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August 5, 2009
CII Hosts Poker for A Cause
Award-winning actress Camryn Manheim hosted event
Los Angeles, CA: The cards were flying and celebrities were playing as Emmy and Golden Globe Award-winning actress Camryn Manheim hosted Children’s Institute’s First Annual Celebrity Poker Tournament on October 17, at the Commerce Casino in Los Angeles. World Series of Poker Champion Jamie Gold and pro poker player Alex Outhred were emcees for the event, which raised more than $80,000 to benefit children who have been traumatized by violence, abuse and neglect.
The $5,000 top prize went to actor Tuc Watkins, who donated $1,000 of it back to Children’s Institute. Other celebrities who supported the tournament included Brandon Beemer, Michael Bower, Jose Canseco, Ken Davitian, Tony Denison, Joely Fisher, Jennie Garth, Nicholas Gonzales, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Cheryl Hines, Jamie Kennedy, Ricki Lake, Chad Lowe, Kevin Nealon, Cheri Oteri, Mekhi Phifer, Kevin Rahm, Mimi Rogers, Sara Rue, Alison Sweeney, Greg Vaughn, Jay Wilkison and Rick Yune.
“I’m thrilled that the Tournament was so successful and that I had the chance to actively support the incredible work that CII does on behalf of traumatized children, particularly at a time when help is needed more than ever” says Camryn Manheim. “We have a chance to make a significant difference for our most vulnerable children and families.”
Manheim is known primarily for her roles on the two television series, Ghost Whisperer and The Practice, receiving an Emmy as attorney Ellenor Frutt for the latter. She has also made her mark in film by appearing in Happiness, The Laramie Project and An UnfinishedLife.
Children’s Institute, Inc. helps children who have been affected by violence in their homes or communities. Since 1906, CII has served at-risk children and families in some of Los Angeles’ most devastated neighborhoods. CII provides healing and support so that traumatized children can recover and lead healthy lives. We lead children away from tragic outcomes and on a path toward opportunity and achievement.
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