Devoted to the advancement of education for young women; The Soledad O¡¦Brien + Brad Raymond Foundation hosted their 2nd Annual New Orleans in the Hamptons Gala at a private residence in Bridgehampton, NY.
The Soledad O¡¦Brien + Brad Raymond Foundation is dedicated to providing gifted young women new opportunities for achievement by supplying them with the tools they need to ensure a brighter future. Inspired by their personal life experiences the power duo quietly awarded scholarships out of their own pockets for years. Starting the foundation was a natural progression that is currently providing scholarship and mentorship to 12 girls.
Celebrity support at the gala included:
„h Pharrell Williams
„h Russell Simmons
„h Kevin & Erica Liles
„h June Ambrose
„h Allen Houston
„h Dr. Steve Perry
„h Ervin Mayfield
„h Alina Cho
The fabulous event kicked off with a cocktail hour with a live jazz entertainment by Jaz Sawyer Trio. Target, the presenting sponsor provided a chic VIP lounge including a lighted , signature cocktails provided by Belvedere Vodka, and a photo booth. Attendees enjoyed an amazing New Orleans themed dinner under the main tent complete with Crawfish Spring Rolls, Jambalaya, Shrimp and Grits, Bourbon Chicken and many other tasty delights. Grammy award-winning trumpeter, Irvin Mayfield and the New Orleans Jazz Playhouse Revue provided dancing music to finish off the spectacular evening.
Corporate supporters included: Target Corporation, American Family Insurance, SmartWater and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney; with additional support from Delta, L¡¦Oreal & Belvedere. Steve & Marjorie Harvey, L.A. Reid & Lisa Stone (BlogHER) served as the 2012 event chairpersons.
Proceeds from New Orleans in the Hamptons will fund scholarships to recipients of the Soledad O¡¦Brien + Brad Raymond Foundation. For more information about the foundation please visit obrienraymondfoundation.com
