PRESENTING SPONSOR LUGANO DIAMONDS DONATES LIVE AUCTION PACKAGE WITH HIGH BIDDING POTENTIAL FOR BECKSTRAND'S 2011 DIAMOND & PEARL BALL
Owners Moti and Idit Ferder Target Philanthropists and Diamond Lovers with Luxury Israeli Getaway
NEWPORT BEACH, California (September 20, 2011) – Beckstrand Cancer Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to improving and enhancing quality of life for cancer patients and their families, today announced that Lugano Diamonds, the Presenting Sponsor for its upcoming black-tie fundraiser gala The Diamond & Pearl Ball 2011, has made an extraordinary donation. The one-of-a-kind live auction package is generating buzz which will likely lead to very generous bids at the Oct. 22 gala; the proceeds of which will be used to assist financially burdened cancer patients during chemotherapy and radiation treatment.
The winning bidder will have an opportunity to enter the inner sanctum of the diamond industry with an exclusive tour by Moti Ferder at Lugano Diamonds' Bourse and headquarters in historic Tel Aviv, Israel. Once inside, he or she will be instructed on how to make the very first cut on a stunning 1.5 carat VS rough diamond (upgrades available), which will be further sculpted, polished, sent to GIA for certification and named in his or her honor. The beautiful, finished stone will then be set and delivered to the United States. The Tel Aviv experience begins with airfare for two and chauffeured transfers to one of Israel's most luxurious 5-star hotels, with a 6 night, 7 day stay. While in Israel the winning bidder and guest will explore hallowed sites in Jerusalem, relax on the beach in sophisticated Eilat, dine at distinguished restaurants, take in exciting entertainment and enjoy unprecedented access to a visiting dignitary of historical importance.
"We're grateful for the generous support of our friends at Lugano Diamonds, who recognize the relevance of our mission and programs and are doing everything they can to extend assistance to the cancer community," shared Lil Spitzer, Executive Director of Beckstrand Cancer Foundation. "This live auction package truly represents an unforgettable experience in one of the world's most memorable destinations."
To read more about Lugano Diamonds' live auction package and The Diamond & Pearl Ball 2011 – An Evening at Moulin Rouge, or to reserve seating, visit www.diamondandpearlball.com or call 949.955.0099.
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