Second annual meet to be held on October 28th.
By The American Bazaar Staff
NEW YORK: Celebrity couple Ranjana and Naeem Khan have thrown their support, like they did last year, to the second annual fundraising event of the New York-based non-profit Wishwas, which focuses on empowering low-income immigrant women to assimilate within society and training them in vocational skills to make them financially self-sufficient.
“Wishwas needs the support of our community to help raise funds for our programs that help these women in need. Our annual celebration is an effort to meet our financial goals so we can continue to create a safe space where immigrant women can come together and develop confidence in their futures. We envision a world where all women will have the opportunity to achieve financial freedom,” said Wishwas Executive Director, Nivedita Chandrappa, in a press release.
The Diwali celebration gala will be held on October 28th at the fashion house of Naeem and Ranjana Khan, in Manhattan.
Naeem Khan, the Indian-born American fashion designer has styled Hollywood royalty such as Padma Lakshmi, Beyonce, Penelope Cruz, Eva Longoria, and many others. He also styled First Lady Michelle Obama, for the 2013 Oscars.
Board Chair for Wishwas and noted jewelry designer Ranjana Khan has been featured in top fashion magazines such as Allure and Marie Claire.
“Wishwas is close to my heart because it provides the skills that boost confidence in women in our lives. By providing them a safe environment to learn and grow, and becoming financially empowered, Wishwas has transformed the future of many women,” said Ranjana Khan, in a statement.
The glamorous cocktail reception will feature a fashion display of Naeem Khan’s Spring 2015 collection which recently debuted at New York Fashion Week. Guests will enjoy specialty hors d’oeuvres by Devi Restaurant, desserts by Chocal8Kiss, drinks by 1947 Beer and Wine34, cocktails by Fair-Trade Vodka, music, a silent auction and much more. There will also be special dance performances by classical dancer Sonali Skandan and SA Dance Company.
Neerja Public Relations is handling the event management and Public Relations for the gala.