Restoring Hope Gala – Unlocking Potential Globally —

“Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier!” On Thursday Sept. 24th, When In Need Foundation hosted its “Mission of Mercy” Gala – Unlocking Potential Globally at the Antun’s Hall in NY dedicated to supporting Children’s Causes globally. The gala was geared towards advancing the work When In Need Foundation has done globally which started more than 2 decades ago under the visionary leadership of its founder and CEO, Ms. Chetachi Ecton…. This work has positively impacted over 10,000 individuals particularly women and children, supporting 150 students in their educational endeavors, partnering with 30 orphanages, 5 hospitals and 6 schools. The event showcased the expanse of WIN with MOM’s global work demonstrating an unwavering commitment towards bettering the lives of those in need.

Big Congratulations once again to Global Changer Award Honorees ; Adrienne Adams – Civic Leadership, Pierre Alexander – Technology Development, Cristy Barber – Entertainment, Pastor Saroya Byrd-McKinney – Leadership, Cynthia Dibartolo, Esq – Legislative Excellence, Marie Lourdes Elgirus – Education, Juanita Faulkner – Arts, Cynthia Gresham – International Trends & Arts, Adjoa Gzifa – Future Scholars, Dr. Rukiya A. Jeffers – Health, Oby Okpala – Health, Al Perna – Civics Leadership, Prakash Patil – Art & Culture. Special Thanks to New York State Senator James Sanders, Jr. for his amazing keynote address, New York State Senator Leroy Cromie, special guests – Vicky Jeudy (Actress, Orange is the new Black), Samantha Shay-NY National Miss, 2015, Top Chef Ron Duprat, Performers, Duke Jones, Ms. Bodega, Master of Ceremony – Fred Buggs of 107.5 WBLS, our guests, corporate sponsors, friends, for your generous donations, time and support. We appreciate you very much for being part of our vision of transforming lives and creating impact one child, one country at a time! To support our mission and lend a helping hand to those in need, please continue to support our cause at www.winfound.org/donation Many Thanks! View Full Pictures of the event at : https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1631605813762056.1073741892.1410198025902837&type=3 Some snapshots….