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Golfer may donate $3 million to relief efforts.

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Tiger Woods may be hiding from the spotlight, but his charity is making a major contribution to relief efforts in Haiti. On Thursday, record mogul Russell Simmons said on Twitter that Woods was pledging $3 million in donations to the earthquake-damaged nation. "Sorry about blowing up tigers 'anonymous gift' such a sweet gesture," Simmons wrote Friday morning. "People have cared so much about other'secrets' this is inspirng?" Woods Foundation President Greg McLaughlin didn't confirm the amount to E! Online but said the charity is indeed turning to Haiti. "Our plan is to be part of the relief effort to help rebuild Haiti by supporting organizations that provide critical resources to young people." McLaughlin said.

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