Cigar Company Initiates Cigars for Relief Donation Program



Graycliff Hotel, Restaurant and Cigar Company, one of Nassau's most highly regarded resorts and a leading manufacturer of fine luxury cigars, today announced that in addition to their private contributions for Hurricane relief, they will donate $10 US per box of cigars sold during the months of September and October 2005 to the American Red Cross' Hurricane Katrina relief efforts. Graycliff selected the American Red Cross because of the immediate positive impact the organization can have for victims and because of their advanced distribution system.

Graycliff's historic resort and cigar factory, which occupy a 1740s mansion in downtown Nassau, has survived numerous hurricanes throughout its 265 year history, giving Graycliff owner Enrico Garzaroli a unique perspective into what things are like right now in hurricane-devastated Gulf Coast cities.

Garzaroli said Wednesday "This is a tragedy of gigantic proportions. Offering our sympathy is not enough. We have so many friends and associates of Graycliff in this area who are suffering." He went on to state "We are working actively to encourage donations from the world business community to help the Red Cross, Salvation Army, and other organizations to provide assistance to those in need. Also to raise awareness and boost donations for hurricane relief we are initiating a special donation program, whereby we will donate $10 per box of Graycliff cigars that we sell directly during the month of September to the American Red Cross' Hurricane Katrina relief efforts."

Graycliff has strong ties with the United States' Gulf Coast region, their close relationship with New Orleans and the city's epicures, restaurant owners and cigar-loving residents is legendary, with roots and a shared history that date back to the days of privateer Jean LaFitte.

For more information on Graycliff's special donation program for Hurricane Katrina relief, please contact Graycliff Hotel, Restaurant & Cigar Company for more information at:

Graycliff Hotel, Restaurant & Cigar Company
8 thru 12 West Hill Street - P. O. Box N10246
Nassau, Bahamas 10246
web: http://www.katrina.graycliff.com
tel 242.302.9150 - 242.326.6110 - fax 242.326.6188
Toll free in US & Canada - 800.688.0076

About Graycliff:
Graycliff Hotel, Restaurant and Cigar Company, is one of
Nassau's most highly regarded resorts and a leading
manufacturer of fine luxury cigars. Graycliff has strong
ties with the Gulf Coast region, and their close
relationship with New Orleans and the city's cigar-loving
residents is legendary, with a shared history that dates
back to the days of privateer Jean LaFitte. Graycliff's
historic resort and cigar factory, which occupy a 1740s
mansion in downtown Nassau, has survived numerous hurricanes
throughout its 265 year history, giving Graycliff owner
Enrico Garzaroli personal insight into the current
devastation in Gulf Coast cities. Graycliff has selected the
American Red Cross as the recipient of their Cigars for
Relief donations because of the immediate positive impact
the organization can have and because of their advanced
distribution system. Learn more about Graycliff at
http://www.graycliff.com

About The American Red Cross:
Financial contributions to the American Red Cross 2005
Hurricane Relief Fund help the organization provide
assistance to those in need. Call 1-800-HELP NOW or
1-800-257-7575 (Spanish) to make a donation. Contributions
to the Hurricane Relief Fund may be sent to your local
American Red Cross chapter or to the American Red Cross
Hurricane Relief Fund, P.O. Box 37243, Washington, DC 20013.
Internet users can make a secure online contribution by
visiting http://www.redcross.org.

About The Salvation Army:
Financial contributions are greatly needed, and provide The Salvation Army with the funds to purchase what storm victims need. They also allow The Salvation Army to assess the unique needs of individuals and families, as well as put money back into the economy of those communities affected by the disaster. Visit http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/ to donate online. To donate by phone, call 1-800-SAL-ARMY. To donate by mail, send checks, earmarked 'Disaster Relief,' to P.O. Box 4857 Jackson, MS 39296-4857. Visit your local Wal-Mart or Sam's Club to donate to The Salvation Army's Hurricane Katrina relief effort.





Cigar Company Initiates Cigars for Relief Donation Program