September 27, 2005

BROADCASTS ON KFI RADIO FROM AYRES HOTEL LAGUNA WOODS AND AYRES HOTEL SEAL BEACH HELP RAISE MORE THAN $700,000 FOR THE RED CROSS

Radio station partners with Ayres Hotels to help Katrina victims

COSTA MESA – Listeners to popular Southern California radio station KFI-AM on September 1 and 7, 2005 had an opportunity to participate in a landmark fundraising campaign for the Orange County Chapter of the America Red Cross that has netted more than $700,000 to date to assist Katrina victims.

The broadcasts originated from the Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods and Ayres Hotel Seal Beach, and included live appearances by local station personalities John & Ken, Bill Handel, John Ziegler and others, as well as call-ins from some of the station’s well-known national stars, including Rush Limbaugh.

“We were pleased that KFI asked us to hold the fundraising broadcasts at our properties,” said Douglas Ayres. “The money raised will support the noble efforts of the Red Cross.” In response to the dire needs created by the natural disaster, the Laguna Woods event was arranged in just 24 hours.

Here is a list of a few of the unique items auctioned during the fundraisers:

Dr. Laura Sailboat Excursion - (2 for approximately $10,000 and $10,500)
Breakfast with Bill Handel $18,000
Lunch with John & Ken $15,001
Golf Foursome with Ziegler $5,500
Airplane ride with Mike Nolan $10,000
Platinum Cookware $2000
Watch Jesus Live in Studio, then breakfast $1,500
One night stay at Ayres with complimentary breakfast $350

Additionally, Michael Sweig generously donated $100,000 on behalf of the Michael Sweig Foundation. Ayres Hotels is a frequent advertiser on the radio station.

Ayres Hotels are known for their convenient locations near major airports, regional shopping centers, world-famous theme parks, and other popular attractions. Over the years, the Ayres have developed a reputation for providing impeccable guest service, plus creature comforts like living room-style lobbies, with rich upholstered furnishings, inspiring artworks, and imported antiques, and well-appointed guestrooms featuring special touches like exclusive Ayres Dream Sleeper pillow-top mattresses.