The
New York kickoff for this year's Alzheimer's Association
Rita Hayworth Gala took place September 17, 2008 at the New York
studio of fashion designer Naeem Khan. The evening
was hosted by Naeem Khan andRanjana Khan along
with Gala co-chairs Princess Yasmin Aga Khan and Allen
Brill. The evening was in anticipation of the Alzheimer's
Association Rita Hayworth Gala, themed “After 25 Years … A
Sparking Silver Celebration,” whichwill
take place on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 in the Grand Ballroom of
the Waldorf=Astoria Hotel.
The annual Rita Hayworth Gala is one of New York City's most
prestigious and successful fundraising events. Last year, the
Gala raised more than $2 million. Over the past 24 years,
the Rita Hayworth Galas in New York and Chicago have raised more
than $50 million for Alzheimer's Association care, support
and research programs. Princess Yasmin Aga Khanestablished
the Gala in memory of her mother, Rita Hayworth, who suffered from
the disease for many years before her death.
Lily Safra is the 2008 Rita Hayworth Award recipient
and the Hearst Corporation, Frank A. Bennack, Jr., vice
chairman and chief executive officer is the 2008 Corporate Award
recipient. Princess Yasmin Aga Khan and Allen
Brill are the Gala co- chairs, and Rolex Watch USA, Inc.
is Underwriting the Gala.
