Jay-Z announces the inaugural Shawn Carter Foundation Gala weekend this fall with including a blackjack tournament and black-tie gala.
Taking place at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida, the weekend-long event will host superstars for a glamorous time in the name of charity. The Shawn Carter Foundation Gala weekend exists as the organization’s only fundraiser this year. Attendees will experience a blackjack tournament, a black-tie gala, both a silent and live auction and performance from Alicia Keys.
“Equipping our youth with the tools to succeed will always be a priority for me and my family. I’m looking forward to continuing that mission at this year’s Shawn Carter Foundation Gala Weekend, where we’ll celebrate our scholars and continue to support young people in a meaningful way,” says Jay-Z.
The Shawn Carter Foundation was founded as a public charity in 2003 by Jay-Z and his mother Gloria Carter. The charity supports initiatives to empower youth and communities in need through programs such as the Scholarship Fund, College Prep and Exposure, International Exposure, Professional Development, Scholar Support, and Community & Goodwill Programs.
