George Clooney’s watch and Jennifer Aniston’s bag lead celebrity goods being auctioned for veterans
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George Clooney, Jennifer Aniston, Chris Evans and Kenny Chesney are among the celebrities who donated personal items to be auctioned off for charity.
Homes for our troops will hold their annual auction to raise money for wounded military veterans and it is sure to feature several sought-after luxury items and experiences from A-listers.
One of the most notable items is undoubtedly George Clooney’s Omega Speedmaster watch, which even includes a case signed by the star himself.
Sweet: George Clooney and Jennifer Aniston are among the celebrities who have donated personal items to charity as they will participate in the charity auction for Homes For Our Troops
About his involvement in the case, the 61-year-old actor said in a press release: “Homes For Our Troops is doing an incredible job for the seriously injured veterans of our country. I am delighted to lead the auction for its sixth year,’
Also up for grabs is Jennifer Aniston’s black and red checked leather Louis Vuitton Petite Malle bag, complete with her monogrammed initials in gold on it.
Chris Evans also offers a few special items, including a personalized video message, an autographed Captain America shield, and a Captain America movie poster.
Country music aficionados will be delighted to see one of Kenny Chesney’s acoustic guitars, complete with a signature pickguard.
Tip of the cap: Chris Evans also puts a few special items up for grabs, including a personalized video message, autographed Captain America shield, and a Captain America movie poster
There is also a drum cymbal autographed by Luke Bryan, Tim McGraw, Florida Georgia Line, The Band Perry and Cassadee Pope.
There will also be great experiences on offer, including lunch for two in Manhattan with actor Paul Rudd and CNN personality Jake Tapper.
The celebrity auction is hosted by Tapper, Clooney, Wynonna Judd, Don Cheadle and Mindy Kaling.
Play Along: Country music fans will be thrilled to see one of Kenny Chesney’s acoustic guitars, complete with a signature pickguard featuring the Blue Chair Bay rum logo
Icon: Kenny performed in Nashville last month
The 53-year-old Lead With Jake Tapper host said in a statement: “The need for adapted housing for critically injured post-9/11 veterans remains critical. This auction raises money and awareness for this charity. It is a privilege to host this event for Homes For Our Troops for the sixth year in a row.’
You can also bid for a chat on Zoom with Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis, in addition to real-life or online encounters with the likes of Bryan Cranston, Whoopi Goldberg and Jake Gyllenhaal.
Dave Matthews Band diehards will definitely go for two tickets and hospitality lounge passes to see the musical act alongside a Zoom call with Dave Matthews.
Dynamic duo: There will also be great experiences to offer, including lunch for two in Manhattan with actor Paul Rudd and CNN personality Jake Tapper
As if that weren’t enough, another high-profile auction would be for a personalized video message from retired chat show host Ellen DeGeneres.
Homes For Our Troops is a government-funded non-profit organization that builds and donates specially adapted custom homes nationwide to critically injured post-9/11 veterans.
The press release continued: “Most of these veterans have sustained life-altering injuries, including multiple limb amputations, partial or complete paralysis, and/or severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Making Time: As if that weren’t enough, another high-profile auction would be for a personalized video message from retired chat show host Ellen DeGeneres
“These homes restore some of the freedom and independence our veterans sacrificed defending our country, and allow them to focus on their families, recovery and rebuilding their lives.”
The organization builds the homes where the veteran wants to live, as its services not only end there, but continue their relationship in rebuilding their lives.
It has been a very successful business, as nearly 90 cents of every dollar spent since 2004 has gone to the organization’s program services that support veterans.
The 6th Annual Veterans Day Celebrity Auction kicks off eBay on Thursday, November 3 at 7:00 PM EST, as it ends on Sunday, November 13 at 6:00 PM EST, just two days after Veterans Day.