Hollywood, FL - The Reach for the Stars Foundation, benefiting individuals with cystic fibrosis, held their “Laugh Fest” at the IMPROV Comedy Club located in the Seminole Hardrock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, featuring Broward County’s improv troupe; THEY improv. THEY improv continues their effort at changing the face of comedy in South Florida with their benefit performance for The Reach for the Stars Foundation.

In an evening full of top-notch comedy and participation of sports celebrities, the show raised funds and awareness for The Reach for the Stars Foundation. The Reach for the Stars Foundation is dedicated to providing individuals afflicted with Cystic Fibrosis and their families with the resources, knowledge and support necessary to manage their unrelenting battle with this insidious disease. Cystic Fibrosis is not only physically debilitating, but carries a heavy financial and psychological burden for families.

"The symbolism of reaching for the stars is not lost on us," said THEY improv Director Todd Rice. "It's about hope. Hope for a cure, hope for a brighter future, and a hope for a tomorrow. The Reach for the Stars Foundation brings hope to so many. Helping them to help others is the least we can do."

The Reach for the Stars Foundation is devoted to improving the quality of life for these afflicted individuals as they await the cure, and to help ease the burden of the families as they engage in their battle with CF: a battle that never ends.

"The Reach for the Stars Foundation does some great work," said THEY Director Todd Rice. "They improv the lives of many people. Helping people out while enjoying a great night of comedy at the same time is an offer people can't refuse. That's what our Comedy With A Cause is all about."

"We are excited about having a great night of comedy to benefit the foundation," said The Reach for The Stars Foundation Director Solange Beaumard. "When people give to us, it's nice for them to receive something in return. Laughter is a great gift."

On top of the laughter and the great time had by all, The Foundation received 100% of the ticket price sales. THEY improv definitely brought out the Stars to Benefit The Reach for the Stars Foundation! Special thanks to THEY improv and the IMPROV Comedy Club Staff.

Aventura, FL - The Reach for the Stars Foundation, benefiting individuals with cystic fibrosis, held its very first event at BICE Ristorante in the beautiful Le Meridien Sunny Isles Beach Condo Hotel located at 18683 Collins Avenue in Sunny Isles Beach Florida.

Everything about the event was amazing! From the courteous staff, absolutely delicious food and the tasteful signature cocktails featuring Blavod Black Vodka. There was phenomenal live music by Cary Zinkin, wonderful raffle prizes and complimentary massages provided by the Le Meriden Spa. Le Meridien and BICE Ristorante graciously hosted the event and The Foundation received 100% of the ticket price sales. Even the weather did not stop guests from attending. Board members, long time sponsors and donors and enthusiastic new comers all came to enjoy the remarkable evening. A wonderful first time event!

THE FLAMINGO SOUTH BEACH & EATS PRESENTS:
The 1ST Annual “Grill your EATS Challenge”
July 14, 2007
TO BENEFIT THE REACH FOR THE STARS FOUNDATION

FRESH MARKET GALA
May 8, 2007
TO BENEFIT THE REACH FOR THE STARS FOUNDATION

Fort Lauderdale, FL - The Reach for the Stars Foundation, benefiting individuals with cystic fibrosis, kicked off its fifth annual Stars 4 Stars weekend, featuring the Jay Fiedler Celebrity Golf Classic, on Friday April 20th at the Woodlands Country Club Golf Course in Fort Lauderdale.

More then 150 people hit the links at the event, with “790 The Ticket” sports radio broadcasting live from the golf course. They were joined by current Miami Dolphin star Vonnie Holiday, former Dolphin quarterback Jay Fiedler, former Dolphin great Nat Moore, NFL great Robert Smith, baseball legend Jim Leyritz, Super-bowl Champion Colt Jason David and many others.

The next day, the Fifth annual VIP Celebrity Gala was held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood. The star studded celebration was hosted by Jay Fiedler, co-founder of The Reach for the Stars Foundation and Lisa Petrillo from WFOR-CBS4, also featuring renowned comedian Tommy Davidson, performing artist Michael Israel and radio show personality John “Footy” Kross. There were also featured appearances by figure skating champion Emily Hughes and Deal or No Deal model #10, Anya.

The stars came out in full force on Saturday night for the VIP Celebrity Gala & Auction. Over 400 people attended the star-studded event, which was glittered with food, music, live performances, presentations and dancing. The evening also featured a silent and live auction, with items such as original artwork created that evening by Michael Israel, an ESPN/Super Bowl package, adorable miniature Maltese and Yorkshire puppies, and a fun-filled New York Yankees package, all to help raise money for The Reach for the Stars Foundation.

This year’s Allison Bine Spirit Award was presented to Joy Heinsohn of Boca Raton, a 31-year old cystic fibrosis survivor.

The real highlight of the night was when 15 -year old cystic fibrosis survivor, Ellie Levy, whose parents Brian and Stacey created the Foundation, took the stage and wowed the audience with an emotional rendition of “When you Wish Upon a Star”, receiving a standing ovation from over 400 guests in the grand ballroom.

The weekend events raised over $200,000 to help those in need who are affected by cystic fibrosis. That money will be used to improve the quality-of-life for CF children, individuals and families.

Stars for Stars Weekend was sponsored by the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Southern Wine & Spirits, Hilcraft engraving & printing, SWANK Audiovisual, and Mercedes-Benz of North Miami, among other sponsors and donors.

Boca Raton, FL (March 17th, 2007) - The Reach for the Stars Foundation, benefiting Individuals with Cystic Fibrosis, held its 2nd Annual “Walk under the Stars” Boca Walk-a-thon. The event was held on St. Patrick’s Day this year, March 17th, 2007 at the beautiful Mizner Park Amphitheater in Boca Raton, Florida.

The walk was approximately 3 miles around Mizner Park and downtown Boca Raton. The Boca Raton High School Drum Line kicked off the walk with food provided by JD’s Java Cafe, live music performed by “Mid Life Crysis”, a fantastic kid’s corner complete with a Bounce House, Fast pitch, Cotton Candy and Snow Cones courtesy of Melanie Moskow, Face painting, amazing donated raffle prizes and so much more!!

Jay Fiedler along with other NFL players were present to partake in the days activities.

The official “after-party” of the Walk-a-thon was hosted by Mizner Parks very own Dubliners Irish Pub. Products such as; Xellent Swiss Vodka, Peroni Beer and Pilsner Urquell were donated by the Tiffany Group and all the proceeds sold benefited The Reach for the Stars Foundation.

We had over 200 walkers, great sponsors and support from our committee and volunteer groups! What an amazing day! Thanks to everyone that came out!

HOLLYWOOD, FL (April 5, 2006) – The Reach for the Stars Foundation hosted its 4th Annual Stars 4 Stars Weekend April 1st through 3rd, raising over $200,000 to benefit individuals with Cystic Fibrosis.

The Stars 4 Stars Weekend began on Saturday, April 1st with the VIP Celebrity Gala and Auction. Sponsored and hosted by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in their luxurious Ballroom, the formal affair included a cocktail hour; dinner; live and silent auctions that included items such as a Super Bowl XLI package, a ride in the Goodyear Blimp a trip to the 2007 Grammy Awards and adorable little puppies! Hosted by WFOR CBS4’s Jill Martin, guests including former Miami Dolphins’ quarterback Jay Fiedler, actor Isaac Singleton, Jr. (Pirates of the Caribbean) and Miami Dolphins star, Vonnie Holliday, along with former and current Miami Hurricanes running backs, Donyell Bennett and Quadtrine Hill, enjoyed a comedic performance by accomplished singer, impressionist, and humorist, ROY FIRESTONE, winner of seven Emmy® Awards and seven Cable ACE Awards.

The Star 4 Stars Weekend continued on Monday, April 3rd with the Jay Fiedler Golf Classic sponsored by Capital Real Estate Group. The golf classic was hosted for the second consecutive year by The Club at Emerald Hills in Hollywood, Florida, consistently ranked as a top course to play by Golf Digest, ESPN, and Zagat Survey. In addition to raising both money and awareness for the cause, the event included 22 foursomes, a full breakfast buffet, grilling on the green by Morton’s, The Steakhouse of North Miami featuring petite Filet Mignon Sandwiches and Godiva Brownies and samplers supplied by La Spada Subs of Davie and Dave & Busters. A beautiful day of golfing with celebrities and NFL Stars was followed by an awards banquet, where team trophies and individual prizes were awarded. Additional Sponsors include: Southern Wine and Spirits and Swank Audio and Visual. Celebrity golfers included actor Isaac Singleton, Jr., former Miami Dolphin Jay Fiedler and Miami Dolphin Defensive End Vonnie Holliday and baseball legend Jim Leyritz along with many others.

4th ANNUAL "STARS 4 STARS" WEEKEND KICKS-OFF
WITH VIP MEET AND GREET AT MICHAEL'S KITCHEN

R4Stars' Stacey Levy, Honey Revitz and Doris Porter

Officially kicking-off the 4th Annual Stars 4 Stars Weekend, the Reach for the Stars Foundation To Benefit Individuals with Cystic Fibrosis, hosted a VIP Meet & Greet at Michael's Kitchen in Hollywood, FL., on February 27th, to launch this year's Stars 4 Stars Weekend, which includes the VIP Celebrity Gala and Auction at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on April 1st, followed by the Capital Real Estate Group - Jay Fiedler Celebrity Golf Classic at The Club at Emerald Hills on April 3rd.

Dolphins' Vonnie Holliday with CREG Sponsor's, Joel Feinberg & Kurt Murphy

Honoring 14 year-old Ellie Levy, daughter of The Reach for the Stars Foundation co-founders Brian and Stacey Levy, who is afflicted with CF and Sandra Regan who is defying all odds, surviving with CF into her adult life, the star-studded celebration, hosted by NFL star quarterback, Jay Fiedler; Miami Dolphins' Vonnie Holliday; and WFOR 4's Jill Martin and Lisa Petrillo, drew more than 75 supporters, including title sponsor Joel Feinberg and Kurt Murphy of Capital Real Estate Group, as well as NFL Players and Alumni such as Bobby Hamilton (Oakland Raiders), Sage Rosenfels (former Miami Dolphin), Quadtrine Hill

(University of Miami / NFL draft), Thomas Johnson (Dallas Cowboys) and many collegiate football stars training for the NFL Draft.

R4Star's Brian Levy and Sandra Regan	WFOR CBS4's Jill Martin with Ellie Levy	WFOR CBS4's Lisa Petrillo interviews Vonnie Holliday and Quadtrine Hill

Officially opening The Stars 4 Stars Weekend on Saturday, April 1st at 7:00pm is the VIP Celebrity Gala and Auction. Sponsored and hosted by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in their luxurious Ballroom, the formal affair will include a cocktail hour, dinner, live and silent auctions, raffles, DJ and comedic performance by accomplished singer, impressionist, and humorist, ROY FIRESTONE, winner of seven Emmy® Awards and seven Cable ACE Awards. Dedicated to providing the resources, knowledge and support necessary to manage individuals with Cystic Fibrosis, all proceeds will be donated to the Reach for the Stars Foundation To Benefit Individuals with Cystic Fibrosis.

Michael Yavner, Chef Michael Blum, Vonnie Holliday, Jay Fiedler & Quadtrine Hill

Raiders Bobby Hamilton with Event Chair Adam Steinberg

The Stars 4 Stars Weekend continues on Monday, April 3rd with the Jay Fiedler Golf Classic, sponsored by Capital Real Estate Group and hosted for the second consecutive year by The Club at Emerald Hills in Hollywood, Florida, consistently ranked as a top course to play by Golf Digest, ESPN, and Zagat Survey. In addition to raising both money and awareness for the cause, the event will include 32 foursomes, full breakfast buffet, grilling on the green by Morton's, The Steakhouse of North Miami featuring petite Filet Mignon Sandwiches, as well as an awards banquet following the match, where team and individual awards prizes will be awarded. Registration begins at 8:00am and the tournament will commence with a shotgun start promptly at 9:30am. Additional Sponsors include: Southern Wine and Spirits and Swank Audio and Visual.

Our Host, Chef Michael Blum (Front Center) with 2006 Stars 4 Stars Weekend Committee Members

BOCA RATON, FL (May 6^th, 2006) – The Reach for the Stars Foundation hosted its 1st Annual Walk Under the Stars, raising over $33,000 to benefit individuals with Cystic Fibrosis.

   For a first year event the response and turnout was   overwhelming. We had over 200 walkers, great sponsors and support from our committee and volunteer groups.  

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Michael's Kitchen Grand Opening Extravaganza

Please join us for a tasteful evening with just the right amount of sizzle. The Reach for the Stars Foundation is hosting an outdoor grilling extravaganza with cocktails, food and fun to benefit individuals afflicted with Cystic Fibrosis.

Monday, May 9, 2005
6 pm - 10 pm

Michael's Kitchen
2000 Harrison Street, Hollywood, FL 33021

Cocktails, wine, fun and food and Michael's Specialties
$100 per person

To RSVP, or for more information, please call 305-865-5589.

April 30th, 2005 - The Reach for the Stars Foundation Sponsors
3rd Annual Cystic Fibrosis Education Day

Some of the country's leading authorities on Cystic Fibrosis came together on Saturday, April 30th for The Reach for the Stars Foundation's 3rd Annual Cystic Fibrosis Education Day. Held at the Sea View Hotel in Bal Harbour, CF individuals, family members and caregivers listened to seven experts speak on topics including research, nutrition, transitions and emotional issues.

The day began with Dr. Michael Light, the CF Center Director at the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital speaking about the past, present and future of CF research. His lecture addressed different theories on airway clearance techniques, how treatments have improved and the latest research involving stem cell research and CF. Following Dr. Light was Dr. Joan Germana, CF Center Director at Long Island Jewish Medical Center (NY), who spoke on the nutritional needs of CF individuals. She stressed the importance of proper nutrition, vitamins, minerals and enzymes.

Dr. Julie Biller, Director of the Adult Cystic Fibrosis Center at the Medical College of Wisconsin, gave a two-part lecture on transitions in CF and pregnancy. She began her presentation by discussing how the myths and realities of moving from childhood to adolescence to adult care and then moved on to the issues CF women face when trying to get pregnant and during pregnancy. The morning concluded with a presentation on lung transplantation by Dr. Albert Faro, CF Center Director at Shands Hospital at The University of Florida. Dr. Faro's lecture captured the audience's attention as he shared with them the latest statistics, procedures, systems and results.

Dr. Henry Dorkin, director of the Joey O'Connell CF Center and Clinical Director of the Pediatric Pulmonary unit at Massachusetts General Hospital, began the afternoon session. Dr. Dorkin, recognized as one of the country's leading authorities in CF research, spoke about the latest research advances being made by the CF Foundation, including new drugs and therapies. He was followed by Pat Stauber, a South Florida social worker, who spoke about emotional issues individuals and families face when dealing with a life-threatening illness. Dr. Mark Shikowitz, an otolaryngology specialist from Long Island Jewish Medical Center (NY), presented next. He gave a highly informative presentation on sinus surgery, a common procedure for CF individuals.

The day concluded with a panel discussion featuring all seven presenters. Audience members were able to ask any CF-related questions and took advantage of the opportunity of having some of the foremost authorities on a number of topics. All seven speakers were addressed and received rave reviews from the audience. Participants called the day "informative," "excellent," and "an enjoyable day of information."

Said Reach for the Stars Foundation CEO Brian Levy, "We are proud to be able to bring in some of the country's leading experts in many CF fields and give local CF individuals, families and caretakers the chance to learn from them. Education is a big part of our mission. We hope that our Education Day provides a unique forum for everyone associated with CF to arm themselves with the information they need to fight the battle against this disease."

The speakers' presentations are available either on disk (must have Power Point) or as a printed hard copy. For information on how to order, please contact the Reach for the Stars Foundation at 305-865-5588.

April 15-17, 2005 - JAY FIEDLER'S 3RD ANNUAL 'STARS 4 STARS WEEKEND' RAISES OVER $200,000 TO BENEFIT INDIVIDUALS WITH CYSTIC FIBROSIS

All Proceeds Benefit The Reach for the Stars Foundation

HOLLYWOOD, FL (April 18, 2005) - The Reach for the Stars Foundation Benefiting Individuals with Cystic Fibrosis, hosted its 3rd annual Stars 4 Stars Weekend on April 15-17, 2005 raising more than $200,000. With the help of former Miami Dolphin Jay Fiedler, the weekend's charitable fundraisers included the Jay Fiedler Golf Classic, VIP Celebrity Gala and Auction as well as its inaugural Charity Poker Tournament.

Sponsored by Capital Real Estate Group, the Jay Fiedler Golf Classic kicked-off the charitable weekend on Friday April 15th at The Club at Emerald Hills in Hollywood, Florida to help raise money and awareness for the cause. Featuring 32 foursomes, a breakfast buffet, grilling on the green by Morton's, The Steakhouse, featuring petite Filet Mignon Sandwiches, Large Shrimp from Michael's Kitchen, delicious creations by Michael Schatz and Cold Stone Creamery and a dinner reception following the match, the tournament drew sports celebrities such as Jose Canseco, NFL alumnus Cornelius Bennett and Garo Yepremian, Current NFL Players Olindo Mare, Rob Conrad, Bobby Hamilton and more were on hand to support the charity.

The Stars 4 Stars Weekend continued on Saturday, April 16th with the VIP Celebrity Gala and Auction. Sponsored and hosted by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, the black-tie affair included a cocktail hour, dinner, live and silent auctions, raffles, a band and comedians. Emceed by Lisa Petrillo of CBS Channel 4 and John Salley of The Best Damn Sports Show and attended by Adam Gaynor of Matchbox 20 fame and a large amount of NFL players and alumni, the auction featured a variety of autographed memorabilia including Shaquile O'neal's game shoes, which bid for more than $4,000.00, a 1972 Dolphins autographed helmet, Miami Heat autographed game ball and an Elton John Guitar. The evening's largest bids, however, went to two surprise NY Jets v.s. Miami Dolphins home and away game packages, which sold for $12,000 each.

New to the Stars 4 Stars weekend this year was the Charity Poker Tournament, which was held on Sunday, April 17th at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino's Bingo Hall. In recognition of the tremendous growing interest in poker, the Texas Hold'em-style tournament accommodated over 100 entrants with a buy-in of $250 seat. Playing with cards donated by Pit Bull Energy Drink and chips by Bradford Cohen of Apprentice Season 2, the final table consisted of nine players full of excitement. Natasha Haas won the tournament, earning her a $10,000 seat at the World Series of Poker Tournament in Las Vegas.

Dedicated to providing the resources, knowledge and support necessary to manage individuals afflicted with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), The Reach for the Stars Foundation, a not-for-profit organization, works to alleviate the myriad of devastating consequences suffered by those with CF and their families. The Foundation is devoted to bridging the gap between living with CF and finding a cure by offering assistance and helping to improve the quality of life. Brian and Stacey Levy, whose 13-year-old daughter Ellie suffers from the disease, created the foundation with the help of their good friend, former Miami Dolphins' quarterback Jay Fiedler.

April 15-17, 2005 3rd Annual STARS 4 STARS WEEKEND
It was that time a year again for the "Can't Miss Event of the Year," Stars 4 Stars Weekend. This year Stars 4 Stars started on Friday, April 15th with the Jay Fiedler Golf Classic presented by Capital Real Estate Group (CREG) at The Club at Emerald Hills. The amazing VIP Celebrity Gala and Auction followed on Saturday, April 16th at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. This event was once again a weekend to remember.

February 17th, 2005 Reach for the Stars Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction
The Reach for the Stars Foundation hosted its first Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction on February 17, 2005 at Sloppy Joe's at Beach Place in Fort Lauderdale. Tickets were presold for $25 and $30 at the door. This included two free Kettle One drinks, appetizers and night full of fun and bidding on love. More information will follow soon on the exciting bachelors and bachelorettes as well as the great dates that went with them.

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