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| David Rice & Jimmy Kimmel |
Acclaimed
TV personality and longtime Las Vegas resident, Jimmy Kimmel, partnered with
University of Las Vegas, Nevada Runnin’ Rebels Head Coach Dave Rice and his
wife, Mindy, to host the third annual “An Evening with Dave Rice” gala May 17th
inside the MGM Grand Conference Center. The upscale event benefitted the Dave
Rice Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the education and
support of health initiatives including developmental disorders such as Autism
and other charitable causes throughout Southern Nevada
Kimmel,
an avid UNLV hoops fan, entertained guests throughout the night with his
celebrated quick-witted humor and crowd interaction. Dave and Mindy Rice, along
with former UNLV athletic director of communications, D.J. Allen, each made
emotional presentations sharing their personal stories relating to Autism.
Notable guests included former UNLV basketball star Stacey Augmon and former
NBA star Jerome “Junkyard Dog” Williams, among others.
Nationally
recognized speed painter, Tim Decker, performed live creating massive works of
canvas art in mere minutes, including depictions of Frank Sinatra and the
Statue of Liberty. Both paintings were sold in an exciting live auction, which
also featured a backstage pass to “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” golf packages with Coach
Dave Rice and an all-inclusive trip with the Runnin’ Rebels when the team
travels to play the Kansas Jayhawks in January.
A
highlight of the night came when Decker introduced a portrait of Kimmel into
the auction, with the bidding starting at $2,500. Kimmel, encouraged by the
crowd, proceeded to outbid himself on stage until purchasing the masterpiece
for $10,000, all of which directly benefits the Dave Rice Foundation.
Dave
and Mindy Rice ended the evening by presenting the Kenny Guinn Award for
Commitment to Community to Dr. Nicole Cavanagh, clinical director for Touro
University Nevada. Kimmel also received a customized UNLV basketball jersey
from Coach Rice and his family.
The
successful evening featured a celebrity red carpet meet-and-greet, posh
cocktail reception and gourmet three-course dinner and drinks. Guests were also
able to bid on a variety of top-line silent auction items including restaurant
certificates, hotel packages and signed sports and entertainment memorabilia
from Muhammad Ali, Michael Jackson, Bryce Harper, Kimmel and others.
About
The Dave Rice Foundation:
The
Dave Rice Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the
education and support of health initiatives including developmental disorders
such as Autism and other charitable causes throughout Southern Nevada. The
Foundation was established in 2012 by UNLV Runnin’ Rebels Head Basketball Coach
Dave Rice and his wife, Mindy. More information may be found atwww.davericefoundation.org.
About
Jimmy Kimmel:
Jimmy
Kimmel serves as host and executive producer of the Emmy-winning "Jimmy
Kimmel Live," ABC's longest-running late-night talk show. Now in its eleventh season, "JKL"
produces the most popular comedy bits in late night and features a diverse
lineup of guests including actors, musicians, athletes, comedians, authors,
politicians, newsmakers and the occasional random weirdo. Kimmel's monologue skewers pop culture and
up-to-the minute news. "JKL" airs weeknights at 11:35/10:35 CT,
broadcasting from Disney's El Capitan Entertainment Center in Hollywood.
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