From the Merc -- who seem to have their fans relationship sh*t together.

Hey Merc fans!

Wanted to get a head start on a Holiday program we’re about to release: it’s the 2nd Annual Gift of the Mercury Campaign. With our X-Factor’s help, we were able to raise over $18,000 to go towards tickets for underserved kids through the Mercury charities for the 2008 Gift of the Mercury Campaign. Thank you for everyone who helped us last season.

This year, our goal is even higher and would love if you were able to help! Check this out…

A $250 donation provides a ticket to each of the games plus a hot dog and soda at the game. As a thank you for your donation, you’ll receive an invitation to the 2009 Gift of the Mercury event on Wednesday, December 17th. The event will include silent auctions for many Mercury items… INCLUDING THE CAPPIE PATCH DOLL (mms://phxsuns.wmod.llnwd.net/a205/o2/merc_cappiedoll_080603.wmv)! For each dollar you donate, you’ll receive that amount back in Mercury Bucks at the event. You can use your Mercury Bucks to bid on items, and if you choose to bid higher than the amount of Mercury Bucks you have, you can pay by credit card which will also go towards tickets for the kids.

You’ll have the chance to mingle with Suns GM Steve Kerr, Mercury GM Ann Meyers Drysdale, Mercury Head Coach Corey Gaines and Mercury Assistant Coach & Legend Bridget Pettis.

Please let me know if you’re interested in helping us with the 2009 Gift of the Mercury and attending the event on the 17th. Every little bit helps! Hope to hear from you soon.