HOPE Gala Dresden 2024: This year's HOPE Award goes to SAGE-Hospital e.V.

Viola Klein, Chair of the HOPE Board of Trustees, emphasized in the run-up to the gala how important it is to help the local people in the long term by empowering them to develop their region independently. "The SAGE Hospital is an example of how effectively and sustainably we can help in Africa," said Klein.

A varied show program for a good cause

In addition to the presentation of the HOPE Award, guests at the 16th HOPE Gala can expect a varied show program. Among the artists performing will be the band Bell Book & Candle, known for their hit "Rescue Me", as well as stand-up comedian Lisa Feller, who will present excerpts from her current program "Dirty Talk". Musical highlights will also be provided by Pat Appleton and Karl Frierson, who will perform jazz and soul pieces as solo artists. A special highlight will be the joint performance with Rolf Stahlhofen, known from the Söhne Mannheims, who received the HOPE Award last year for his project "Water is Right".

An emotional moment of the evening is likely to be the performance by 11-year-old Erika Tanase, who will delight the audience with "Rise Like a Phoenix". She will be accompanied by young musicians from the Heinrich Schütz Conservatory in Dresden, who will round off the evening with an impressive ensemble performance.

Donations for HOPE Cape Town

The HOPE Gala is not just a glamorous evening, but has a serious aim: to raise funds for the children's project HOPE Cape Town, which does important work in the fight against AIDS in South Africa. Over the past 15 years, the gala has raised more than 2.5 million euros, which is used for projects to provide healthcare, education and training for children and young people.

Tickets and raffle for a good cause

For anyone who would like to attend spontaneously, there are still few remaining tickets for this year's gala, which are available in three seat categories for 250 euros, 280 euros and 330 euros. The price includes the show program, the champagne reception and the after-show party with live music and culinary delights provided by more than 20 Dresden restaurateurs.

The large raffle with 150 high-quality prizes, including a trip to Namibia, also attracts numerous guests. Tickets can already be purchased online so that people who are not attending the gala also have a chance to win.

Background: HOPE Cape Town

Founded in 2001, the HOPE Cape Town project takes a holistic approach to supporting children in the townships around Cape Town. In addition to medical care for HIV-positive children, the project offers comprehensive education and support programs to give the children long-term prospects. There is a particular focus on the first 1,000 days of a child's life, which are crucial for their development.

Thanks to the support of HOPE Gala Dresden and other sponsors, HOPE Cape Town has been able to make significant progress over the years and have a positive impact on the lives of many children in South Africa. Nevertheless, the AIDS pandemic remains a major challenge, especially in countries like South Africa, where around 8.3 million people are living with the HI virus.

Conclusion

The HOPE Gala Dresden 2024 will be a moving evening that shows how much solidarity and commitment can achieve for a good cause. The HOPE Award for the SAGE Hospital project and the generous donations for HOPE Cape Town are examples of the commitment of many people who are making a lasting improvement to the lives of children in Africa through their support.