Thank you for visiting my personal fundraising page!

I’m here to begin hyping up a scintillating showdown between fierce competitors that will culminate with a raucous celebration in South Florida next week—and no, this is not a reference to the Colts, Saints or Super Bowl XLIV.

Because of my ceaseless desire for excellence, Rain Man-esque driving abilities and penchant for shameless self- promotion, I’ve been invited to participate in the Audi Efficiency Challenge. On Thursday, I’ll fly to Washington, D.C., and be handed the keys to a clean-burning diesel sport utility vehicle, the Audi TDI Q7, and embark upon a journey to Miami that will not include many trips to the pumps.

Whoever does this will receive a $20,000 first prize, and when the champion is unveiled on Friday, Feb. 5, at a lavish reception at the W Hotel in South Beach, I intend to be the one strutting up to the podium.

Best of all, I won’t be pocketing the money. I’ll donate my winnings to a pair of Type I diabetes-related charities which play noble roles in coping with and attempting to cure the condition that affects my 10-year-old son and as many as three million Americans.

The Diabetic Youth Foundation (DYF) has made a huge difference in my life and the lives of thousands of children, teens and families affected by diabetes. During their programs participants receive the latest information on proper diabetes management. We also receive updates on diabetes technology and advances in research.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to our fundraising efforts. For more information about the Diabetic Youth Foundation please check out their website at www.dyf.org Until then, many thanks for your support, your friendship and your encouragement. Your gift will help to improve the lives of thousands of children and teens living with diabetes today and for those yet to come.

Thank you!