The Big Ball raises over AED940,000 for the benefit of underpriviledged children across the region |
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October 28, 2008 Dubai United Arab Emirates - The Big Ball 2008, the exclusive media initiative fundraiser event held in June 2008 successfully raised a remarkable AED 942, 820 which will be utilized to fund UNICEF's Adopt-a-School Programme in the Baalbek region, Lebanon, Dubai Autism Center and the Red Crescent Society of the UAE for the benefit of the region's less fortunate children.
The amount raised was 150% more than what was raised last year when The Big Ball fundraiser mobilized AED 375,000 towards UNICEF's projects for underprivileged school children in Lebanon.
Last week, The Big Ball team formally presented a cheque, of AED 565,700 to UNICEF's Adopt-A-School Programme and donated AED 188,560 each to the Dubai Autism Center and Red Crescent Society to support their initiatives.
Lauding the initiative and extending his gratitude to the organizers for their generosity, Tarek Shayya, Chief of Fundraising and Partnerships, UNICEF Gulf Area said, "We are honored to be part of such a passionate project and for having the opportunity to work with such a dynamic team of creative professionals. This contribution by The Big Ball 2008 will provide much needed support to two new schools in the Baalbek region of Lebanon. We look forward to next year's collaboration."
Meanwhile, Sara Baqer, Community Services Coordinator for Dubai Autism Center said, "On behalf of our honorable board and staff, I wish to express my gratitude to the team of Big Ball for all their efforts in supporting DAC's initiatives. The media has been instrumental in spreading awareness about The Big Ball which was organized in an evening of splendor. I am convinced that this collaboration will develop into a mutually beneficial long-term relationship and their contribution will definitely be witnessed through our campaigns and events."
This year's auction included a list of exquisite items including a 5 night stay at Six senses Hideaway Zighy Bay Resort; an Elie Saab crocodile purse; Artwork by the renowned artist Wajih Nahlé; a weekend at Le Meridien's Al Aqah Beach, Fujairah; an exclusive photo of Ray Charles donated personally by the photographer Gilles Philipot and the Big Ball Celebrity Collage with handwritten notes from Celine Dion, Mahumud Yassin, Nancy Ajram, Nelly Furtado, Omar Sharif, Paulo Coelho, Rahul Bose, Sharon Stone, Sir Bob Geldof, Tony Shaloub and Wajih Nahlé.
In support of the initiative, Nancy Ajram put forward her own Giorgio Armani gown to be auctioned. She said, "The Big Ball is doing a wonderful thing and I'm happy to support it. I came for my love of children and because I want to help underprivileged children find a happy place in this world. Children inspired my latest album 'Shakhbat Shakhabit and especially the song Resala lel3alam' (A Message to the World).'"
The Big Ball aims to restore the joy of childhood and gift of education to less fortunate children, the world over. The high-profile event was supported by The Consul General of Lebanon, her Excellency Madame Donna Turk and was presented by Blink Studios and supported by Platinum Corporation (Gold Sponsor); Enjaz, therightslawyers, GMMOS (Silver Sponsors); Dubai TV and 7Days (Media Sponsors); Action Impact (Event Production Sponsor); and LeoBurnett (Creative Sponsor) and BKP Studios and African & Eastern.
The Big Ball's 3rd event will take place on April 2, 2009. For sponsorship opportunities, please visit: www.thebigball.org.
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About The Big Ball:
The Big Ball is an annual opportunity for those in the creative industry to gather and celebrate, not for recognition, but to uphold the nobility of the human spirit, and mobilize resources for charitable causes. Founded by Mr. Barry Kirsch, a veteran music composer and owner of BKP Music, The Big Ball 2008 includes an appointed hands-on committee of only 12 opinion leaders from the advertising, marketing, public relations, production and communications sectors to undertake various responsibilities within the organization of The Big Ball event and help create a difference in the lives of underprivileged children.
About UNICEF:
UNICEF is on the ground in over 150 countries and territories to help children survive and thrive, from early childhood through adolescence. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.
About Blink Studios:
Blink Studios, based in Dubai, is a production house for television, motion pictures, corporate and industrial productions as well as 3D animation facilities, and caters to the overwhelming demand for unique corporate identities and publications, as a full production solution.
For further information, please contact:
Farah Ibrahim
Media Relations Manager
TRACCS Dubai
P: + 971 4 3672530
E: farah.ibrahim@traccs.net
© Press Release 2008
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