SHORT HILLS, NJ – December 11, 2009 – New York Jets Star Safety Kerry Rhodes and the acclaimed Jimmy Choo brand collaborate to present celebrities and VIP’s with an exclusive holiday shopping experience in honor of the Kerry RHODES Foundation. On Tuesday, December 15, 2009 the Jimmy Choo location, The Mall at Short Hills will close its doors to customers and welcome an INVITE ONLY crowd to mix and mingle to great tunes spun by Power 105’s DJ Kut, enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres provided by David Ellis Catering and Jimmy Choo and Kerry Rhodes specialty drinks all while shopping the new 2010 Cruise Collection. This special night will be hosted by Kerry Rhodes and Miss USA Kristen Dalton.

A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to the Kerry RHODES Foundation.

Event Sponsors Include: Jimmy Choo, Kerry RHODES Foundation, David Ellis Catering, Nuvo and Ciroc Vodka.

Confirmed Celebrities Include: Lamman Rucker (Actor), Miss USA Kristen Dalton, NY Jets & NY Giants, Wendy Williams and many others.

Schedule of Events:

Ø Tuesday | December 15, 2009 | 7:00pm – 10:00pm | Jimmy Choo & Kerry Rhodes Holiday Shopping Mixer Jimmy Choo Store | The Mall at Short Hills | 1200 Morris Turnpike | Short Hills, NJ

ABOUT THE KERRY RHODES FOUNDATION

The Kerry RHODES Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 2006 by NFL New York Jets star Kerry Rhodes. Kerry recognized the importance of inspiring young minds to visualize goals, and the need to provide resources that enable these same young minds to pursue and attain these goals. Mr. Rhodes understands these goals are best achieved through well equipped educational facilities which provide their students with choices, opportunities and inspiration. For this reason, one of the primary missions of the Foundation is to provide high schools located in financially depressed areas with resources, equipment, programs and activities that will assist with the academic, athletic, and social development of their students.

Additionally, Mr. Rhodes understands the importance of acknowledging the bold steps of those remarkable young men and women who dare to take their dreams even further. For this reason, the other primary mission of the Foundation is to provide financial assistance to these high schools to enable them to furnish scholarships to certain talented young men and women for the continuation of their academic careers beyond high school.

ABOUT JIMMY CHOO

Jimmy Choo was launched in 1996 when Tamara Mellon, Accessories Editor at British Vogue realized the potential demand for stylish but wearable shoes and approached Mr. Jimmy Choo, the couture shoe maker based in the East End of London, recognized for his excellent craftsmanship. Tamara partnered with Mr. Jimmy Choo to start the ready-to-wear shoe company and opened the first stand alone boutique on Motcomb Street, London along with a strong wholesale business.

In 1998, Jimmy Choo opened its first boutique in New York followed by Los Angeles in 1999. Sparking an immediate success amongst young Hollywood, Jimmy Choo became synonymous with the “red carpet” shoe of choice and was hailed the lucky charm for Oscar winners such as Cate Blanchett, Halle Berry, Hilary Swank and many other Hollywood actresses.

Today, Jimmy Choo encompasses a complete luxury lifestyle accessory brand with women’s shoes, handbags, small leather goods, sunglasses and eyewear. Its products are available in the growing network of Jimmy Choo freestanding stores as well as in the most prestigious department and specialty stores worldwide. From its original base in the United Kingdom and United States, the Jimmy Choo store network now encompasses over 100 locations in 32 countries.

For more information on the Kerry RHODES Foundation please visit www.KerryRhodes.com.

(press release provided courtesy of Kerry Rhodes)

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On Monday, November 2, 2009 the Kerry Rhodes Foundation “Bowling with the Stars” hosted by Kevin Hart took place at Lucky Strike Lanes & Lounge in the chic Luxe Suite and invaded NY City. Following the lavish black tie dinner at STK, celebrities surged into the Luxe Suite for the Kerry Rhodes Foundation “Bowling with the Stars” event.  The attendees and celebrities began to flow into the venue at 9:30pm and before 11pm the man himself, Kerry Rhodes hit the red carpet and the crowd exploded!

As you entered the Luxe Suite a Kerry Rhodes Foundation logo ice sculptor provided by Ice Miracles greeted you at the entrance.  The room flowed with passed hors d’oeuvres, an open bar with an abundance of corporate and elite attendees for the great atmosphere.  The host for the evening Kevin Hart worked the room and kept people laughing until their face hurt from his constant jokes.  Funk Master Flex heated the event on the 1’s and 2’s as the crowd danced to a mixture of tunes.  Buddy “The Cake Boss” of Carlos Bakery provided an extreme cake which resembled a bowling lane with bowling balls and Kerry Rhodes Foundation bowling pins.

Celebrity attendees hit the red carpet and supported Kerry and his mission to raise money for the education of youth  today.  Celebrities included Adrienne Alexander, Allan Houston (NY Knicks), Bianca Golden (ANTM), Black Buddafly (Singing Group), Braylon Edwards (NY Jets), Briana Bingham (Harlem Heights), Clint Sintim (NY Giants), Danny Clark (NY Giants), Darcy Johnson (NY Giants), Darrelle Revis (NY Jets), Demarco Morgan (Anchorman WNBC NY), DJ Clue, DL Hughley, Dr. Marvell Scott (Sports broadcaster), Egypt, Fonsworth Bentley, Funk Master Flex, Gerris Wilkinson (NY Giants), James Ihedigbo (NY Jets), Jerricho & Mercedes Cotchery (NY Jets), Jessica Brown (Daddy Little Girls), Julissa Bermudez, Justin Miller (NY Jets), Kevin Hart (Comedian), Liris Crosse (Model), Michael Boley (NY Giants), Miguel Perdomo (Supermodel), Mike Hill (ESPN), Mike Muse (Obama campaign), Miles Austin (Dallas Cowboys), Ramses Barden (NY Giants), Sinorice Moss (NY Giants), Stephen A. Smith, Terrell Thomas (NY Giants), Tyson Beckford, Vernon Gholston (NY Jets) Vivica Fox and more.

Photos courtesy of ANadyah Sharieff of Made 2 Design, Johnny Nunez of NuBuzz & Wire Image and Shareif Ziyadat.

At the end of the night as the guests departed the fabulous event, they were treated to large Sean John gift bags filled with special gift items including Sean John ties and I Am King fragrance, Jets paraphernalia, Pastries wristbands, beautiful embroidered beach towels provided by US Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, T-shirts from JASK Clothing, Chayil Candles, Pop Chips and many other items.  It was truly a night to remember!

“Both events were the talk of the town last night,” says Egypt.

Special Thanks to Kerry Rhodes, Mama & Papa Rhodes, TEAM RHODES, Tamiko Thomas and staff (Alex, Andre, Lydia, Akiba, Toni & Aminata), Trevor Julien, Anthony Waller, CC Carnie, Bruce Smith, Francis Cuttita and Todd France for an amazing event.  Buddy “The Cake Boss” from Carlos Bakery, Ice Miracles, Lucky Strike Lanes & Lounge and Bryan & Kat, ANadyah Sharieff of Made 2 Design, Malik Pollard of Sixnetics Inc, Johnny Nunez, Sharief Ziyadat, Gladstone of Kingstone Ent, RaFael Blanco, Good Girl PR staff Natasha, Nickie and Africa for the gift bags items, Lisa Humphrey, Kevin Hart, Nate Smith, Damien Jordan, BJ Coleman, Mr. E and his security staff, Dave “UNK” Huie and the Locker Blogger team and any others who contributed to this successful event.  Also, VERY special thanks to ALL the sponsors and donators who supported the foundation and helped make this event possible.

Event Sponsors Include: Kerry Rhodes Foundation, Correction Officer Benevolent Association, Locker Blogger, Bacardi, Ensight Merchant Services, FAAM, NY Jets, Muscle Milk, Lucky Strike Lanes & Lounge, Smooth Productions and US Limo.

Gift Bag Sponsors: Applebee’s, Atlantic Records, Atlas Painting & Wallcovering, Beats By Dre, Hasbro, Pamela James, Phyto, Sean John, US Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, Under Armour, NY Jets, Pastries, BBraxton, Chayil Candles, Jane Carter Solution, Housekeeper to the Stars, JASK Clothing, Glamorous Chicks and Pop Chips.

ABOUT THE KERRY RHODES FOUNDATION

The Kerry RHODES Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 2006 by NFL New York Jets star Kerry Rhodes. Kerry recognized the importance of inspiring young minds to visualize goals, and the need to provide resources that enable these same young minds to pursue and attain these goals. Mr. Rhodes understands these goals are best achieved through well equipped educational facilities which provide their students with choices, opportunities and inspiration. For this reason, one of the primary missions of the Foundation is to provide high schools located in financially depressed areas with resources, equipment, programs and activities that will assist with the academic, athletic, and social development of their students.

Additionally, Mr. Rhodes understands the importance of acknowledging the bold steps of those remarkable young men and women who dare to take their dreams even further. For this reason, the other primary mission of the Foundation is to provide financial assistance to these high schools to enable them to furnish scholarships to certain talented young men and women for the continuation of their academic careers beyond high school.

To make a donation or any information regarding the Kerry RHODES Foundation please visit www.KerryRhodes.com.

Event photos…

Event recap provided courtesy of Kerry Rhodes.

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NEW YORK, NY (PR Web) October 30, 2009 – Kerry Rhodes will welcome the NFL’s elite, recording artists, actors, actresses, TV and radio personalities and other VIP guests to aid the Kerry RHODES Foundation in raising funds to support educational and financial advancement for our youth.  Kerry will host his 3rd Annual Kerry RHODES Foundation Celebrity Events, Monday, November 2, 2009 in New York, NY.

The festivities include the Kerry RHODES Foundation Black Tie VIP Dinner & Silent Auction followed by the Kerry RHODES Foundation Celebrity Bowling Bash, “Bowling with the Stars.”  The VIP Dinner & Silent Auction will take place at 5 star restaurant, STK, located at 26 Little W 12th St, NY, NY.  The event will be hosted by award winning television sports anchor Dr. Marvell Scott, with music provided by DJ Funky Drummer, and the 2009 NY Jets players such as Bart Scott, Braylon Edwards, Calvin Pace, Darrelle Revis, Dustin Keller, Jay Feely, Mark Sanchez, Vernon Gholston and more, serving as celebrity table hosts!  There will also be a 2 hour premium open bar presented by Ketel One and Diageo with a surprise celebrity bartender.  Following the dinner, attendees will have the option to bid on amazing, one of a kind auction items such as sports memorabilia, luxurious vacation getaways, concert tickets and more, valued at tens of thousands of dollars.  There will also be a special performance by John Legend’s HomeSchool Records Presents Vaughn Anthony.  The Celebrity Bowling Bash, “Bowling with the Stars,” hosted by comedian Kevin Hart and music provided by celebrity DJ Funk Master Flex will take place in the chic Luxe Suite at Lucky Strike, 624-660 W 42nd St, NY, NY.

Event Sponsors Include:  Correction Officer Benevolent Association, Cuttita Law, Diageo, Heineken, Ketel One, Merrill Lynch, Moddell’s, Pamela James Jewelry, Starwood Resorts and Hotels, Under Armour, Dennis Sports, Locker Blogger, Bacardi, Applebee’s, Muscle Milk, Lucky Strike and US Limo.

Gift Bag Sponsors:  Atlantic Records, Beats By Dre, Pamela James, Phyto, Sean John, US Tourism Virgin Islands, Under Armour, North Star Charter and Pastries.  Hasbro, BBraxton, Chayil Candles, Jane Carter Solution, Housekeeper to the Stars, JASK Clothing, Glamorous Chicks, Pop Chips and SET Magazine courtesy of Good Girl PR.

Confirmed Celebrities Include:  Adrienne Bailon (Actress), Al Harrington (NY Knicks), Allan Houston (NY Knicks), Angel McCoughtry (ATL Dream), Anthony Patanella (Boxer), Bart Scott (NY Jets), Black Buddafly (Singing Group), Braylon Edwards (NY Jets), Brimstone (Wrestler), Busta Rhymes (Rapper), Calvin Pace (NY Jets), Carl Banks (Former NY Giants), Carl Payne (Actor), Charles Barkley (NBA Legend), Damien Woody (NY Jets), Danny Aiello (Actor), Darrelle Revis (NY Jets), Demarco Morgan (NBC Anchorman), Derrick Anderson (NBA Retiree), Donnie Klang (Singer), Dr Marvell Scott (Sports Anchor), Dustin Keller (NY Jets), Egypt (Radio/TV Personality), Evan Oglesby (Baltimore Ravens), Fabulous (Rapper), Funk Master Flex (Celebrity DJ), Hassan Johnson (Actor), Ice T & CoCo (Actor), Idris Elba (Actor), Jared Jeffries (NY Knicks), Jay Feely (NY Jets),  Jerricho Cotchery (NY Jets), Jessica Brown (Daddy’s Little Girls), Jimmy Fallon (TV Personality), Julissa Bermudez (BET TV Personality), Justin Tuck (NY Giants), Kevin Hart (Comedian), Kristen Dalton (Miss USA), Leilene Joy (Flavor of Love), Lil Mama (Rapper), Liris Crosse (Model/Actress), Mario Manningham (NY Giants), Mark Sanchez (NY Jets), Matt Levy (I Love NY), Maureen Shea (Female Boxer), Michael Boley (NY Giants), Michael Imperioli (Actor), Miguel Perdomo (Supermodel), Mike Hill (ESPN Sports Broadcaster), Missy Hyatt (Wrestler), Osi Umeniyora (NY Giants), Ramses Barden (NY Giants), Rex Ryan (NY Jets Head Coach), Roman Oben (Sports Broadcaster), Shon Gables (Black Enterprise), Sinorice Moss (NY Giants), Tanya Blount (Actress), Terrance J (BET 106 & Park), Terrell Thomas (NY Giants), Teyana Taylor (Singer), Tyson Beckford (Supermodel), Wilson Chandler (NY Knicks), Vaughn Anthony (Singer, John Legend’s brother), Vernon Gholston (NY Jets), Vivica A Fox (Actress) and many others.

Schedule of Events:

Ø  Monday | November 2, 2009 | 7:00pm Black Tie VIP Dinner & Silent Auction | STK
Doors open at 6:00pm | Red Carpet Begins 6:30pm
Ø  Monday | November 2, 2009 | 10:00pm “Bowling with the Stars” | Lucky Strike Luxe Suite
Red Carpet Begins 9:30pm | Media Check In 9:00pm

ABOUT THE KERRY RHODES FOUNDATION

The Kerry RHODES Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 2006 by NFL New York Jets star Kerry Rhodes. Kerry recognized the importance of inspiring young minds to visualize goals, and the need to provide resources that enable these same young minds to pursue and attain these goals. Mr. Rhodes understands these goals are best achieved through well equipped educational facilities which provide their students with choices, opportunities and inspiration. For this reason, one of the primary missions of the Foundation is to provide high schools located in financially depressed areas with resources, equipment, programs and activities that will assist with the academic, athletic, and social development of their students.

Additionally, Mr. Rhodes understands the importance of acknowledging the bold steps of those remarkable young men and women who dare to take their dreams even further. For this reason, the other primary mission of the Foundation is to provide financial assistance to these high schools to enable them to furnish scholarships to certain talented young men and women for the continuation of their academic careers beyond high school.

To purchase tickets, make a donation or any other information regarding the Kerry RHODES Foundation Celebrity Events, please visit www.KerryRhodes.com

For Media Credential Approval Please Contact:

Carrie “CC” Carnie | Team Rhodes | 917-670-0422 | CCarnie@conversionsande.com
Tamiko Thomas | Team Rhodes | 571-215-3157 | PR@KerryRhodes.com

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Kerry Rhodes, Amobi Okoye and Friends Bring the 2nd Annual KY Derby Youth Football Camp and the Celebrity Basketball Game Back to Louisville, KY.

Louisville, KY – April 24, 2009 – Kerry Rhodes (NY Jets) and Amobi Okoye (Houston Texans) revisit another year of great events in support of the children, in Louisville, KY home of the prestigious Kentucky Derby for their 2nd Annual KY Derby Youth Football Camp & Celebrity Basketball Game. Kerry and Amobi, University of Louisville alum felt there was a need to give back through their foundations to the youth of Louisville. While all of the parents and adults can enjoy the festivities of the KY Derby week, there was a minimal amount of activities for children; therefore Kerry and Amobi felt a need to fill that void. Also, joining them this year, Darrelle Revis (NY Jets), Jerricho Cotchery (NY Jets) and Antoine Harris (ATL Falcons), a University of Louisville alum as well, who will participate in the football camp and provide the children with an environment of icons. The youth camp, which will be held at the U of L Trager Center Indoor Football Practice Facility, has proven to help young men strive for their dreams and work harder to accomplish those dreams.

Kerry and Amobi’s mission for the annual football camp is to empower and provide the opportunity to learn sportsmanship, teamwork, the basics of the game, and give young men optimism on their education and skills with the confidence they need to go to the next level. The camp will be conducted by the renowned Byron Williams (NFL Retiree), founder of BW Sports, LLC known throughout the country as the “one and only” true football camp and training given by his team who provides first class, second to none motivation and are also committed to the community and giving an opportunity for all youth to perform to the best of their abilities through his premier “Football Mini Camp,” program.

To follow the youth football camp will be the KY Derby Celebrity Basketball Game where versatile athletes Kerry will demonstrate their skills on the court alongside other professional athletes, AND 1 players, notables in entertainment with a host of some of the hottest actors and music industry artists such as Aubrey O’Day (Danity Kane), Angel McCoughtry (ATL Dream/Former U of L), Derek Anderson (NBA), Darrelle Revis (NY Jets), Jerricho Cotchery (NY Jets), Antoine Harris (ATL Falcons/Former U of L), Hot Sauce (AND 1), High Rizer (AND 1) with other AND 1 players, Martellus Bennett (Dallas Cowboys), Chris Redman (ATL Falcons/Former U of L), Scott Paggett (NBA), Harry Douglas (ATL Falcons/Former U of L) and a host of other celebrities.

To register for the KY Derby Youth Football Camp and to receive ticket locations and purchase tickets for the KY Derby Celebrity Basketball Game you can visit www.KerryRhodes.com. The Kerry Rhodes Foundation will also be distributing a selected amount of FREE KY Derby Celebrity Basketball Game tickets and scholarships for the KY Derby Youth Football Camp to Jefferson County Schools students.

WHO: Kerry Rhodes (NY Jets) & Amobi Okoye (Houston Texans)

WHAT: KERRY RHODES’ 2ND ANNUAL KY DERBY YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP featuring
Amobi Okoye & CELEBRITY BASKETBALL GAME

WHEN: Friday, May 1, 2009 | 9:00am (Youth Football Camp) | 4:00pm (Celebrity
Basketball Game)

WHERE: Louisville, KY | U of L Trager Center Indoor Facility (Youth Football Camp) | U
of L Cardinal Arena (Celebrity Basketball Game)

ABOUT THE KERRY RHODES FOUNDATION
The KERRY RHODES Foundation is a non-profit organization which was founded in 2006 by NFL New York Jets star Kerry Rhodes as a financial source and outlet that affords young men and women as well as educational facilities the financial backing enabling them to educate and support students to continue striving towards embracing dreams that endear them to further themselves educationally. The foundation is set to encourage today’s youth to reach for their dreams and provide young ambitious men and women with the armaments to conquer adversity. Reaffirming Hopes Of Dream Endearing Scholars is indeed one way that our community can continue propelling talented and fearless young men and women towards attaining and maintaining successful destinations in our society. Moreover, Kerry’s firm belief in the necessity of educating young minds in sound and well-equipped educational facilities is also the driving force behind the creation of the entities charitable efforts. The charity’s mission is twofold. The organization uses its resources to support the maintenance of high school facilities throughout the country while also assisting young men and women birthed from these institutions to further themselves educationally by providing them with scholarships that serves to reaffirm the bold steps taken by those who dare to dream.

ABOUT THE AMOBI OKOYE FOUNDATION
Amobi Okoye Foundation provides hope to kids and communities through a series of programs and services designed to mentor youth and young adults; mitigate childhood obesity and build stronger communities around the globe. Amobi Okoye Foundation is established on the belief that every child has the basic human right to learn and play in a safe and nurturing environment. AO Foundation global effort, “C.A.T.E” (Changing Africa Through Education) provides education scholarships; funds the building of clean water wells; and supports healthcare initiatives in developing parts of Nigeria.

(press release courtesy of Ideal PR)