Friday, June 17, 2005
First Fundraiser Will Set the Stage for the Apollo Foundation
As reported in Crain's New York Business, the Apollo Foundation's first fundraiser is a few days away with a gala benefit scheduled for Monday evening, June 20th.
The event will feature performances by singer Vanessa Williams, gospel star Bebe Winans and R&B group Boyz II Men. Honorees include Sandy and Joan Weill, Charles Rangel and Spike and Tonya Lewis Lee.
It has been reported that the world-famous theater had been experiencing years of financial troubles. Said the Apollo's new president, Jonelle Procope, the new, not-for-profit foundation "... is dedicated to the preservation and development of the theater."
Proceeds will go to fund the general operations.
The event will feature performances by singer Vanessa Williams, gospel star Bebe Winans and R&B group Boyz II Men. Honorees include Sandy and Joan Weill, Charles Rangel and Spike and Tonya Lewis Lee.
It has been reported that the world-famous theater had been experiencing years of financial troubles. Said the Apollo's new president, Jonelle Procope, the new, not-for-profit foundation "... is dedicated to the preservation and development of the theater."
Proceeds will go to fund the general operations.
