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Atlanta’s most highly anticipated awards gala, fundraiser and cultural tradition, the 9th Annual LEDI International Life Changers Awards and Fundraising Gala, returns on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 5:30 PM EST at the Westin Atlanta Hotel Airport. This year’s theme, “Dare to Dream and Achieve the Impossible,” sets the tone for an unforgettable evening celebrating extraordinary leaders who have made a profound impact on their communities and beyond. On behalf of the Board of Directors of Liberia Economic Development Initiative (LEDI) and Honorary Event Chair, Thomas W. Dortch III, join Friends of LEDI from around the world as we celebrate the 2024 honorees:

Rennie Curran – Former NFL/UGA Bulldog, CEO of The Game Changers Foundation

Robert Dunn – Senior Regional Director, Boys and Girls Club of Atlanta

Sue Ann Hong-Whitaker – President andamp; CEO, The Center for Asian Pacific American Women

Korto Momolu – Fashion Designer, Activist andamp; Project Runway Season 5 Alum

Comer Yates – Executive Director, Atlanta Speech School

Hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Sharon Reed, this cultural celebration will feature a power networking and cocktail reception, multi-course dinner, live entertainment by Atlanta’s own, American Idol’s Cyniah Elise and traditional Liberian cultural dancer, Big Sister Fatou and many inspiring moments that reflect LEDI’s mission to reduce poverty and change lives.

Your support will benefit life-changing initiatives, including the construction of Liberia’s first modern public Library and Technology Center. Don’t miss out on this incredible evening of networking, impact and celebration!

Sponsorship, program book ads and silent auction donation opportunities are still available. Secure your tickets and more at www.ledifundraiser.org by October 14 and be a part of this inspirational night!

Attire: Black Tie, Formal or African Attire | Self-parking ($10) and valet parking ($30) are available at the venue.