Marking the gala’s third year, The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation Gala (formerly The Steve Harvey Foundation Gala) will converge at Cipriani Wall Street for an unforgettable evening with Title Sponsor Screen Gems, Print Sponsor Essence and sponsor Coca-Cola, and feature the dynamic vocal talents of Rachelle Ferrell, with special guest Bill Cosby and event chairs Madeline Nelson, Julius Erving III, and more showing support.
Honoring Debra Lee, Spike and Tonya Lee, Dr. Steve Perry, and Richard and Kyle Petty for their work as game changers impacting countless communities, The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation’s Helping Hand Award honors those individuals who make a measurable difference in the lives of young men and women, raising the flag of social progress and serving as role models for today’s youth through their careers or philanthropic efforts. In the past two years, the Helping Hand Award honorees include Ford Motor Company’s Alan Mullaly, Tyler Perry, and Chris and Malaak Rock in 2011, and Harlem Children’s Zone’s Geoffrey Canada, State Farm’s Pamela El, and Denzel Washington in 2010. This year’s gala proceeds will benefit The Steve and Marjorie Harvey Foundation’s cornerstone programs for young men and women: The Steve Harvey Mentoring Weekend for Young Men and the Girls Who Rule the World Mentoring Weekend.
“It’s an honor to present Helping Hand Awards to Debra Lee, Spike and Tonya Lee, Dr. Steve Perry, and Richard and Kyle Petty this year,” say Steve and Marjorie Harvey. “Their dedicated work has not only been a game changer in their fields, but has also made a priceless impact in shaping the minds and dreams of youth for generations to come. Soledad O’Brien has also been a game changer in examining the stories and people that help shape this country, and together we look forward to hosting an inspiring, fun-filled evening!”
