THE MONTECRISTO RELIEF ORGANIZATION
The Montecristo Relief Organization was established in 1999 by Altadis U.S.A. after several devastating hurricanes swept through the Caribbean killing thousands of people, injuring millions and causing unimaginable suffering. Since its inception the Montecristo Relief Organization has donated millions of dollars to build homes, schools, medical facilities and provide scholarships and economic opportunities to victims of natural disasters in the Caribbean and the United States.

In the fall of 1998, two horrific hurricanes, Georges and Mitch, devastated the Caribbean leaving behind unimaginable destruction and suffering. These storms killed over 11,000 people, injured millions more, and left countless victims homeless and dispossessed of their economic resources.

ALTADIS U.S.A. PROVIDES IMMEDIATE AID
The lives of thousands of people in areas of the Dominican Republic and Honduras where Altadis U.S.A. maintains factories were severely affected by the storms. Homes were badly damaged or totally destroyed, as were schools and medical facilities. Altadis U.S.A., a company that has always taken pride in giving back to its communities, immediately provided over $1,000,000 in relief to help rebuild the lives of its neighbors and employees.

MONTECRISTO RELIEF ORGANIZATION ESTABLISHED TO PROVIDE ONGOING RELIEF
Then, in the spring of 1999, the company established the Montecristo Relief Organization. To date, the millions of dollars raised by the Organization have funded numerous charities as part of a comprehensive and ongoing humanitarian effort to bring renewed hope to victims devastated by hurricanes and other natural disasters.

REBUILDING HOMES AND LIVES
For the past 10 years, ongoing projects supported by the Montecristo Relief Organization have included the construction of new homes and schools in battered areas of the Dominican Republic, Honduras, Nicaragua and neighboring countries. Damaged medical facilities have been rebuilt and new ones constructed to provide continuing care for the sick and injured. Hundreds of wheelchairs have been donated for the disabled.

NEW SCHOOLS AND NEW OPPORTUNITIES
New schools have been built and scholarships have been provided for children who would otherwise have not received educations. Agricultural opportunities, such as the creation of Tilapia fish farms, have enabled those in need to earn sustainable incomes. Funds have also been donated to the Honduras Mission of Operation Smile, a wonderful institution whose medical professionals work to repair severe childhood facial deformities. One recent project of note is the building of 100 homes in Honduras on land purchased with funds from the Montecristo Relief Organization.

OVER $1 MILLION DONATED TO KATRINA VICTIMS
When Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast in 2005, the Relief Organization, along with parent company Altadis U.S.A., raised over $1 million, which was donated to the American Red Cross to benefit victims of this horrific storm.

YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Altadis U.S.A.'s vision of an ongoing humanitarian effort has come to fruition thanks to the generosity of participants at the Montecristo Cup, our annual charity Pro-Am golf tournament held at the renown Casa de Campo Resort in the Dominican Republic, as well as the generous support of our retailers and consumers. The financial aid we have received has made a huge difference to those who depend on us to help rebuild their lives. Today, as hurricanes of unprecedented size and power pose a constant threat to the region, the Montecristo Relief Organization will continue to respond to the needs of devastated families.

The relief effort is ongoing, and the need for support remains strong. If you would like more information about making a donation to the The World of Montecristo Relief Organization or attending the Montecristo Cup Charity Pro Am, please call 1 (800) 210-2783, email Janelle Rosenfeld at jrosenfeld@altadisusa.com or visit our Montecristo Cup page.


Disclaimer: A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Commerce Services by calling toll-free within the State of Florida 1-800-435-7352. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the State. A copy of The World of Montecristo Relief Organization, Inc.'s most recently filed annual report may be obtained upon request from either 5900 N. Andrews Ave. Suite 1100, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309 or the State of New York Office of the Attorney General, Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271. The amount of contribution that is deductible for federal income tax purposes is limited to the excess over the value of goods or services provided.