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Selena Gomez's Rare Impact Fund Raises $600K for Youth Mental Health
30 Oct
Summary
- Selena Gomez hosted 3rd annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit
- Raised over $600,000 in commitments for mental health organizations
- Emphasized importance of mental health, especially for young people
On October 30, 2025, Selena Gomez hosted the third annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit in Los Angeles. The event supported Gomez's Rare Impact Fund, which she founded in 2020 with a mission to mobilize $100 million for organizations increasing global access to youth mental health services and education.
Comedian Jimmy Kimmel served as the host for the evening, which also featured performances from Laufey and The Marías. Gomez kicked off the event by acknowledging that mental health is still a "weird and hard topic" for many, but emphasized that "progress is possible."
Gomez spoke about the importance of the Rare Impact Fund, stating that "we're living in a world where pressure, especially on young people, has never been greater." She highlighted the impact of social media, including bullying and suicide, and encouraged the audience to take breaks from their phones, even if just for an hour.
The benefit raised over $600,000 in commitments on site, with guests including musician Benny Blanco, rapper Lil Dicky, and author Jay Shetty. Kimmel joked that the event was a "great way to make up" for those who forgot to get Gomez and Blanco a wedding gift.
