Concert Pianist Jade Simmons an advocate for abused, abandoned and
neglected children
MARTIN COUNTY, Fla.,
Nov. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/
-- The talents of concert pianist Jade
Simmons will inspire and amaze a sold-out audience on
Monday, February 25, 2013 at
The 22nd Annual Jo Covelli Fashion Show and
Luncheon with Special Guest, Jade
Simmons in Stuart, Florida. In addition to the
support provided by Mr. & Mrs. Albert and Jo Covelli, as Grand Benefactors,
this lovely February afternoon affair has received leadership
support from Mr. David L.
Smythe, Mr. & Mrs. Frank
and Maureen Zappala, and an ANONYMOUS friend of
Hibiscus Children's Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency located
on Florida's Treasure Coast. Thanks to the caring members of
their global community, abused, abandoned and neglected children
will benefit from the life-changing services provided by Hibiscus
Children's Center.
(Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121120/DC17097)
An artist with a social conscience that moves her to action, Ms.
Simmons serves as an advocate for America's youth who are in
crisis. "I applaud and support Hibiscus Children's Center.
In partnership with its caring and generous community
members, the needs of abused, abandoned, and neglected children
from across the state of Florida
are not only met ... children are given an opportunity to soar,"
states Ms. Simmons.
For her musical creativity, electrifying stage presence, and
remarkable range of repertoire, Ms. Simmons became the first-ever
New Music/New Places Fellow for the prestigious Concert Artist
Guild. The Washington Post praised her as "a clear, powerful
pianist with a magnetic personality ... worth seeing any time."
In 2009, Ms. Simmons hosted the first-ever webcast of the Van
Cliburn International Piano Competition. Further expanding
her worldwide audience in 2011, she hosted the XIV International
Tchaikovsky Competition webcast in Moscow. The Houston Press named her
"Houston's Best Arts Ambassador"
in 2011, a year she closed with a recital at the White House at the
invitation of President and Mrs. Obama.
Ms. Simmons' partnership with Hibiscus Children's Center is a
testament to her dedication and concern for children who have
experienced the trauma of abuse in their young lives. She
will share her passion and love for music with the esteemed guests
gathered at the prestigious Sailfish Point Country Club where this
major fundraiser is held each year.
Hibiscus Children's Center is deeply grateful to Ms. Simmons for
being a part of this important and impactful event. She has
been praised for her innovative, enthusiastic and energetic musical
talents and there is no doubt, she deserves accolades for her
commitment to helping the youth in our local and national
communities.
For more information about Ms. Simmons, please visit
jademedia.org. To learn more about the February 25th fashion show and how you
can help abused, abandoned and neglected children have a brighter
future, please visit HibiscusChildrensCenter.org.
About Hibiscus Children's Center
Hibiscus Children's Center, founded in 1985 by LaVaughn Tilton, is a non-profit organization
serving Martin, Indian River, Okeechobee and St.
Lucie counties. It operates a shelter in Jensen Beach and a village of group homes in
Vero Beach. Hibiscus addresses the problem of abuse,
abandonment and neglect, throughout the Treasure Coast, with an
expanded Foster Care Program, mental health and substance abuse
services, a prevention program to support families in crisis, and
services to reduce the number of families entering the dependency
court system. The Hibiscus Children's Center Thrift Store, in
Jensen Beach, was opened in 1997.
All proceeds from the thrift store are used to offset costs
for children's programs. The children's shelter, group homes
and Foster programs are funded, in part, by United for
Families. An additional $1.5
million must be raised, each year, by the Hibiscus annual
campaign, special events, through foundations and local grants to
meet overall children's needs. Hibiscus is also a United Way
affiliated organization. Hibiscus speakers are available to
present to your group or organization. For more information,
please contact us (772) 334-9311, ext. 201 or visit:
HibiscusChildrensCenter.org.
CONTACT: Tracy Savoia
Director of Marketing
Phone: 772-334-9311, ext. 403
Email: tnatiello@hcc4kids.org
SOURCE Hibiscus Children's Center