Los Angeles, CA — Acclaimed actress and dedicated humanitarian Salma Hayek Pinault is set to be honored with the prestigious Giving Tree Award at the highly anticipated 2023 Baby2Baby Gala presented by Paul Mitchell. The star-studded event is scheduled to take place on November 11 in Los Angeles, where Hayek Pinault will be celebrated for her exceptional dedication to improving the lives of children in need worldwide.
The Giving Tree Award, an annual accolade, is bestowed upon a public figure who has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the welfare of underprivileged children across the globe. Past recipients of this esteemed award include renowned personalities such as Amy Adams, Jessica Alba, Drew Barrymore, Vanessa Bryant, Jennifer Garner, Kate Hudson, Kim Kardashian, Gwyneth Paltrow, Chrissy Teigen, and Kerry Washington.
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Salma Hayek Pinault, who has been actively involved in philanthropic endeavors for nearly four decades, expressed her deep gratitude upon receiving news of the honor. She stated, “I am so honored to be receiving the Giving Tree Award from Baby2Baby. My 39 years of involvement in supporting the well-being of women and children give me a deep appreciation and admiration for their heartfelt commitment and efficiency to get the job done. I am very proud to share their mission and am eager to keep learning from these remarkable women.”
Hayek Pinault’s advocacy and humanitarian efforts span a wide range of critical causes. She played a pivotal role in lobbying Congress for the extension of the Violence Against Women Act. Additionally, she co-founded The Kering Foundation, an organization at the forefront of initiatives aimed at liberating women worldwide from sexual, physical, and emotional abuse. Collaborating with Gucci, Hayek Pinault established Chime For Change, a program dedicated to advancing the education, health, and justice of girls.
In 2015, she undertook a poignant visit to Syrian refugee camps in Lebanon alongside UNICEF and initiated the “Chime for Education” campaign, raising essential funds for the education of refugee children. Her philanthropic efforts did not stop there. In 2017, Hayek Pinault spearheaded fundraising campaigns for earthquake victims in Mexico, contributing to the collection of nearly a million dollars for UNICEF. During this disaster relief effort, she partnered with the PepsiCo. Foundation and Habitat for Humanity to provide 180 houses for displaced earthquake victims. Hayek Pinault remains actively engaged in various pressing social justice issues and has long been a staunch supporter of several leading nonprofit organizations, including Girl Effect, The Cameron Boyce Foundation, and Fondo Semilla.
Norah Weinstein and Kelly Sawyer Patricof, co-CEOs of Baby2Baby, commended Salma Hayek Pinault for her extensive work on behalf of vulnerable children and families. They highlighted her dedication to combating social injustices, her invaluable contributions to disaster relief efforts, and her unwavering support for refugee children. Salma’s tireless efforts align perfectly with the core values that the Giving Tree Award represents, and they praised her for using her platform to amplify resources and opportunities for women and girls. The co-CEOs expressed their deep excitement in recognizing and celebrating her extraordinary commitment to these essential causes.
The 2023 Baby2Baby Gala promises to be a momentous occasion, honoring a true champion of children’s rights and welfare, Salma Hayek Pinault. The event will gather prominent figures from the entertainment industry and the philanthropic world to celebrate her exceptional contributions and to raise vital funds for Baby2Baby’s mission of providing essentials to children in need. This year’s gala will undoubtedly underscore the power of compassion and dedicated action in making a meaningful impact on the lives of the most vulnerable among us.
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