The Gift of Life IX Fundraising Charity Ball is the only event in London, that allows guests to dine with leading celebrities from the world of entertainment, sports and politics. With less than 3% of potential bone marrow donors on the UK Bone Marrow Registers from ethnic minority groups, this event is a fantastic opportunity to encourage more people to register and to help raise money for the charity.
The Black Tie or Traditional Dress takes place from 6pm to 3am on Saturday 20th September 2008 at the Hotel Inter-Continental, 1 Hamilton Place, Hyde Park Corner, London W1J 7QY is to jointly celebrate the following:
• The 9th Anniversary of Daniel De-Gale's successful Bone Marrow Transplant
• The achievements and 12th Anniversary of the ACLT
The Black Tie event includes:
• Champagne Reception
• Celebrity Table Hosts
• Quality 4 Course Dinner
• Auction of unique items from A-list celebs
• Top entertainment and star guest appearances
• Star studded audience from the world of Sport, TV, Music and Politics
This year we are pleased to announce that one of the UK's premier musical sounds will be performing at Gift of Life 9.
Urban Soul Orchestra
They are a contemporary and versatile string ensemble with a groovy twist. By introducing percussion and bass to the well-established format of the traditional string quartet, they have created their own unique blend of strings, beats and bass lines. Soulful arrangements of lush strings and funky rhythms combine to create a fresh, modern and classy sound.
Guests who have attended in previous years and added a touch of glamour to the occasion have included;
• Ian Wright (Ex-Arsenal & England Footballer, TV personality)
• Lisa Maxwell (The Bill),
• Roberta Taylor (The Bill)
• Rudolph Walker (Eastenders)
• Alastair Stewart (TV Newscaster)
• Emmanuel Adebayor (Arsenal Footballer)
• Simon Ambrose (Winner of the Apprentice)
• Tim Campbell (Winner of the Apprentice)
• The legendary recording artist PRINCE
Celebrities who have confirmed their attendance, SUBJECT TO CHANGE:
Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, (Legendary Soul/R&B Group) "Joy and Pain", "Before I let Go"
Mischa Barton - Hollywood Actress and Model who plays Marissa Cooper in "The OC"
Adrian Lester (Actor), “Hustle”, “Bonekickers”
Keisha Buchanan (Co-founding member of "Sugababes" & ACLT Patron)
Russell Brand - Big Brothers Big Mouth and The Russell Brand Show
Denise Lewis OBE (British Athlete)
John Barnes MBE (Ex-Liverpool & England footballer, ACLT Patron)
Garth Crooks - (Ex-Spurs player & BBC Football Pundit)
Louis Smith - British Olympic Bronze Winning Medalist
Ben Way - Youngest Dot Com Millionaire, 'Secret Millionaire'
Karen Millen OBE - Fashion Designer
Nancy Dell'Olio - Italian Lawyer, Television Personality, former girlfriend of ex England boss Sven Goran Erikson
Richard Blackwood (DJ, Actor, Comedian)
Josie D'Arby - Actress and TV Presenter - Judge John Deed, Holby City
Tiana Benjamin (Actress), "Chelsea in Eastenders"
Jasmine Dotiwala (Head of MTV Base)
Amelle Berrabah (Sugababes)
Heidi Range (Sugababes)
Dave Berry (TV & Radio Presenter)
Colin McMillan (Ex-Boxing Featherweight Champion of the World)
Tim Campbell - Winner of "The Apprentice 2005"
Harvey - Actor, Presenter, MC
Ray Fearon - Actor, "Coronation Street"
Alexander Amosu – "Entrepreneur", “RnB Ringtones”
Daniel De-Gale – Spearhead of the ACLT
Manny Norte – Kiss FM DJ & MOBO winner
DJ Abrantee - Best Entertainer of the Year at the Prestigious 2006 GMA awards
Rudolph Walker OBE - Actor 'Eastenders' 'The Thin Blue Line'
Martin Jay - 'Choice FM' Breakfast Show
Lucy Ambache - 'Choice FM' Breakfast Show
Chucky Venice - (Actor) 'Footballer's Wives' 'Bourne Ultimatum'
Levi Roots - 'Entrepreneur, "Dragons Den"
Felicity Ethnic - 'Comedian'
Kanya King - 'MOBO Founder & Entrepeneur'
Beverley Knight - Soul and R&B singer, songwriter, and record producer
Carlton Cole - West Ham Footballer
Matthew Mellon - US Billionaire
Konnie Huq - Ex Blue Peter presenter, Olympic Torch bearer, TV Presenter
Sway – MOBO winner and 2008 nominee British hip-hop rapper
Paul Chowdry - British Comedian
Donaeo - Funky House "Devil a Blue Dress"
Bashy - Grime & Hip-Hop artist
Edgar Davids- Dutch International Football star
Please note that personal photography will not be allowed at the event, so please leave your cameras at home.
The full price for tickets will be following:
• Silver single ticket(s) at £150 each
• Gold Table(s) of 10 at £1,350 per table
• Platinum Table(s) of 10 at £2,500 per table (Meet guest Celebs and have group picture taken, Special Goody bags, Champagne, Premium table position, Chauffeur service from one pick up address and one drop off address within the M25)
A limited amount of tickets are available and must be purchased fully in advance to avoid disappointment. There are a few tickets left and they can be purchased from us at the ACLT on 020 8240 4480, giftoflife@aclt.org via credit card (with an additional booking fee based upon the type of card).
Please click on the above Icon to download the Booking Form. Complete all parts and sections of the form including key areas such as full names, dietary requirements, type of Credit/Debit card and email to us at giftoflife@aclt.org or fax to 020 8240 4481.
The ACLT is funded by private donations. We sincerely hope that you will be able to support and attend our event.
