTSAM CHARITIES WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR ZSG PARTNERS AND SPONSORS THAT HELPED MAKE OUR EVENT A SUCCESS!

TITLE SPONSORMiccosukee Resort & Gaming

PRESENTING SPONSORSCarnival Cruise LinesCity FurnitureG2 from GatoradeHeineken USANikeOcean Drive MagazinePepsi Bottling GroupPublix Super MarketsPublix Super Markets CharitiesSeminole Hard Rock Hotel & CasinoThe Michael Fux Foundation

ALL STAR SPONSORSAmerican AirlinesBilzin Sumberg Baena Price & Axelrod LLPColgate-Palmolive CompanyHotel Gansevoort SouthHotel InterContinental MiamiRothstein Rosenfeldt AdlerSouthern Wine and Spirits

PLAYER SPONSORS Bank of AmericaBest BuyDELLKellogg’sMiami HEAT Charitable FoundationPepperidge Farms

Pinnacle Housing Group & PHG Builders, Inc.Spirits Night ClubThomas’

HALF COURT SPONSORS BacardiCartoon NetworkConverseH.Y.P.N.O.T.I.Q.Hooters’ / LPT ManagementMacy’sNBAUPSWachoviaWarren Henry Automobiles

GOLF SPONSORS Bank of AmericaBlueCross & BlueSheild of FloridaDeutsche BankDoral MarriottLexus of West KendallMiguel & Sonnia ViyellaPurple HeartSam’s ClubUltimate Cigars & Fine Wine

IN-KIND SPONSORS Ad Graphics, Inc.Aventura Limousine ServiceBrickell Key Tours & TransportationDave & Buster’s

DiageoFive Star ProductionFlorida College of Natural HealthFrames ExpressFuel OutdoorLamar Transit AdvertisingMad StudiosMetro Signs, Inc.Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLP.Nupress of MiamiRonin Advertising GroupStaples

MEDIA SPONSORS 790 The Ticket99 JAMZAfrican American Golfer’s DigestAmerican Way MagazineBievenidos MagazinesComcast SpotlightCoral Gables GazetteCoral Living MagazineDiario Las AmericasESPN Radio 760Florida Travel + Life MagazineFuel OutdoorHot 105Love 94NBC 6Skywritings MagazineSocialMiami.comSun Sports TV

Today’s Parent MagazineWelcome to Miami + The BeachesWIODWQAMY100

ZSG HOST COMMITTEE

HOST COMMITTEE CHAIRJerry Powers

THANK YOU TO OUR DEDICATED HOST MEMBERS:Norma Jean AbrahamRolando AedoJennifer AltmanRon BookSteven BoucherMyles ChefetzDavid GoldbergGila EdrichNeil and Toni GoodmanDJ IrieRhonda JohnsonStuart MillerAyana O’RandFenorris PearsonShari RochesterJeff WechslerScott WoolleyDr. Marty Zaiac

To get the crowd ready for the biggest game of the summer, ZSG hosted a free Block Party that

was open to the public on the afternoon of July 13th outside the AmericanAirlines Arena. The

block party came alive with the help of local radio stations such as 99 Jamz, 103.5 The Beat,

Y-100, 790 The Ticket and 560 WQAM. Blazing the ZSG stage were local and national talent

such as Ace Hood, Llyod, Tyga, Crystal Q, Candice, the Buccaneer Band from West Jefferson H.S.

in Harvey, LA. and many more. Ensuring that there was something for everyone, participating

sponsors such as Best Buy Tech Village, Amerigroup, Blue Cross Blue Shield, DeVry University,

NAACP and many others provided free rides, food and giveaways for the entire family.

Old School met New School when Zo lead his experienced team against D. Wade’s roster of young

superstars at the Carnival Cruise Lines ZSG All-Star Basketball Game at the AmericanAirlines

Arena on the evening of July 13th. This high-scoring game brought many fans excitement as

Alonzo was joined by favorites Tim Hardaway, Damon Jones, Sam Cassell, Damon Stoudamire,

Penny Hardaway, Quentin Richardson, Larry Hughes, Eddie Jones, James Posey, Mike James,

Derek Anderson and Al Harrington. Keeping up on Wade’s New School team were popular stars

LeBron James, Chris Paul, Kevin Durant and Nate Robinson to name a fab few. Headlining the

half-time show was Harlem’s choir IMPACT who got fans to stand up and groove at the arena.

America’s Best Dance Crew Season One winners, the Jabbawockeez, entertained the crowd

with a memorable show, showing off their high-energy moves.

Top participating sponsors not only included Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, but also Ocean Drive

Magazine, founded by Jerry Powers, ZSG Host Committee Chair, and G2 from Gatorade, who

hosted the exclusive VIP and celebrity-only G2 Lounge at host Hotel InterContinental.

Overall, this was a great weekend that was only successful with the help of many. Thank you to

everyone involved. We look forward to next year…. July 8-12th, 2009.

INTRODUCING D. WADE

2008 campaign created by Ronin Advertising Group

THE GROOVE JUST GOT FLASHIER

THE GROOVE JUST GOT FLASHIER INSUMMER 2008 (continued) INTRODUCING D. WADE

11 12SUSAN TAYLOR TOOK CENTER STAGE WITH AN IMPORTANT LESSON FOR HONEY SHINE AND OVERTOWN YOUTH CENTER GIRLS

JULY 25, 2008 | A select group of young ladies from South Florida had the opportunity of a lifetime when Susan Taylor, former editorial director of ESSENCE magazine and active leader of numerous charitable and political organizations across the nation, took time out of her busy schedule to share words of encouragement. One hundred girls from the Honey Shine Mentoring Program and Overtown Youth Center gathered to hear Taylor speak at the Overtown Youth Center in Miami, Florida.

Taylor enlightened the young girls by sharing her life lessons in hopes that they would be able to incorporate her teachings into their own lives. She reiterated the importance of being an individual and the power of being in charge of your own destiny. The girls were made to understand that every problem has a solution, and it is up to them to discover the path that results in the outcome they want to achieve.

The young women, who sat motivated and eager to ask questions, listened intently as Taylor spoke. Taylor reinforced the need for mentors to help them along the way. As a mentor herself to girls across the country, Taylor encouraged each to be resourceful. Mentors can be found anywhere - a teacher, coach, minister, parents, relatives, and especially within the Honey Shine Mentoring Program family.

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - Honey Bugs and Overtown Youth Center girls listen attentively#2 - Honey Bugs take the time to also share their story with special guest Susan Taylor#3 - Tracy Wilson Mourning, Honey Shine Founder, and Susan Taylor

ZSG HIGHLIGHTS NEWS

GIFT AND AUCTION DONORS

AHM Enterprises

Allied Athlete Group

Art to Wear

Aventura Mall

Bally Total Fitness

Bebe

Bellweather New York

Bergdorf Goodman

Best Buy

Bijoux Dance Center

Boucher Brothers

Brighton

Britto Gallery

Buffy Bag Designs

Café Martorano

Canu Interiors

Capretto Shoes

Carol’s Daughter

Casa Chameleon

Catalina Hotel & Beach Club

Catch a Wave

Chef Raul

Clearly Creative

Cocowalk

Consign of the Times

Converse

Custo Barcelona

Downtown Divas

Drew Estates

Edward Beriner

Elements of Time

En Avance

Equinox

Etro

Fantasia Youth Spa

Fine Line Furniture & Accessories

Funky Fish Kids Day Inc.

Gansevoort South Hotel Spa & Residences

Gisnesia Design

G-T Sports

Highly Romantics

Hipie Boutique

Honey Child

Hotel Gansevoort

Howard White

H.Y.P.N.O.T.I.Q.

Intercontinental Hotel

Intermix

Iridesse Pearls

Janies of Miami

Jenna White

Jennifer’s Homemade

Jimmy Choo

Jimmy Quiroga Designs

Joley Restaurant

Josie’s Couture

Kenneth Cole

Louis Vuitton

Lumakara Jewelry

Magic City Tickets

Maison D’Azur

Mary Louise Designs

Miami Childrens Theater

Miami Heat

My Royal Heinie

Myra and Company

Nathalie Martin Schettini

Neiman Marcus

Nikki Beach

Nordstrom’s

Paper Niche

Pascale’s House of Bling

Patron

Phillips Frankel

Play Pretty Beauty

Post Blue Jean

Power Fit Studios

Purveyor of Fine Eyewear

Q Tonic

QuanStar

Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour

Sankyle Coulture Accessories

Simons & Green

Snow Jewelers

Sonesta Bayfront Hotel

Steven Anton Rehage

Stitch Miami

Texas de Brazil

The Bath Club

The Miami River Inn

The Mutiny Hotel

The Scarlet Letter

The Yoga Room @ Browns & Co.

Tod’s

Travel Trackers

Trend

Tri Mackey Catering

Tuccia Di Capri

Tumi

Turchin Jewelry

Unika

Uruguay Steaks

Vigi

Village Decorators

Wade’s World Foundation

Young At Art Childrens Museum

Yves Saint Laurent

AM CHARITIES WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR ZSG PARTNERS AND SPONSORS THAT HELPED MAKE OUR EVENT A SUCCESS!INTRODUCING D. WADE

HONEY BUGS BECAME TINY TECHIES BUILDING ROBOTS THAT COMPETED TO WIN

AUGUST 01, 2008 | The Starbot Robotics Camp offered 11 young girls from the Honey Shine Mentoring Program the chance to put their skills to the test as they built four robots to compete on the final day of camp. Honey Bugs were divided into four groups with mentors from Starbot Robotics and built the robots throughout the week of camp.

Starbot, a local educational robotics institution that works with students across South Florida, led the camp and worked with the Honey Shine girls to inspire them to become future engineers and inventors. The Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart in Coconut Grove, host of Camp Honey Shine, also hosted the mechanical showdown and week of camp.

During the course of camp, each girl used practical applications of math and science, learned project management skills, and were encouraged through teamwork and imagination. The Honey Bugs were encouraged to think like engineers and inventors, and assignments encouraged the girls to believe that it only takes one idea to change the world and that idea could belong to them.

The girls, who had no prior knowledge of robotics, learned how to solder metals, about the relationship of the connection on circuit boards and other electronic parts, about design methodologies, physics, and Newton’s Law, as well as how robots incorporate electronics, motors, pneumatics, radio controls, different metals and more. The competition tested the robots’ ability to launch ping-pong balls into a bucket and the girls’ ability to control them in doing so.

We would like to thank Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart for sponsoring our girls to experience this amazing opportunity.

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - Asia Smith and Letty Reyes work together as they guild their Trebuchet#2 - Daniela along side her team of Honey Bugs Cornesha Love, Yolinda Rodriguez, and Letty Reyes getting ready to compete with their Robot#3 - The entire Robotic Camp group from celebrating their accomplishments from the week

13 14NEWSTHE NBA HONORS ALONZO WITH THE NBA COMMUNITY ASSIST AWARD FOR JULY

AUGUST 14, 2008 | Alonzo Mourning

was named the recipient of the NBA

Community Assist Award for July, in

recognition of his outstanding efforts

in the community and for his ongoing

philanthropic and charitable work.

This marks the second time that

Mourning has been named the recipient

of the NBA Community Assist Award. He

last won the honor in July 2006.

As July’s NBA Community Assist Award

recipient, Mourning received the David Robinson Plaque, with the

inscription, “Following the standard set by NBA Legend David

Robinson who improved the community piece by piece.” In

addition, a $5,000 donation was given by the NBA to the Alonzo

Mourning Charities and earmarked for the Overtown Youth Center.

The league presents the NBA Community Assist Award monthly to

recognize players for their charitable efforts. The award honors the

NBA player who best reflects the passion that the league and its

players have for giving back to their communities.

HONEY BUGS SHOPPED ‘TIL THEY DROPPED FOR 08-09 SCHOOL YEAR

AUGUST 23, 2008 | The Honey Bugs kicked off the 2008-2009 school year in style! Seventy young girls from the Honey Shine Mentoring Program hit the aisles on a shopping spree at Target in late August. The girls selected to participate were chosen based on their attendance and overall growth from the previous Honey Shine programming year and this summer’s Camp Honey Shine. Each girl received a $75 gift card for Target, courtesy of the Honey Shine Mentoring Program.

The shopping carts flew at the Target located on Bird Road in Miami, FL. The girls were served breakfast and then given a brief shopping orientation on how to shop smart for back to school savings. They were fully prepared with a shopping list of items to guide them in purchasing the necessities—the most popular of which were toiletries and clothing outfits.

Learning the difference between name and generic brand shopping, as well as the value of scouring sales racks and using coupons, were important lessons during this Honey Shine activity. The girls were taught how to spend their money wisely and were even given calculators to double-check their math and make sure they didn’t overspend. Honey Shine volunteers paired up with the young women to help them find the best deals. All of the young shoppers, including one young Honey Bug who was able to use every single cent of her $75 gift card, came in under their allowance.

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - Honey Bugs Lachante Bentley and Kashia Kancey show us their pearly whites in the toothbrush isle#2 - Honey Shine gathers after a long day shopping#3 - Cornesha Love and Alexa Tapia pair up to find the best deals

15 16NEWS NEWS

Thank Youto all sponsorsThank Youto all sponsors

*We apologize for any omissions due to printing deadlines.*We apologize for any omissions due to printing deadlines.

Alson CapitalAmerican Express

Aviary CapitalBen YeagerBernstein

Cantor FitzgeraldDr . Gerald and Alice Sue Appel

G-III Apparel Glaceau & Vitamin Water

Home DepotJoe Wilson & Rhahime Bell

John KleinLehman Brothers

Lexus of Lehigh ValleyLinda And Thomas Rizk

Merrill LynchMetro Signs

Miccosukee Tribe Of IndiansMorgan Stanley

Neil Barsky & Joan DavidsonPsg ExecutionsRaymond James

Stephen M. Ferretti, Inc.Susquehanna International Group

UBSVip Jets

Alson CapitalAmerican Express

Aviary CapitalBen YeagerBernstein

Cantor FitzgeraldDr . Gerald and Alice Sue Appel

G-III Apparel Glaceau & Vitamin Water

Home DepotJoe Wilson & Rhahime Bell

John KleinLehman Brothers

Lexus of Lehigh ValleyLinda And Thomas Rizk

Merrill LynchMetro Signs

Miccosukee Tribe Of IndiansMorgan Stanley

Neil Barsky & Joan DavidsonPsg ExecutionsRaymond James

Stephen M. Ferretti, Inc.Susquehanna International Group

UBSVip Jets

GOLFERS HIT THE GREENS FOR A CHANCE AT ONE MILLION BUCKS

AUGUST 01, 2008 | The 5th Annual Zo’s Million Dollar Shootout took place at Trump National Golf Club in Westchester, New York. Alonzo Mourning alongside friends from the sports, entertainment, political and business worlds including City of Newark’s Mayor Cory Booker, Eric Snow (Cleveland Cavaliers), Rory Sparrow (former NBA player), Shawn Respert (former NBA player) and Brandon Williams (former NBA player), were present at the successful charity event which raised more than $225,000 in proceeds this year!

Presented by Alson Capital Partners this year, Zo’s Million Dollar Shootout has been a staple golf outing along the northeast corridor for the past five years. Tons of golfers not only came out to test their swing for the chance at one million dollars but also to support Alonzo Mourning Charities’ community initiatives.

Mourning, who has personal ties to New Jersey where he resides when not in Miami, welcomed City of Newark’s Mayor Cory Booker on the course this year. The two have partnered to spearhead a joint project in Newark, focusing on youth and education, and portions of the proceeds from this year’s Zo’s Shootout will go towards this endeavor.

Trump National Golf Club hosts Zo’s Million Dollar Shootout each year. The golf course is among the most highly regarded in the area boasting world-class facilities and a 7,291-yard par 72 golf course designed by golf course architect Jim Fazio.

Participants in the tournament not only competed for the chance to win one million dollars, but also enjoyed a complimentary gift bag with top-of-the-line golf gear, welcome breakfast reception, putting contest, round of golf, post-reception feast featuring culinary delights, awards ceremony, and a live auction with exclusive items and experiences that were up for bid.

Thank you to our sponsors Alson Capital Partners, Neil Barsky and Joan Davidson, Linda and Thomas Rizk, and Vitamin Water who helped raised more than $225,000.

THANK YOU TO OUR DEDICATED HOST COMMITTEE:Neil Barsky, Rahime Bell, Brian Cohen, John Cpin, Kedric Dines, Morris Reid, Linda & Thomas Rizk, Shari Rochester, Jeffrey Tweedy

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - Newark Mayor Cory Booker, Alonzo Mourning and Neil Barsky from Alson Capital Partners

17 NEWS 18BOVA RISTORANTE OPENING RAISED MORE THAN $70,000 FOR ALONZO MOURNING CHARITIES

SEPTEMBER 09, 2008 | BOVA Ristorante owners Scott W. Rothstein and Tony

and Laurie Bova, were joined by Alonzo Mourning and John “Footy” Kross,

to host a “tip-off” party celebrating their new partnership, which will bring

Italian dining and nightclub experiences to the next level. The Bovas recently

joined forces with Rothstein to expand the restaurant group, which currently

includes hot spot BOVA Ristorante and Mario’s of Boca. The celebratory event

was held at the BOVA Ristorante in Boca Raton and helped raise more than

$ 70,000 for Alonzo Mourning Charities.

“It is wonderful to be able to celebrate a new partnership, and at the same

time, raise money for a great cause – Alonzo Mourning Charities,” said

Rothstein, Chairman/CEO of Rothstein Rosenfeldt Adler, Attorneys at Law.

“We are always looking for ways to give back to our community, and I

am thrilled that my new partnership with Tony and Laurie Bova continues

to complement my passion for giving back. Alonzo Mourning is a very

community minded man and we love being able to support all the great

work that he is currently doing in South Florida.”

Highlights of the evening included a live auction featuring items such as

three stunning 18 karat white gold handmade sapphire bangle bracelets

from Levinson Jewelers; Dinner for four every month for an entire year at

Bova Ristorante; Zo’s Summer Groove VIP package for two; a two night/

three day weekend stay in a suite at Casa Casuarina and a Southern Wine

and Spirits package boasting a case of Cristal, a case of Dom Perignon and

a case of Perrier-Jouet Flower.

We thank Tony & Laurie Bova and Kim & Scott W. Rothstein for inviting us to

be a part of their celebration.

PHOTO CAPTION:#1 - Scott Rothstein and wife Kim, Alonzo, and Laurie and Tony Bova

NEWS17 NEWS

MOURNING KICKS OFF RESILIENCE BOOK TOUR WITHFUNDRAISER IN NEW JERSEY

SEPTEMBER 19, 2008 | Mourning kicked off the publication of RESILIENCE, which went on sale at the end of September, with an exciting and memorable evening at an invitation-only event in Alpine, New Jersey, hosted by Lenora & John Klein and Sheilagh & Anthony Cirillo. Guests included John Starks, Patrick Ewing, Dwyane Wade, Quentin Richardson, Nate Robinson, Craig Sager, Ed Lover, Curtis Martin, Herb Williams, and Earl Monroe.

The exclusive benefit party to celebrate the debut of RESILIENCE included a VIP reception, meet-and-greet with Mourning and friends, cocktails, dinner, dancing and a live auction featuring a Hermès “Birkin” bag, Olympic basketball jerseys, and much more. Proceeds

from this evening benefited Alonzo Mourning Charities and the Foundation for Autism Training and Education (FATE). For more information on FATE please visit www.theFATE.org. Many thanks to the Kleins, Cirillo’s, Random House, Earth Color, Geoff & Drew’s Wine Company, The Pink Elephant, Food for Thought Catering, and Cliffhanger Productions.

PHOTO CAPTIONS:#1 - Alonzo & Tracy Mourning alongside Lenora, John and Cory Klein#2 - Alonzo celebrates RESILIENCE#3 - Sheilagh Cirillo helps auction off the sought after Birkin bag

RESILIENCE CURRENTLY

AVAILABLE ATAMAZON.COM

19 20NEWS

SEPTEMBER 27, 2008 | Alonzo and Tracy visited college campuses all over the State of Florida this September to encourage students to register to vote. They spoke with students at Florida International University, Florida Memorial University and the University of Central Florida, about the importance of young adults registering to vote to make their voices heard this upcoming election.

In addition, Alonzo and basketball Hall of Famer Patrick Ewing conducted a voter registration rally in Lauderhill, Florida, on September 27th, 2008, to also encourage people to register and vote in November’s election.

For more information and to Register to Vote, please contact the Florida Division of Elections at www.election.dos.state.fl.us/voter-registration/voter-reg.shtml

SEPTEMBER 2008 | Alonzo, who is also the Founder of Zo’s Fund for Life, is the new spokesman for the Miami Transplant Institute at Jackson Memorial Hospital and the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. There is not a better person in the community who knows firsthand that transplantation saves lives and now, in this new role, Alonzo will lend his voice and influence to build the Miami Transplant Institute into a world leader in clinical care and research.

As many of you know, Alonzo was diagnosed with focal glomerulosclerosis, a rare genetic kidney disease, during a routine pre-season team physical in September 2000. The diagnosis was made shortly after Alonzo played on the gold medal USA Olympic basketball team, also in 2000. After battling the disease with medications for three years, he finally underwent a successful kidney transplant in December 2003. Mourning eventually returned to professional basketball and with his teammates won the 2006 League Championship.

Alonzo will lead the charge for state-of-the-art care for the Institutes patients and breakthrough research that could one day eliminate the need for lifelong anti-rejection drugs. He will help to create more awareness for transplantation

and help play a key role in getting more people to consider becoming an organ donor.

Jackson Memorial Hospital is the only hospital in South Florida to perform every type of solid organ transplant. Started in 1979, the transplant program has grown into one of the largest and most comprehensive transplant centers anywhere in the world. Led by Dr. Tzakis, a pioneering surgeon in the field of transplantation, the Miami Transplant Institute performs more than 500 procedures every year. The surgeons perform dozens of kidney, liver, heart and pancreas transplants, as well as more than half of the world’s complex multi visceral transplants. The institute is ranked fifth in the nation among top transplant programs.

For more information on Zo’s Fund for Life visit www.zosfundforlife.org

PHOTO CAPTION:#1 - Mr. Marvin O’Quinn, CEO of Jackson Health System, Dean Pascal Goldschmidt, Dean of University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Alonzo Mourning, and Dr. Andrew Tzakis, Director of Miami Transplant Institute

ALONZO IS NEW SPOKESPERSON FOR THE MIAMI TRANSPLANT INSTITUTE

ALONZO AND TRACY ENCOURAGE FLORIDIANS TO GET TO THE POLLS BY CAIT GENEREUSE | FIVE BENEFITS CHARITY PROVIDES

Giving to charity benefits yourself as much or more than it benefits those to whom you give. That reason alone should be sufficient to justify starting now. If you need more convincing, read on: 1. Giving to a charity helps make our communities better places to live by helping to provide goods and services to people who might not otherwise have access to them. When we raise the standard of living for the least able among us, we raise our own standard of living in turn. 2. What motivates you more: Having stuff or feeling good? If you chose the latter, you’re not alone. Many have found over centuries of recorded history that their ultimate satisfaction came from helping those in need. 3. Those who witness our giving are reminded that we are all interdependent on one another for our care and well-being. That reminder can have a viral effect and motivate countless others to follow your example. 4. At the very least, your gifts to charity will be rewarded, in part, by the government in the form of a reduced tax liability. Business owners can especially benefit from this if they give through their businesses. 5. Some believe that what they give to the world is returned to them threefold, sevenfold, or even tenfold! Their experiences bear out their beliefs. The only way you’ll find out is to start. Any gift to a charity is better than no gift. Start at a level you’re comfortable with now. Increase if, or more likely when, you feel able and willing to. Look at what your generosity does for others, and also observe the good that it does for you.

THE BENEFITS OF GIVING TO CHARITY

21 22HONEY SHINE STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS

2008-2009 | The Honey Shine Mentoring Program would like to acknowledge its incoming 2008-2009 Honey Shine Steering Committee. These great women are charged with ensuring our mission to encourage the balance of mind, body and soul of girls and women by providing nurturing experiences that enlighten their paths and empower their future.

MEMBERSNorma Jean AbrahamAmy DeutchDottie FauerbachMirta FuentesRhonda JohnsonLisa JosephDaniela Kohl-ZapataTracy Wilson MourningAyana O’RandCarla PennShari RochesterMarjorie SchultzNadine ValmeYolanda WashingtonKim Wood SUB-COMMITTEE CHAIRSWorkshop Chair – Nadine ValmeCamp Chair – Norma Jean AbrahamLady Bug Chair – Kim WoodExpansion Chair – Carla PennHats Off Luncheon Chair – Yolanda Washington Hats Off Luncheon Co-chair – Rhonda Johnson

HONEY SHINE MENTORING PROGRAM 2008 CORPORATE PARTNERS

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BENEFITING:

MEET THE NEW STAFF

LISA JOSEPH | DEVELOPMENT DIRECTORLisa Joseph is a ten-year veteran of public and community relations as well as marketing/promotions. She has vast experience in a wide range of PR and marketing disciplines, including but not limited to consumer, event, non-profi t and sports marketing. Lisa was a part of the AMC family from 1998 – 2003 serving as the Director of PR and Event Marketing. With the opening of the Overtown Youth Center, Lisa took on the role of Development Director assuming day-to-day management of fundraising, donor cultivation, and marketing from 2003 – 2008.

She recently rejoined the AMC in September 2008 as Development Director to expand the foundations’ strategic fundraising initiatives and development structure, as well as building alliances with local and national corporations and foundations.

Lisa has earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication from the University of Miami and a Master’s degree in Communication from Florida International University. Lisa was born in New York City and was raised in Miami.

ANNA FORTES | ACCOUNTANTBuilding a career in the fi nance fi eld since 1998, Anna strengths lye in internal auditing, budget analysis and ensuring non-profi t compliance with local and federal grants. Not only is she committed to the mission of Alonzo Mourning Charities, but also has a special interest in volunteering her personal time for the benefi t of the elderly. With attention to detail as her strong character trait she will help ensure fi scal responsibility.

NILE PATRICK | COMMUNITY RELATIONS COORDINATORBorn and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Nile attended Morgan State University on a full basketball scholarship before transferring to Bowie State University, where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism in 2005. In the summer of 2006, Nile acquired an internship position at Alonzo Mourning Charities within the Public Relations/Marketing Department. Soon thereafter, he was hired as a Development Specialist at the Overtown Youth Center assisting with grants, volunteers and event production. Now as the Community Relations Coordinator at Alonzo Mourning Charities, Nile will spearhead various community projects and partnerships, the volunteers and internship program as well as handle incoming community requests.

HONEY SHINE- 2007-2008PROGRAM ACHIEVEMENTS

WORKSHOPS - 158 girls were served throughout the school year- 16 workshops; 5 fi eld trips occurred - Increased average number of girls per workshop from 54 to 82 girls - A ratio of 4 girls to everyone 1 volunteer during all activities- 2 girls graduated High School and are attending a higher education program

CAMP HONEY SHINE - Increased length of program from 3 weeks to 4 weeks- Increased in the number of girls served from 75 to 85 girls- All participants improved their swimming skills- Created a Career and Education curriculum for the High School participants

NEW INITIATIVES I VOLUNTEER PROGRAMThis school year we have introduced our “new” volunteer program. All volunteers working with our Honey Bugs must attend a volunteer orientation to be acquainted with all rules and regulations of Honey Shine.

COMMITTEESWe are pleased to announce a new sub-committee for Honey Shine- the “Expansion” committee. This year we will be working diligently to develop the plan to implement chapters of Honey Shine throughout Florida and the country.

2901 Florida Avenue, Suite 806Coconut Grove, Florida 33133

Phone: (305) 476-0095Fax: (305) 476-0096

www.amcharities.org

2008-2009 UPCOMING EVENTS

JANUARY NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH

JANUARY 22 ZO’S KING PIN CLASSIC

MIAMI BEACH, FL

FEBRUARY 12 ZO’S 8-BALL CHALLENGE

PHOENIX, AZ

FEBRUARY 9-15 RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS WEEK

APRIL 19-25 NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK

APRIL 28 HONEY SHINE MENTORING PROGRAM

“HAT’S OFF” LUNCHEON

MIAMI, FL

JULY 8-12 THE SUMMER GROOVE

HOSTED BY ZO & D. WADE

MIAMI, FL

AUGUST 17 ZO’S MILLION DOLLAR SHOOTOUT

NEW YORK

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