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The Light For Life Charity Gala is an exclusive evening of spectacular cultural celebration and charitable giving. The 2024 event on Saturday 09 November, will be the fifth Light for Life Charity Gala, helping charities who are delivering key services to assist and enhance the wellbeing of thousands of New Zealanders today.
Get a table of ten today and do your part to support these key New Zealand charities!
For donations please deposit amount to ASB account 12-3490-0046514-00
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GANESH RAJ - MC
With his entertaining, hilarious presenting style, and infectious passion for food, Ganesh Raj is one of New Zealand’s most awarded hospitality personalities, and experienced hosts, both in television and live events.
Having hosted his own television programmes on MTV Asia and ESPN for over a decade, as well as being featured on TVNZ’s Good Morning, Family Recipes, and Neighbourhood, Ganesh literally brings a wealth of knowledge to the table. Recipient for two years running of Metro Magazine’s Restaurant Personality of the Year, as well as live hosting renowned events like Taste of Auckland, Winetopia, and the Auckland Writers Festival, Ganesh creates a wonderful rapport with audiences of all ages, showcasing his love of life, and unique take on all things delicious.
Ganesh is currently the co-host of ‘Eat Well for Less NZ’ on TVNZ, which is about to start its 5th season and its 4th season on Foxtel in Australia. He is also the host and co-judge of ‘Cooks on Fire’ on TVNZ, which is completed its 2nd season.
INDIANCE
Indiance is one of the foremost Bollywood dance schools in Auckland, dedicated to promoting the artistry, culture, and joy of Bollywood dance. With over 20 years of experience, Indiance offers expert tuition, vibrant performances, and a welcoming community for dance enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds. As a 100% volunteer organisation, Indiance is driven by passion, commitment, and a love for all things Bollywood. We love everything Bollywood! The variation of dance styles within Bollywood, the typical storylines, the music and the excitement, the colours, the exuberance, the energy and the vibrancy that comes with Bollywood. We love bringing this all alive to your local stage.
LES FOLLIES
Les Follies are proud to be supporting Light for Life for the first time with a captivating and high-energy performance. With a unique blend of dance, music, and theatrical flair, Les Follies creates unforgettable experiences that bring joy and excitement to audiences of all ages. Their versatile performances, ranging from themed events to tailored corporate entertainment, add a touch of magic to any occasion. Les Follies' vibrant energy and professional artistry make them the perfect addition to Light for Life's mission, using entertainment to uplift spirits and support important causes.
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What People Say
Government funding for our Hospice services covers roughly 60% of the actual costs of provision. Hence support from community through events like Light for Life are critical enablers for the sustainability of care and support services to patients and their families/whānau. Without events like yours, our ability to keep on making hospice happen across communities would be limited
Tina McCafferty Chief Executive, Totara Hospice
Unicorn Foundation is a small charity that is making a big difference thanks to the funding from Light for Life. Their donation of $35,000 equipped us for our successful campaign to bring the main life-extending treatment, called PRRT (peptide receptor radionuclide therapy) to Auckland last year. This is transforming the lives of patients and their families, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Thank you Light for Life!
Michelle Sullivan Chief Executive, Unicorn Foundation NZ
The Light for Life donations have had an incredible impact for Cancer Society Auckland Northland. Your kind donations have touched every area of our work and on behalf of the New Zealanders going through cancer who we serve, thank you for being there with them.
Arron Peacock Head of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications - Cancer Society Auckland
It was a pleasure working with Jatin and the team for the Light for Life event in 2019, which raised $35,000. Thank you for choosing to support RMHC® New Zealand. This donation provides over 200 nights of free accommodation and support for families with a child in hospital away from home.
Grace Train Regional Development Advisor – RMHC New Zealand
Every week in Aotearoa, three families are told the heartbreaking news that their child has cancer. Child Cancer Foundation don’t receive any funding from the government, so we rely on the generosity of our fellow Kiwis to help these tamariki and their families. That’s why we are so grateful to be a part of the Light for Life fundraising event. Your incredible donation will ensure that we can continue supporting Kiwi children and whānau as they go through the toughest experience of their lives.
Chris Key National Partnership Manager, Child Cancer Foundation
We are so pleased to have been chosen as a benefiting charity of the Life For Life fundraising event. Thank you to Jatin and Light for Life - Your donation will be going towards the counselling cost for our Papakura home, which many families will benefit from.
Ranjna Patel Gandhi Nivas Advisory Board Member and Director Tāmaki Health
Light for Life Charitable Trust
Registration number: CC58685