Maria Bravo, Global Gift Foundation co-founder celebrated on May 10th, 2018. The 7th Global Gift Initiative Cannes 2018 at the Intercontinental Carlton Beach Club in Cannes, France. The Hollywood star Luke Evan was awarded the honorous prize Global Gift Philanthropist Award for his hard humanitarian work.

To the celebration assisted famous personalities such as Katheryn Winnick, Luke Evans, Tonya Kinzinger, Fabienne Carat, Jimmy Jean-Louis, Daniel Levi, Mia Frye, Alicia Fall, Newell Debbouze, or the winning actress of a Golden Globe, Regina Taylor, among many others.

Cannes, May 10th, 2018. After the incredible success of the latest philanthropist initiatives in London and Paris, Maria Bravo returned to Cannes to celebrate one of her most exclusive gala, The Global Gift Initiative in which this year turn its seventh consecutive year.

British actor Luke Evans awarded with the grand prize Global Gift Philanthropist Award at the Cannes Global Gift Initiative May 10, 2018

Proceeded from the first Global Gift Nelson Mandela Centenary Dinner in London on April 24th in which the  Spanish actress, philanthropist & Global Gift Foundation founder, Maria Bravo joined passions with the Nelson Mandela Foundation, for an initiative in which both foundations pay tribute to the South African Philanthropist and Politician, celebrating the beginning of a strong alliance through which they will jointly work to improve Human Rights conditions, such as freedom, equality, and social justice

The 2nd charity which was celebrated on April 25th at the emblematic Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris shone thanks to the 8th edition of The Global Gift Gala in the French capital. Personalities of all areas enjoyed a magical evening where Emma Bunton's philanthropic work was prized with the Global Gift Philanthropist Award.

Maria Bravo, who was accompanied on both initiatives by actress and singer Vanessa Willians, thanked her for her amazing charitable work and in particular her commitment to the Global Gift Foundation: "She is a shining example of a true philanthropist and we are so grateful for her generosity and sublime talent.”

Maria Bravo, Luke Evans, Katheryn Winnick and Tonya Kinzinger at the Cannes Global Gift Initiative May 10, 2018

The Cannes Global Gift Initiative 7th edition was celebrated on May 10th within the iconic setting at the Cannes Film Festival, at the Intercontinental Carlton Beach Club. Famous personalities from all areas such as Tonya Kinzinger, Fabienne Carat, Jimmy Jean-Louis, Daniel Levi, Mia Frye, Alicia Fall, Newell Debbouze, or the winning actress of a Golden Globe, Regina Taylor, among many others that did not want to miss this annual and international event created by the Spanish Maria Bravo.

This time in Cannes, the Global Gift Foundation Initiative featured an exceptional guest, Hollywood actor Luke Evans which was awarded due to his humanitarian work and the constant fight against inequality with the Global Gift Philanthropist Award.

Maria Bravo said “I am so proud to be celebrating the work that Luke Evans has done to help highlight the plight of those less fortunate. Luke has supported the Global Gift Gala in London and we felt he was the perfect person to award at this year’s Gala. The evening will be a truly special night and we cannot wait to make a difference”.

Luke Evans said: "It's an honor to accept this award from the Global Gift Foundation and I'm hugely excited to share this evening with many other inspirational people doing incredible work. I hope we can raise lots of money to contribute further to those that need it most." Luke has worked with different NGO's including Prince Trust and spearheading the successful #Raiseyourhand campaign with Bvlgari & Save the Children to provide education programs via mobile learning centers in impoverished areas, often pushing the children to further their education creating a tangible difference to their lives to over 155,000 children. Luke traveled to the slums in Mumbai and while the extreme levels of poverty shocked him, seeing the children learning to read and write was invaluable.

Maria Bravo and Katheryn Winnick announcing the Global Gift Philanthropist Award at the Cannes Global Gift Initiative May 10, 2018

Another protagonist of the night was the Canadian actress Katheryn Winnick, best known for her role in the series "Vikings", who wanted to support the work of her friend Maria Bravo.

A Selfie made by Maria Bravo with Luke Evans, Katheryn Winnick and guest list at the Cannes Global Gift Initiative May 10, 2018

The Global Gift Initiative was specially supported by Tonya Kinzinger who presented the gala. A special guest performance by Julian Perretta whose hit single ‘Miracle’ was number 1 in 13 countries and is currently enjoying chart success with his new single “On The Line”, an amazing flamenco show by the Global Gifter Sabrina Romero, and the performance of the talented pianist, Omar Harfouch.

During the event, Maria Bravo was surrounded by various sponsors, JetsMaster, and GAURA, An official sponsor of Global Gift: "We are truly grateful to support the Global Gift Foundation. We feel a great respect for the complete dedication and the tireless efforts that are made to improve the quality of life of children, women and the disabled, for which we are pleased to be part of this wonderful action and contribute to spreading a current of care in our society, and showing love towards those who need it most", said the brand's CEO, Masami Arii.

GAURA is a company specializing in hydrogen water dispensers for both business and domestic use, beauty products and other hydrogen-related products. As there are numerous studies that show that hydrogen has positive effects for the treatment of eczema, diabetes and other diseases, the company is developing products that promote anti-aging and a healthy lifestyle. GAURA is firmly committed to improving the quality of life of the most disadvantaged through the donation of a part of their profits. A business philosophy that they hope to share with other entities to help make this world a better place.

Contact Information

Official website: www.globalgiftgala.com

Official website: www.globalgiftfoundation.org

Email address: press@globalgiftfoundation.org

Contact number: +34 677 468 613

About Fundación Global Gift

Global Gift Foundation was created in 2013 by philanthropist, Maria Bravo. The foundation provides shelter, food, clothing, education and medical care to children and women in need, anywhere in the world. The foundation also addresses people at risk of social exclusion, regardless of race, religion, sex, and age, as well as funding study programs to find solutions of rare or chronic diseases. Casa Global Gift is the first multifunctional center for children with so-called “rare” or chronic diseases that the foundation is implanting in Marbella.

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