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Salma Hayek's Gala Raises Millions for Women's Safety
10 Sep
Summary
- The Kering Foundation event aims to combat gender-based violence worldwide.
- Over one million survivors have received aid from the foundation's efforts.
- The event features celebrities, a performance by Rita Ora, and a silent auction.
The Kering Foundation's 5th annual Caring for Women event, hosted by Salma Hayek, is scheduled for September 10, 2026, in New York City. This gala supports the foundation's mission to provide safety for individuals facing gender-based violence. The company, founded in 2008, partners with local organizations across the U.S., U.K., Mexico, France, and South Korea.
To date, the Kering Foundation has aided over one million survivors through its network of more than 40,000 trained professionals. The event will feature appearances by notable figures such as Dakota Johnson, Pamela Anderson, and Simone Biles. Rita Ora is set to perform, with Paris Hilton handling DJ duties for the afterparty.
An online silent auction, accessible to the public for the first time, will offer items like a custom McQueen ensemble and a Saint Laurent trip to Paris. Previous events have raised significant funds, with last year's gala bringing in $4.5 million and the company's total raised exceeding $15 million. Salma Hayek emphasized the goal of empowering women and families to thrive, not just survive.
François-Henri Pinault, CEO of Kering, highlighted the company's commitment to community beyond financial success. He explained that his wife's work illuminated the pervasive reality of gender-based violence, motivating him to establish the foundation as a core corporate commitment.
