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American Friends of Jamaica 30th Annual Hummingbird Gala
 

Gala benefiting Jamaican Charities honors Philanthropist and Digicel Chairman, Denis O’Brien

Gala benefiting Jamaican Charities honors Philanthropist and Digicel Chairman, Denis O’Brien



 

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF JAMAICA RAISES RECORD-BREAKING FUNDS WITH HONORED GUESTS INCLUDING GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING RECORDING ARTIST SHAGGY AND JAMAICAN PRIME MINISTER ANDREW HOLNESS AT THE ANNUAL HUMMINGBIRD GALA

Star-studded Gala Benefiting Jamaican Charities honors Philanthropist and Digicel Chairman Denis O’Brien in New York City at their 30th Annual Hummingbird Gala 

 

NEW YORK, NY (November 21, 2011) – The American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) honored Grammy Award-winning recording artist Shaggy at the 30th Annual Hummingbird Gala in New York on Thursday, November 17, 2011. The 30th Annual Hummingbird Gala was held at Capitale, a classic downtown Manhattan venue that set the tone for an elegant evening of dinner and dancing.

After walking the red carpet, attendees were treated to a decadent outdoor spread featuring Bacardi cocktails. AFJ board members, Jamaican dignitaries and corporate sponsors mingled with Shaggy, who posed with party-goers throughout the night for snapshots.

Former Miss Jamaica Universe and current Bloomberg journalist, Zahra Burton, led the crowd to stand for both the Jamaican and national anthem after guests were ushered in the main dining room. American Friends of Jamaica was honored to have the new Jamaican prime minister in attendance and share his support of our organization. Guests were able to learn about how the funds raised are used and listened to video greetings from both Former President Bill Clinton and the honorable HRH Prince Charles.

The Hummingbird Gala doubled the funds raised at last year’s gala, significant funds for Jamaican Charities that support education, healthcare and economic development iniatives on the island. In addition to ticket sales, funds were raised from a highly anticipated silent auction featuring generously donated items.

To date, the AFJ has presented grants to over 65 worthy entities. The AFJ demonstrates the power of collaboration and support to help engage people from underserved communities. “As a group, we are committed to help Jamaicans in need with tools and opportunities to help them improve their conditions and realize their fullest potential,” said AFJ Executive Director Caron S. Chung.

The dinner ended with honoree Denis O'Brien's acceptance speech. Honoree Denis O’Brien said, “May I congratulate the American Friends of Jamaica on the focus and dedication that they have given to improving the lives of all Jamaicans - particularly, in the areas of education and healthcare, human and of course economic development. The beneficiaries of the AFJ’s work speak in glowing terms of the way that you have completely strengthened the charitable sector in Jamaica.”

The evening continued with dancing and a spirited performance from The Third World. Shaggy joined Third World on stage for an encore performance of “Reggae Party”.  The crowd was intimate and fun. At one point the entire dance floor created a train! There was plenty of laughter and new friends made! 

The 30th annual Hummingbird Gala was sponsored by Ralph Lauren, Bacardi, The Cobb Family Foundation, Mutual of America, The American Ireland Fund and The Ireland Chamber of Commerce USA.

About American Friends of Jamaica, Inc.

Founded in 1982, the American Friends of Jamaica is a charitable 501(c)(3) organization built on the principles of service and philanthropy; and is established to render assistance in the areas of Education, Healthcare, and Economic Development. The AFJ works with a broad coalition of Jamaican organizations and stakeholders to bring about change in the lives of Jamaicans in need. Amongst other initiatives, our partners assist us to provide shelter to the homeless, or to send inner-city youth to camps where they learn life skills. For more information, visit www.theafj.org.

 
Joyce Brooks

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