Academy Award winner, Morgan Freeman, Honorary Chair, for the Pasadena-Foothills Chapter of the United Nations Association (PUNA) announced today that popular singer and music artist, Madonna will join him as Honorary Co-chair for PUNA’s October 22, fundraiser to celebrate the 60 years of the United Nations (UN). Comedian and alumni Saturday Night Live cast member, Nora Dunn, will serve as Mistress of Ceremonies. This year’s event brings the UN’s goals for Human Rights back into focus, as the organization highlights the United Nation’s 8 Millennium Development Goals to create a better world.
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) October 19, 2005 -- Academy Award winner, Morgan Freeman, Honorary Chair, for the Pasadena-Foothills Chapter of the United Nations Association (PUNA) announced today that popular singer and music artist, Madonna will join him as Honorary Co-chair for PUNA’s October 22, fundraiser to celebrate the 60 years of the United Nations (UN). Comedian and alumni Saturday Night Live cast member, Nora Dunn, will serve as Mistress of Ceremonies. This year’s event brings the UN’s goals for Human Rights back into focus, as the organization highlights the United Nation’s 8 Millennium Development Goals to create a better world.
Executive Director, Sherry Dean-Simpson, point out, “This chapter of the UN is one of the oldest and most influential chapters around today. I am pleased to announce the addition of Madonna as Honorary Co-chair for this important occasion.” We are proud to have such distinguished guests support us in our efforts.”
Also sharing the events’ spotlight will be worldwide renowned Honorary Artist Patron Chair for the UN, Nishat Khan. In April 2002, Nishat received an award for his inspiration and dedication to humanity from a foundation linked to the United Nations (past recipients included Sting and Nelson Mandela). Khan will also be a featured speaker.
The gala will also include a tribute to past and present chapter PUNA presidents and a taped appearance by Arch Bishop Desmond Tutu. The exhibit will feature artwork of community artists and international celebrities inspired by the UN’s Universal Declaration of Human Rights. As part of the fundraising activities, select art pieces will be on display for silent auction bidding, additionally, the Navajo Indian, Peace Beads will be on sale as a memento of heritage and peace between peoples. Works inspired by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and pay tribute to the UN’s 8 Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) will be on sale to the public.
The historic Pacific Asian Museum provides a beautiful and graceful backdrop for the silent auction fundraiser, with three separate areas of activity. Starting at the museum’s front gate and moving upstairs to where the selected art pieces will be displayed, then on to the back courtyard where the reception will be held.
Sponsored by Pasadena’s K-Mozart 105.1 radio station who has been serving the cultural community with classical music for over 45 years, and Cobblestone Vineyards, Napa Valley and Monterey exceptional wineries, the event will draw attention to the local chapter and its plans to boost the UN’s presence in the Los Angeles community.
The group hopes to raise $50,000 to further its mission of educating the public about the goals of the UN. The funds collected from this event will go toward the association’s goal of creating a greater awareness and extension of their reach to a broader community. Pasadena Mayor, Bill Bogaard is one of a number of outstanding figures comprising the Honorary Committee, whose members lead the way in unifying the community and global consciousness.
Doors are open to the public. All artwork will be on display for silent bid starting at 6 p.m.
People are encouraged to buy their tickets early through the PUNA website at (http://www.unapasadena.org/una_events.html#e_tickets) or by calling (626)449-1795.
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