ADVISORY/Mike Ditka and Bill Rancic to Volunteer for Misericordia Candy Days Tonight.

Entertainment Editors/Business Editors/Food Writers

ADVISORY...for Fri. (April 30)

--(BUSINESS WIRE)

Who:     Da Coach and The Apprentice winner

What:    These two Chicago personalities are teaming up to raise money
         for Misericordia Candy Days, now in its 19th year.  In
         return for donations for Misericordia, the duo will
         distribute JBz chocolate candies by Jelly Belly.  Mike Ditka
         has been a longtime friend to Misericordia; he was given the
         Heart of Mercy Award -- the charity's top honor -- in 1986.
         Bill Rancic's family has supported Misericordia for many
         years.

When:    Friday, April 30, at 8 p.m.

Where:   Mike Ditka's Restaurant
         100 East Chestnut in Chicago

Why:     Misericordia, which was founded in 1921, supports 560
         children and adults with mild to profound developmental
         disabilities from all religious, racial and socio-economic
         backgrounds.  This year, Misericordia must raise $8 million
         for costs not covered by the State of Illinois.
         Additionally, Misericordia has moved forward with new
         construction projects in order to welcome some of the 500+
         individuals on its waiting list.

* A media alert sent on 4/27 included details regarding a kickoff for
  Misericordia Candy Days, which was held earlier this morning.