GORGY RULA
Magkakaroon ng fundraising concert si Martin Nievera sa M Resort Spa Casino sa Las Vegas, Nevada, para sa Sing Out For Autism SOFA).
Ang SOFA ay itinatag ng dating partner ni Martin na si Katrina Ojeda, na ina ng anak nilang si Santino.
Si Santino ay na-diagnose na mayroong autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Read: Martin Nievera on having a child with special needs: "There is nothing to be sorry for."
Nakasaad sa imbitasyong ipinadala ng Concert King: “SOFA (Sing Out For Autism) is a non-profit organization that helps children and families affected by ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).
“SOFA was founded and launched last year. We support, educate, bridge, and connect families to available resources.”
Bukod sa founder ay si Katrina rin ang presidente ng SOFA.
Dahil bagong tatag pa lamang ang SOFA, masasabing nanganganay at ang dami pa nilang challenges na hinaharap. Ito ang dahilan kaya kailangan nilang mag-fundraising para mapanatili ang misyon ng SOFA.
Ang sabi pa sa kanilang imbitasyon: “As a young organization, we are faced with many challenges. Hence, the purpose of this Gala is to be able to raise funds to be used for our organization’s mission.
“Your support and contribution will definitely assist us in continuing our cause. This would also be a wonderful opportunity for your organization to be involved in helping our community.”
Gaganapin ang fundraising concert na ito ni Martin sa isang function room ng M Resort Spa Casino sa April 2, Linggo ng alas-singko ng hapon, sa Las Vegas, Nevada.
Read: Martin Nievera recounts touching moment when son Santino first learned he has autism
NOEL FERRER
Nagpadala na rin si Martin ng kanyang video message para imbitahin ang possible sponsors na gustong tumulong para sa SOFA.
Saad niya: “Hey everyone, Martin Nievera inviting all of you, April 2 at the M Resort and Casino in one of the ballrooms there. We’ll be having a fundraising concert for SOFA.
“What is SOFA? Sing Out For Autism, and a perfect time to because April is Autism Acceptance Month.
“So, please join us, as we are trying to find help for those who need the help and the knowledge of what being on the spectrum is all about.
“All of us go through with this, not just our special kid. So help me, help you.
"April 2, at the M Resort and Casino, SOFA Sing Out For Autism.”
Ibang klase si Martin, ha, nag-record lang ng ibang production numbers na mami-miss niya dahil he will be skipping some ASAP episodes, and here he is granting a fundraising event na part of his advocacy.
Again, that’s why Martin is blessed, hindi pera-pera lang ang lahat! He is just full of goodwill.
That’s our national treasure channelling his excellence for a really good cause. Bravo Martin!!!
JERRY OLEA
Marami pang ibang celebrities na nakikibahagi sa mga makabuluhang proyekto.
Andiyan ang mga mang-aawit na nagpe-perform nang libre sa mga fundraising project upang tumulong sa mga nangangailangan, halimbawa’y iyong mga nasalanta, o kailangan ng pampagamot.
Andiyan din ang mga artistang madaling lapitan para sa pagpapalibing ng mga pumanaw na nasa laylayan ng showbizlandia.
Dalangin natin na lalo pa silang pagpalain ng Panginoon!