......G.I.F.T........ (Gay Interest Films Team).............. "...we are plucking a local strand in the web..."
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. . THE EVENT . .
AIDS WALK 2009
Support G.I.F.T. on a Two Mile Stroll Through Palm Springs Beautiful and Historic "Movie Colony", the Neighborhood of the "Stars" Benefiting . .
>Desert AIDS Project
The economic challenges facing the men, women and children, our friends, family members and neighbors impacted by HIV/AIDS in California's Coachella Valley and the Desert AIDS Project which supports them are "local" but their "need" is universal.
We are "plucking" a local strand in the "web" that invariably connects us all with a message of that need.
Let’s see how clear and far the vibration of this strand resonates out through the "web". Walking with us virtually you can help and you don't even need to leave your desk or work up a sweat!
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Secure + Fast + Simple
To make your donation go directly to the G.I.F.T. Fundraising Page at the firstgiving.com site.and click on the
. . link at the top of that page to make your donation.
Here are some suggested pledge levels that hopefully fit the resources and ability to give of all potential supporters. From a minimum Pledge Donation of. . .
✓ $2 ..(Only a dollar a mile!)
or an amount of your own choosing * *
Donating through the firstgiving website is totally secure, simple and fast. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to the G.I.F.T. Fund Raising efforts and to assure that all donations are promptly credited to the Desert AIDS Project and that you immediately receive a tax receipt for your donation .
Once again go directly to the G.I.F.T. Fundraising Page at the firstgiving.com site.and click on the
. . link at the top of that page to make your donation.
Action inspires action so please forward this to your families, friends, neighbors, personal and business associates and encourage them to join us in this important endeavor to support the Desert AIDS Project with a donation.
Worldwide Visa, Mastercard, Discover & American Express Credit Cards are gratefully accepted for both U.S. and International donations. International credit card donations are converted into US dollars.
Thanks and Cheers from the Team,
Eban, Robert, Drew & Sweet Pea
. . THE WALK . .
. . SOME OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD
"DIGS" . .
Architectural Gem... Built by Roy Fey in 1960, Tony Curtis & Janet Leigh affectionately nicknamed their home "Camp Curtis". This gated & private 3,204 sq ft home is on a 1/3 acre lot and is located in the Movie Colony neighborhood of Palm Springs. Post and beam construction with stunning architectural elements and magnificent use of glass allow this home to boast amazing mountain views.
Farmhouse
This Movie Colony home boasts 5 fireplaces, guest wings, a studio and two driveways. There are not many of these 1920s Spanish-style homes left in Palm Springs so they are a precious piece of the area’s history. Wood floors, generous use of tile and exposed ceiling beams all add to the period feel of the home.
Retreat
Marilyn Monroe's
Hide-a-Way
The hacienda is surrounded by stucco walls, lush with fruit trees and greenery and vast lawns, behind which the San Jacinto Mountains rise. The terra cotta roofing tiles add to the warmth of the home. The tower bedroom complete with a small baclony is the room which is rumored to have been provided to Marilyn Monroe as her own discreet and private hideaway.
Frank & Nancy Sinatra's
Twin Palm Estate
Twin Palms Estate is located just around the corner from residences once owned by Al Jolson, Jack Benny and Cary Grant. This luxury vacation rental estate boasts both luxury and historical and architectural significance.
If these walls could talk… indeed, the 4,500 square foot home was host to some of the valley’s most glamorous parties with Hollywood’s brightest stars, including Bob Hope, Joan Crawford, Phil Silvers, Mary Livingston, George Burns, Gracie Allen, and even the reclusive Greta Garbo.
The home was also witness to some of Sinatra’s most memorable bouts. One of the most outrageous was when Frank threw then-wife Ava Gardner’s possessions onto the driveway after she appeared at the house in an attempt to catch him with Lana Turner. The chip is still in the sink where Frank, while in a rage, threw a bottle.
An authentic 1934 hacienda was originally the "bunkhouse" to the famed Darryl Zanuck estate, which remains untouched across the street. Nearly every movie star of the silver screen era has passed through the gates of this historic property to claim a horse to play on the polo field that is now the quiet street of Olivos. The estate was later acquired by the Ripley family as their weekend retreat and then by Mae Questel, the voice of Betty Boop and Olive Oil, who is fondly remembered for the legendary parties which she hosted.
Film Clip: "Revivals AIDS WALK Television Promo Clip"
Donations accepted include clothing, vehicles, furniture and housewares.
Donations are tax deductible.
All proceeds benefit Desert AIDS Project.
Sponsor G.I.F.T. in AIDS WALK 2009 with a Donation Now!
To make your donation go directly to the G.I.F.T. Fundraising Page at firstgiving.com
and click on the . . . . .
link which is located at the top of the G.I.F.T. Fundraising Page at that site.
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