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The Foundation is a national non-profit dedicated to strengthening relations between ethnic communities. We are committed to the belief that direct, face-to-face dialogue between ethnic communities is the most effective path towards the reduction of bigotry and the promotion of reconciliation and understanding. |
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On August 10th, 2005, Both President, Rabbi Marc Schneier and Chairman, Russell Simmons presented the Joseph Papp Racial Harmony Awards to Phil Quartararo, President, EMI Music Marketing and Executive Vice President of EMI Music North America, Peter Liguori, President, Entertainment, Fox Broadcasting Company, Kenneth Crear of Wright Crear Management and Dolores Robinson, President of Dolores Robinson Entertainment. The fourth annual Los Angeles benefit was held at the beautiful home of two of the most respected names in the music business, lyricists Alan and Marilyn Bergman. The Los Angeles Annual Summer Benefit celebrates and honors individuals and corporations for their efforts to strengthen interethnic ties in the community. Guests at the event included various individuals from the film and entertainment industries, including actress Holly Robinson Peete and former honoree Tomas Cookman. When accepting their awards, the honorees shared with the audience their thoughts on their experiences with race relations in their respective industries and personal lives. “This year’s honorees best exemplify in their personal and professional lives a deep commitment and dedication to the strengthening of race relations,” stated Rabbi Marc Schneier, President, and Russell Simmons, Chairman. “We are proud to honor them and welcome their leadership and support of The Foundation.” View the photos from this event
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