Tom Glavine holding fundraiser for transplant foundation
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By MYFOXATLANTA STAFF
ATLANTA -
A former Atlanta Braves star has once again stepped up to raise money for the Georgia Transplant Foundation. Former Braves pitcher Tom Glavine will host his 21st annual Spring Training event which will include live and silent auctions of sports memorabilia and vacation packages.
Fans will also be able to play celebrity athletes in board and table games.
All of the money raised will go to the Transplant Foundation to pay for emergency assistance and many other services for organ transplant recipients.
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