Eva Longoria to be guest of honour at 14th Global Gift Gala

Marbella’s council has reaffirmed its support for the 14th Global Gift Gala, a fundraising event for Casa Ángeles, a day centre in the city helping children with special needs or social vulnerabilities and their families. 

The gala, set for July 20 at the Gran Meliá Don Pepe Hotel, will feature actress Eva Longoria as guest of honour, along with philanthropist and Casanis Group CEO Zazou Belounis. According to 

Isabel Cintado is the Councillor for Social Rights. The event will be “emblematic” and celebrate “togetherness social inclusion and hope.” 

Speaking at the presentation with María Bravo, founder of the Global Gift Foundation and Casa Ángeles, Cintado called the centre “a home of support that, with dedicated professionals, transforms lives.” She stressed that all children should have equal opportunities, regardless of their ability, and expressed her hope for a greater success.

Bravo thanked the council and sponsors, while discussing the gala’s role in sustaining Casa Ángeles, which serves 2,246 children and 739 families with 121 weekly therapies. The event will feature a performance by singer Laura Pausini and appearances by celebrities like Vicky Martín Berrocal, former NBA player Shawn Elliott, actor Enrique Arce, Amaury Nolasco, and presenter Alan Thatcher. Hollywood actors (perhaps Adrien Brody) are also expected to be announced. Kevin Fearnley will receive the Global Gift Philanthropreneur Award. On July 19, a pre-gala will take place at Mamzel Finca Besaya.