Celebrity poker tournament to benefit Sentebale Charity

On Aug. 18, Sentebale, the personal charity for His Royal Highness Prince Harry of Wales and Prince Seeiso of the Lesotho Royal Family, will benefit from an exciting celebrity poker tournament, “Chips for Charity,” at the Grand Del Mar Resort in

Carmel Valley. From 6-11 p.m., the celebrity no-limit Texas Hold’em tournament will entertain guests and players alike. Star players include Richard Lederer and Antonio “The Magician” Esfandiari, who recently won the largest cash prize in sports history with his $18 million first prize in “The Big One for One Drop” at the World Series of Poker. Other celebrities include Brande Roderick, finalist of “The Celebrity Apprentice” and Playmate of the Year 2001, MLB superstars Kurt Bevacqua and Bret Boone, and Bravo TV’s workout guru Brian Peeler.

Seats for the tournament are available for $500, while spectator guests can enjoy the excitement from the sidelines for $100. Ticket prices include hosted hors d’oeuvres, drinks, goodie bags, and chances to win prizes that include jewelry, spa packages, travel arrangements, and more. First, second, and third place tournament prizes include a quality timepiece and a one-week luxury vacation at the award-winning Villa del Palmar in Loreto, Mexico. Spectators will also have a chance to get into the poker spirit and brush up on the basics by stopping by the beginner table.

Sentebale, a charity that helps vulnerable orphans and children survive and thrive, was born from the compassion and humanitarianism of Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso.

Sentebale means “forget me not” and was adopted for the title of the foundation in loving memory of the Princes’ mothers, who they both lost at a young age.

Sentebale is more than an organization that donates money it has taken a new approach to aiding those in need by operating on long-term goals. It works with local partners and grass roots movements to offer at-risk children health and education services that will change their lives for the better. In order to ensure the ongoing success of their mission, award-winning philanthropist Lena Evans leads the efforts and as such has arranged a number of exciting events in the U.S. centered around raising awareness and support for the cause. The charity works year-round directing aid to community services and entrepreneurial projects that will provide long-term services to children facing illness, disabilities, abuse, and abandonment.

To purchase tickets and for event information go to https://sentebaleseriespoker.eventbrite.com. Attendees must be over 21.