Driving Force Giving Circle (DFGC), a nonprofit organization founded by Serena Williams, Common and Chicago Bears’ linebacker James Anderson, celebrate its launch by throwing a one of a kind karaoke fundraiser at Jelsomino in New York City. The charitable organization is committed to getting the community involved and aid philanthropic organizations that are effective and efficient.
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As guests sipped on their specialty Caliche rum and Casamigos tequila cocktail, funnyman Ricky “Rickonia” Smith provided a little comedy relief as he hosted the karaoke and live auction. Smith live auction antics helped the Driving Force Giving Circle generate $8,000 donation for a day in the recording studio and co-founder Common. Other big hit items included a trip to Paris for the Roland Garros 2013 French Open (complete with hotel and airfare), VIP passes to all four days of The Barclays Liberty National Golf Championship in New Jersey and VIP passes to Lollapalooza 2013. Proceeds from the event benefited The Serena Williams Fund, Huddle Up!, and other Driving Force Giving Circle initiatives.
Visit www.drivingforcegc.org to see how you can get involved.