UNITED FOR KIDS FOUNDATION PARTNERS WITH ICY PR TO HELP CHILDREN IN NIGERIA, ONE CHILD AT A TIME
United for Kids Foundation (UKF) announces its first Fundraising Ball scheduled for October 12th 5:00 P.M. at the beautiful Clear Essence California Resort & Spa located at 13, Alexander Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
MIAMI, FL (October 2, 2012) — The United for Kids Foundation announces a public relations and concept development partnership with ICY PR to accelerate development and fundraising efforts of the organization. ICY PR is very proud to be associated with a charity organization whose goal is to improve the lives of Nigerian children who are potential leaders and influencers of tomorrow. The mission of UKF is to heal Nigeria, and indeed the World, One Child, One Heart and One Smile at a time. UKF and ICY PR will be committed to efforts that will enable creating long-term solutions to address problems facing children from socially and economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
“I am sincerely excited about partnering with United for Kids Foundation to help create better awareness for this organization. For years, we have been looking for the right not-for-profit in Nigeria to partner with and after 10 years of UKF’s hard work in Nigeria, this partnership came at a perfect time. Being in a position to directly have an impact on the lives of young children in Nigeria is humbling, and I am honored to be a part of it all.”- Yetunde Taiwo, Executive Director, ICY Public Relations.
United for Kids Foundation (UKF) will be hosting its first ball, the UKF PASSION BALL 2012, a Black Tie event, an evening of elegance and glamour to create awareness and raise funds for 2013 education and healthcare programs. It takes place on Friday, October 12th at 5:00 P.M. at the beautiful Clear Essence California Resort & Spa located at 13, Alexander Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria. The general public can confirm acceptance of their presence at the ball by supporting the foundation via e-mail donations@unitedforkids.com. All proceeds go to providing and supporting the many children that UKF supports every day.
The PR efforts will include adopting new strategies to interest a more extensive public involvement by implementing membership opportunities and special events for everyone who would like to be a part of this worthy cause. To be a part of this, kindly visit the website for more information at www.unitedforkidsfoundation.org
“We are excited about this partnership with such a great team of experts. We have been working in the background for 10 years and believe that it is time to give more Nigerians and friends of Nigeria the opportunity to provide sustainable solutions to the big challenges and problems facing less privileged children in the Nigerian society.” -Tope Ganiyat Fajingbesi, Founder, United For Kids Foundation
About UKF
United for Kids Foundation (UKF) is a charitable organization established exclusively for charitable and educational activities aimed principally at less privileged children in Nigeria. Our aim is to create a bridge between fortunate Nigerians and the less fortunate sick and orphaned children. Since UKF was founded in 2002, we have selected 1 teaching hospital and 4 orphanages as beneficiaries of our activities, we have partnered with them to upgrade facilities, provide financial assistance for prescription drugs/medical tests, educational materials, food, beverages and household supplies in order to alleviate the suffering and discomfort encountered by the children. Our projects include monthly visits to the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (Ikeja General Hospital)- Patients Pre/Post-Recovery Support, Annual ‘Back to School’ Project, Festive Period Activities (Christmas and Eid), Facilities repairs and rehabilitation, Young Readers’ Club (Future Project) and ‘Adopt’ a Child (Future Project)
“Stephanie Daily” blends of fashion, beauty, life, and give-aways all in her brand new interactive blog!
The site is aimed to boost spirits and keep you up to date on the actress! And also the interactive channel, “Talk to Steph” that gives visitors the opportunity to help each other solve daily challenges.
“It’s my own personal space for me to interact with the wonderful fans I have been blessed with. It’s called Stephanie Daily for a reason – that means, everyday there’s something new to talk about. So now there’s an actual platform that draws me closer to the people who believe in what I do.” –Stephanie Linus
Stephanie Daily is daring, charismatic, informative and screams spunk! ICY loves spunk!
Soulful Afro-Pop Inspirational Singer/Songwriter TolumiDE is at it again! She releases “More than you’ll ever know” – Single and Official Remix Video from ‘My Love’ album featuring award winning Ghanaian Hip Hop artist, D-Black – Da Ghana Bwouy, BET’s Best International Act: Africa Award Nominee 2011.
“More than you’ll ever know” produced by Terry Poindexter, is a sultry love song declaring true love ‘Me Do Wo’, in the midst of common challenges couples face every day. The blend of English, Ghanaian (Twi) and Nigerian (Yoruba) languages and D-Black’s hit rap verse gives the listener an emotional connection with the power of love and cross-cultural fusion.
“Working with TolumiDE was very different as she showed a lot of professionalism… I have been a fan of her music before we met at the 2010 Channel O Awards in South Africa; I felt it was the right timing for this collaboration to happen. The message of the song is also true- Relationships don’t always go right and no one is perfect, however love is the key to having a successful relationship. That’s the story we told through this song and I loved every bit of making this song and the video…” – D-Black, Artist
More than you’ll ever know” Remix Video featuring D-Black (http://youtu.be/vHuBpeL2kPE) was directed by Antar Hanif of Team1kfilms Production Company with Nia Malika Dixon as the 1st AD. Associate Producers include Tayo Abereoje (Black Royal Pictures) and Cucillo Consad (Beyond Sight Pictures). The song has an original lyric video (http://youtu.be/NSYxQsC4FI4) which features Choreography & Dance by Scott Rink & Zenas Tobi Okanlawon and is directed by Tayo Abereoje and evokes as much passion as the Remix video.
TolumiDE “More than you’ll ever know” original and remix is available on iTunes, amazon & CDbaby – http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/tolumide6 – The single also available on ‘My Love’ Album.
The recipient of the coveted Nigeria Entertainment Award for Best Female R&B Artist has already been recognized in the motherland as one of the brightest music stars of the day. TolumiDE showcases her African flair and World Urban Soul musical style at a number of concerts, festivals, churches and other prestigious venues. In addition to being a sought- after vocalist, TolumiDE also sings with Toby Foyeh and Orchestra Africa; Tosin Aribisala and AfriKan Rhapsody. Other acts she has opened for include Salif Keita, Burning Spear, 2face Idibia, P-Square and D’Banj.
Fans can connect with TolumiDE on her Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Reverbnation or through her website. Website: www.TolumiDEmusic.com, Follow on Twitter: @TolumiDE.
StyleWeek Resort Miami attracts over 900 guests, July 10-14
The inaugural StyleWeek Resort Miami produced by StyleWeek LLC and presented by Alessandra Gold took off on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at the Alessandra Gold Concept Store.
It was a great success, with engaging reviews from the media and fashion enthusiasts alike. The week long event which was hosted at the newly restored, pristine Temple House featured designers like Hope Macdonald, Richard Petit, Camille Jeanay, Amanda Perna, Tess Johnson, Alessandra Gold, Jessica Abernethy, Jonathan Joseph Peters and Janeane Marie, (both from Project Runway Season 7) was well attended with over 900 guests present including fashion enthusiasts, media, press and fashion lovers who all appreciated the edge of resort wear fitting for the Miami Lifestyle.
The StyleWeek Resort Miami headliner was Alessandra Gold, who ended the show in style with Miami’s Number one dance crew who have made appearances on America’s Best Dance Crew and America’s Got Talent:”Illmatik Phlow”, Choreographed by Leo Chavez who choreographed for the movie “Rock of Ages”. The runway after party wrapped up at the unique Rokbar Miami. The week long fashion event ended with a sample sale and shopping event at The Alessandra Gold Concept Store on Saturday, July 14th from 1:00pm-10:00pm. Here, everyone picked their favorite looks from the runway and shopped with a 20% discount off!
Each designers collection highlighted fabrics that ranged from satin lame, to lace to recycled plastic soda bottles , sequence, linen, silk and more. The contemporary yet colorful appeal of each piece on the runway was an ideal representation of resort wear Miami Style.
StyleWeek LLC. would like to thank everyone and members of the media who attended StyleWeek Resort Miami. Also a special gratitude to Swarovski, Showroom 305, Jeffrey Lubin Productions, Presidente Beer, Nuvo, Alessandra Gold, Alex & Ani Beauty, TONY MAJOR events, Brilliance New York (created all the makeup and hair looks seen on the runway.), Sergio Zelcer, RokBar, The Temple House and ICY PR all it sponsors for making this inaugural event a success.
“StyleWeek Resort was an unbelievable event – showcasing brilliant, young designers – flawlessly executed, beautifully wrapped and delivered. The audience ate it up. A must see event. And of course, Temple House was a great fit as the new spectacular venue that just hit the scene. Thank you for the opportunity.”- Daniel Davidson, The Temple House
Studio D’Maxsi announces the premiere launch of her new collection at the Africa Fashion Week New York. Afua Sam of Studio D-Maxsi will present her collection at Africa Fashion Week New York, Saturday, July 14th, 2012 at 7 pm. The show will take place at the 41, Broad Street Ballroom in New York’s Financial District. Afua Sam is excited about the opportunity, she says
“This is so special in the history of Studio D’Maxsi; it is our first appearance at the AFWNY and a great honor to launch the latest collection there. This new collection is eclectic; my fabrics are a mixture of western and have a touch of AFRICA. My colors are bold and bright, blue, gold, black, white and purple. I chose those colors because it represents my Country GHANA and AFRICA. I’m excited”.
Celebrated as an innovative, sophisticated and edgy women’s wear line for the modern woman, Studio D-Maxsi’s unique designs are for the sexy, classy, funky, chic and confident woman. Born to a family of six, remarkably self-taught Afua draws her creative artistic inspiration from her rich Ghanaian culture. “Over the years, Afua’s sense of strength and purpose has grown tremendously allowing her to broaden her horizons and use her experience to create an empire; a legacy that her children could inherit. Her vision and focus led to Studio D-MAXSI”. Hard work, determination, and self-sacrifice kept Afua motivated and needless to say, eventually landed Studio D’Maxsi as the lead designer at the forthcoming AFWNY 2012. For more information about Studio D’Maxsi’s feature at AFWNY 2012, please visitwww.afwny.com/designers/studio-d-maxsi
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