On Saturday, November 12, New York’s fabulous Sony Hall welcomed hundreds of guests for a glorious evening of dinner, dance, and a live show. Issa Trust Foundation’s For The Children Charity Gala, NYC — held under the distinguished patronage of wife of the Prime Minister of Jamaica, Member of Parliament, and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Juliet Holness, and under the auspices of the Consul General of Jamaica, New York Alsion Roach Wilson — brought out members of the Jamaican Diaspora in the New York area, Jamaicans who jetted to the Big Apple, as well as Couples Resorts’ faithfuls who joined forces to raise funds to build a health centre in Ocho Rios.

With stellar performances from legendary Third World band, a spirited set from Leon & The Peoples, and chairman of the Issa Trust Foundation and Deputy Chairman of Couples Resorts Paul Issa, with the help of patron Juliet Holness leading the proceeding, the lofty goal of US$200,000 was doubled, with a whopping US$417,000 being raised.