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The 1st Annual ITPF Poker Classic to take place Saturday, February 20, 2010

-Charity Poker Tournament to award seat to World Series of Poker-

The 1^st Annual ITPF Classic is scheduled for Saturday, February 20, 2010 at T&J Villaggio Trattoria, in Port Chester, NY. The ITP Foundation, a Darien-based nonprofit, is calling on the community to get behind this event to benefit children with ITP, a rare bleeding disorder.

The ITP Foundation is pleased to announce that first prize at the event will be a seat, valued at $10,000, at the World Series of Poker, where players have a chance to win millions!

Having hosted a variety of fundraisers from triathlons to jewelry drives, the ITP Foundation is determined for its events to have a universal appeal.

“It is imperative that the effects of ITP resonate loudly to the public,” says Christopher Landino, executive director of the ITP Foundation. “The growing popularity of charity poker tournaments will enable us to reach a new audience while raising funds critical to helping us on our mission.”

In the past three years, the ITP Foundation has granted $70,000 to groundbreaking medical research focused on the causes and treatments of ITP. Its campaigns have reached thousands thanks to a growing support-system throughout the country.

The ITPF Classic, a Texas Hold’em style of play, will also feature a bar and complimentary lunch, provided by T&J Villaggio. There will be a charity raffle and live auction where participants will bid on a variety of luxury prizes. The event promises to be a fun and rewarding endeavor for all who attend.

The ITP Foundation has secured noted and respected poker tournament organizer Jason D'Aloia, whose previous tournaments for charity have raised over $100,000. There is a $200 donation to register to play, and $20 donation for spectators; Check-in begins at 10AM. The game begins at 11AM sharp. T&J's restaurant is located at 225 Westchester Ave. in Port Chester, N.Y.

To register for the 1^st Annual ITPF Classic, please visit www.itpfoundation.org and follow the links accordingly. Look for the ITPF Classic’s Facebook page to remain aware of the latest updates and discussions.

Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) is a disorder of the blood which occurs when your body's immune system destroys its own platelets, in the same way it would destroy harmful invaders such as bacteria. Platelets are important for helping the blood to clot and stop bleeding.