HEARTS 4 HAITI, NYC\’s Young Professionals Raise Funds for Haiti\’s Disaster Relief

On Wednesday, January 20, 2010, a diverse group of New York City\’s young professionals of color will raise funds and supplies for Haiti. The HEARTS 4 HAITI coalition is comprised of professionals in the music, media and entertainment communities who want to provide immediate support to Haitians who have been affected by the massive earthquake that took place on January 12th. Hinging on the one-year anniversary of President Barack Obama\’s inauguration and his challenge to American\’s to \”give back\”, this event will raise funds and supplies for earthquake victims,, and will also celebrate the cultural contributions of Haiti through its music and art.

HEARTS 4 HAITI has partnered with two organizations: Doctors Without Borders and YELE Haiti. All monetary proceeds generated from the event will be donated to Doctors Without Borders with a designation to the Haiti Earthquake Relief Effort. All food, clothing and supply donations will be given to YELE Haiti.

HEARTS 4 HAITI will feature special performances showcasing the history and spirit of Haiti\’s culture. On the main level, renowned DJ\’s including DJ D-Nice, DJ Clue, and several others will incorporate the sounds of Haiti into their mainstream music sets. Downstairs in \”The Carnivale Lounge\” DJ Franky of the Untouchables will provide an exclusive musicquarium which includes the best of Haitian Konpa & Zouk.

\”HEARTS 4 HAITI is for NYC professionals who understand the importance of giving back to the world community,\” says Gardy V. Guerrier, one of the event HEART 4 HAITI organizers. \”By attending this event they will become the truest embodiment of the motto inscribed on the Haitian flag: strength through unity.\”

Guests will enjoy a complimentary open bar from 7:00pm until 8:30pm provided by Hennessy. \”Our hearts and prayers go out to those impacted by this terrible tragedy,\” says Noel Hankin, Hennessey\’s Sr. VP of Multicultural Relations. \”Hennessy is eager to do all we can to support the victims of the earthquake in Haiti and we have instituted a corporate double matching program for employee donations.\”

WHAT: HEARTS 4 HAITI – Invites You To Make a Difference

WHEN: Wednesday, January 20, 2010, 7:00pm – Midnight

Open bar 7pm-8:30pm compliments Hennessy

WHERE: ARENA
135 W. 41st Street between (Broadway/6th Ave)

COVERING MEDIA CHECK-IN ONLY: 6:30pm

Please Note: CONFIRMATION WILL ONLY BE AVAILABLE TO COVERING MEDIA ONLY. Please RSVP your coverage with Name and affiliation to Ra-Fael@2RsEntandMedia.com or SyretaJOglesby@gmail.com by 3:00pm on Wednesday w/ HEARTS 4 HAITI on subject line.

Music by: DJs Clue, D-Nice, Franky, Jon Quick, Kiss, Mick Boogie, M.O.S., Ted Smooth, & Tony Touch

WHO: Hearts for Haiti Host Committee:
Andrea Price, Arlene Pitterson, Blacklight Ent., Calcie Cooper,Demetria Lucas, Derrin Woodhouse, DJ Big Des, DJ CEO, DJ Cosi, DJ Herbert Holler, Dr. Lee Gause, Ed Freiberg, Edgar Taveras, Eric Soler, Esther-Mireya Tejeda, Fabrice Armand, Fred Cool Out, Gardy Guerrier, Gary Grant, George Sepulveda, Gerold Picard, Grae Enterprises, Hen Rock, J. Medina, James Cruz, Joseph Solis, Kevin Powell, L. Boogs, Laura Stylez, Red Carpet Entertainment, L-Mani V, Lola and Tom Patrick-Odeen, Lord Sear, Mack Petion, Marc Smooth, Marlene Taveras, MIH Icons, N3P Media, Obinna Onyeagoro, Omar Hamilton, Paul Estevez, ParlourMagazine.com, Persaud Brothers, Pulse Greek Network, Roman, Sacajawea Hall, Shane & Shawn Ward, Shawn Pecas, Shon Miller, Syreta OglesbyStone Jackson, The Kid Daytona, Walker, Tiza Alejandro, Tony Martinez, Yardley Messeroux and 2R\’s Entertainment & Media.

Minimum donation: $20. All additional amounts are welcomed

We also encourage all to bring one or more of the following items: Blankets, Nutritional bars/granola bars, solar flash lights, clothes, feminine products, shoes, candles/matches, medicine, first aid kit, and purification tablets (to purify water for drinking).

For more information please do not hesitate in contacting Ra-Fael Blanco at 646.326.4803 or via email at Ra-Fael@2RsEntandMedia.com or Syreta Oglesby at SyretaJOglesby@gmail.com.