Haitian Heroes and Philanthropists to be Honored at NYC Gala.

Jan. 12, 2012 - PRLog -- WHAT:   1199 SEIU First Annual "We Care for Haiti" Gala

Proceeds from this celebration will support the Survival Kit Drive for the Women of Haiti Initiative. Awards will be presented to deserving public figures, such as 1199 SEIU, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Deputy Mayors, New York City Chancellor Dennis M. Walcott, Police Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly, former Governor David Paterson, Wyclef Jean, and celebrity photographer Marc Baptiste. Councilman Mathieu Eugene will present citations in recognition of individual efforts.


WHEN:   Saturday January 14, 2012 6:30 PM


WHERE:    1199 SEIU, 330 West 42nd Street – Penthouse, New York, NY


About 1199SEIU “We Care For Haiti Program”
On January 12th, 2010, an earthquake measuring a magnitude of 7.0 on the Richter scale left the already impoverished Caribbean nation of Haiti in a state of devastation. In response to the humanitarian crisis formed in the aftermath of the earthquake, 1199SEIU has partnered with UNICEF and various non-profit organizations, community leaders, media outlets, politicians and government agencies. The collaboration effort will be used to mobilize the community at large and help direct the generosity of the concerned public. 1199SEIU will use its resources and organizing ability to make the relief effort more efficient and also play a role in the rebuilding process of Haiti.

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