In October 1996-2001, he hosted his Sixth Celebrity Golf Tournament benefiting the CF Foundation. These tournaments alone raised a million dollars. Additionally, he has made public service announcements and assisted in a variety of charitable and community causes including D.A. R. E., Arthritis, Alzheimer's, Grant-A-Wish, Special Olympics, Baseball Assistance Team and local Recycling Programs.

In contrast to his superstar status, Jim is quiet, determined, goal oriented and unassuming. When he is not traveling, filming ads, broadcasting or appearing as a keynote or motivational speaker, he enjoys gardening at his Baltimore home.His recent focus on golf has him approaching scratch golf play.

He participates in several Celebrity Golf Tournaments each year, which have included the prestigious Bob Hope Invitational and the Crosby. Tennis and racquetball, biking and skiing are other activities he enjoys. He relaxes by listening to music and reading books and sports publications. He resides in Baltimore, Maryland and in Juno Beach, Florida. Jim's two daughters, Jamie and Kelly, both college graduates reside respectively in Boston and Baltimore, and his step-son, P.J. is a finance major at the University of Maryland.

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