The Black Ball is an annual fundraiser gala for Keep a Child Alive, the non-profit organization which brings dignified treatment, care and support to children and families affected by HIV. Keep a Child Alive's (KCA) Black Ball brings celebrity and philanthropy together to fulfill hopes, dreams and raise funds for children and families affected by HIV in Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, Uganda and India. Hosted by KCA co-founder Alicia Keys, this event takes place in New York and has raised over $18.5 million since 2004. The evening features a cocktail party, seated dinner, live auction and unique musical performances and collaborations. The Black Ball is held annually in New York City and has been produced by Empire Entertainment. The Black Ball gala has also been held in London, England in 2008, 2010 and 2011.[1]
Every year, artists and other celebrities come together to support and perform to raise funds for the cause.[2][3][4] The Black Ball has featured performances from an array of artists including David Bowie, Bono, Patti Smith, Annie Lennox, Mary J. Blige, Jay-Z, John Mayer, Beyonce, Adele, Justin Timberlake, Carole King, and Roy Ayers.[5][2][3][6][7] Activists and philanthropists have also been honored at the Black Ball, including Oprah, former President Bill Clinton, Clive Davis, Youssou N'Dour, Sir Richard Branson, and Bono.[3][8] According to Keys, the Black Ball held in 2014 raised around 2.4 million dollars.[9]
- ^ www.keepachildalive.org
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- ^ "The Star-Studded Black Ball 2009: Alicia Keys, Chris Martin, John Mayer, David Bowie and More". Rolling Stone. October 22, 2009. Retrieved March 25, 2018.
- ^ "Alicia Keys to perform with Carole King at Black Ball charity concert". Digital Spy. September 20, 2013. Retrieved July 4, 2018.
- ^ "Chance The Rapper & Salt-N-Pepa to Join Alicia Keys as Performers at Keep A Child Alive's Black Ball". Billboard. September 26, 2016. Retrieved March 26, 2018.
- ^ "Alicia Keys Opens Up About Fighting HIV/AIDS, Black Ball Fundraiser". People. October 30, 2015. Retrieved March 25, 2018.