Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund

Commitment to Action

Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund

Commitment by

Tony Bennett

Tony Bennett commits to provide support for medium and long-term recovery and reconstruction needs in the areas affected by Hurricane Katrina through a $100,000 donation to the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund.

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Overview

Summary

Commitment

Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund

Launched

2005

Est. Duration

1 year

Estimated Total Value

$260,000

Region

Northern America

Countries

United States

Commitment by

Tony Bennett

Details

Tony Bennett was pleased to donate ,000 to the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund. He also donated one of his original paintings, entitled 'Create the Future, Remember the Past' which was auctioned at the 2005 Clinton Global Initiative dinner gala for an additional ,000 in support. Further, Mr. Bennett donated his time and talents to perform at the inaugural meeting's dinner gala.

Progress Reports

Donated $100,000 to the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund.

- Contributed one of his original paintings for auction at the 2005 CGI Dinner Gala.

- Shared his talents in a performance at the 2005 CGI Dinner Gala.

- Approved usage of his name and likeness from the gala event for documentary on the Clinton Global Initiative project.

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