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Actor Ben Affleck, and former United Kingdom Prime Minister Tony Blair and others including Save the Children's Greenwich Leadership Council were recognized at the ceremony for their philanthropic work in helping children around the world.
Affleck was awarded the Global Child Advocate Award for his efforts as founder of the Eastern Congo Initiative. This organization has provided access to quality health services and preventative care for more than 23,000 women and 18,000 children. Blair received the Global Legacy award for his ongoing work for his foundation, the Africa Governance Initiative. Hearst, a decades-long trustee of Save the Children, received the National Humanitarian Award for having helped secure millions of dollars in funding for the organization’s early childhood development work in the United States and around the world.
The National Voices for Children Award for Save the Children’s Long Island and Greenwich Leadership Councils was recognized for spending 40 years raising awareness, fundraising, and engaging their local communities to make a difference for children in need throughout the world.
“This year’s gala honorees share an unwavering commitment to giving children living in the poorest, toughest places on earth a stronger start in life,” said Carolyn Miles, Save the Children president and CEO. “Through their work, more babies and toddlers are getting the right health care, early learning opportunities, and a greater chance to reach their full potential. The event was a special evening that shined the spotlight on the outstanding achievements of our guests of honor.”
The event was hosted by actress Jennifer Garner, Save the Children’s artist ambassador and trustee (and Affleck's wife). Grammy-winning vocalist Trisha Yearwood performed.
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