LAS VEGAS, Oct. 5 /PRNewswire/ — The Andre Agassi Foundation for Education today announced that talented artists Jason Mraz, the Canadian Tenors and Jennifer Hudson have been added to the line-up for the 15th Grand Slam for Children benefit concert, joining Elton John and Rob Thomas.
The annual event supports the Foundation’s efforts to transform
education through its signature project, the Andre Agassi College
Preparatory Academy (Agassi Prep), a K-12 public charter school in Las Vegas that strives to provide children with a first-class education. Hosted by tennis legend and philanthropist Andre Agassi and presented by Genworth Financial, the 2010 Grand Slam for Children will take place Saturday, Oct. 9 at Wynn Las Vegas.

“We are honored that these international sensations are performing for this special 15th concert,” said Andre Agassi.
“The support received through the Foundation and from these renowned
artists ultimately helps us make a difference in the lives of Agassi
Prep students.”

The Foundation is positively impacting students in Las Vegas and has broader implications for education nationwide. Since 1995, the Grand Slam has raised nearly $85 million.

The
evening will include a cocktail reception, gourmet dinner, live auction
and benefit concert. Sponsorships for the Grand Slam are still available
starting at Gold $17,500, as well as individual seats.

About the Andre Agassi Foundation for Education

The
Andre Agassi Foundation seeks to transform public education in two ways.
Through its signature project, the Andre Agassi College Preparatory
Academy, the Foundation works to provide underserved children in Las Vegas
with a first-class K-12 education to prepare them for excellence in
college and beyond. Through state and national advocacy, the Foundation
strives to increase investment in, and accountability for, public
schools. To support the Andre Agassi Foundation for Education or to
obtain additional information, please visit www.agassifoundation.org.

About Genworth Financial

Genworth
Financial, Inc. is a leading financial security company meeting the
retirement, longevity and lifestyle protection, investment and mortgage
insurance needs of more than 15 million customers. It has a presence in
more than 25 countries. For more information, visit www.genworth.com.

The Andre Agassi Foundation for Education