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Coming off a record setting 50th
Anniversary of Independence Ball where Prime Minister of Jamaica, the Most Honorable Portia Simpson-Miller,
ON, was the guest speaker, the stage is set for a marvelous 51st. The theme is “Celebrating Jamaica,”
and is under the patronage of the Consul General of Jamaica to New York, Herman G. LaMont. Special guest will be
His Excellency, Professor Stephen C.Vasciannie, Ambassador of Jamaica to the United States of America. The
Grand Marshall of the event is Mr. Sam Wright of Quality Auto Mall and Ford Credit.
“I look forward to welcoming my
fellow Jamaicans and friends of Jamaica to our 51st Independence Anniversary
Gala. I salute the honorees for their outstanding contribution to the community
and their accomplishments in their respective fields. They have made us proud
to be Jamaican. We need your support, so come, celebrate with us and I promise
a spectacular evening," said Paulette Willoughby, Foundation Chair.
The Mistress of Ceremony for this year’s
event is noted actress and singer, Sheryl-Lee Ralph, who is of Jamaican heritage. Honorees
are Ms. Heather Foster, Office of
Public Engagement, The White House; Dr.Answorth A. Allen, Orthopedic Surgeon and Irie Jam Media.
These festivities are not just driven by
the need to `party’ but also encompass a mission of service and charity; deeply
rooted in supporting the causes and many needs across the Island and Diaspora.
Aid has been given to several organizations among them; New York City Rescue Mission, Good
Shepherd Foundation, Early Childhood Foundation, Ward Theatre Foundation, Boys’
Town Foundation, Alpha Boys’ House, American Foundation of the University of
the West Indies (AFUWI), American Cancer Society, Mission for the Poor and
Mustard Seed Communities.
Proceeds from this year’s event will
provide full scholarships for needy students to attend the University of the
West Indies and support an early childhood basic school. A silent auction will
offer exciting packages. Guests are being asked to come prepared to bid.
Entertainment will be provided by the Fabulous Five Band.
Guests can expect a sumptuous fare of Jamaican entrees and delicacies.
Sponsors for the evening are, Quality Auto Mall, Ford Motor Credit, Ford
Motor Company, Caribbean Food Delights (Royal Caribbean Bakery), Grace Foods
USA, Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery and Grill, Gleaner Company USA, Tower Isle's
Frozen Foods, Carib News, Jet Blue, VP Records and Phoenix Beverages.
Tickets are two hundred dollars, ($200)
per person and are available at the Jamaican Consulate, VP Records
and Royal Caribbean Bakery.
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