A black-tie gala held in Studio City, California, dedicated to raising funds to help rebuild ADC Grammar School in Apomu, Osun State, Nigeria, where children are currently learning under extremely severe conditions. The event brought together advocates, artists, and supporters united by one shared purpose.
An Evening of Hope & Elegance, a black-tie gala held on November 6, 2025, in Studio City, California, was a tremendous success for The Keturah Hamilton Foundation. The evening was dedicated to raising funds to help rebuild ADC Grammar School in Apomu, Osun State, Nigeria, where children are currently learning under extremely severe conditions. The event focused on bringing hope, opportunity, and a safer learning environment to the students and future generations within the community.
Actors from Days of Our Lives and General Hospital generously donated their time and talents, delivering heartfelt musical performances that inspired attendees and raised both awareness and funds. The evening featured a successful silent auction with generous donations from various businesses, adding to the evening’s momentum.
Actress Raven Bowens served as Master of Ceremonies and remains a passionate partner in The Keturah Hamilton Foundation’s mission. The sold-out gala was filled with generosity, unity, and compassion a powerful reminder that when people come together with a shared purpose, lives can truly be transformed.
This is what Keturah believes in, creating a lasting legacy and building a life rooted in purpose, compassion, and service.
For the first five years, Keturah solely funded the mission herself, driven by a deep belief that giving back is a selfless act of love and purpose.
She traveled to San Francisco to personally present a scholarship to a student whose future deserved to be seen and supported.
The Keturah Hamilton Foundation proudly awarded a scholarship to Ibe Rose, a young woman in Nigeria pursuing a degree in Customer Care Management.
In celebration of our 6th Annual Thanksgiving for the Less Fortunate, Zeus Network generously donated $10,000 in support of our causes. Their contribution reflected a shared commitment to service, compassion, and community impact.
An annual back to school giveaway held at Jim Gilliam Park in Los Angeles, in partnership with actor Malcolm Mays and Raven Bowens, provided over 250 children with school bags and essential supplies. Sponsored by New Balance and the Kinnect Foundation, the event aimed to ensure students begin the school year prepared and supported.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, which severely impacted Jamaica, The Keturah Hamilton Foundation provided critical support to affected families and communities. With the help of our partners and supporters, assistance was delivered to help rebuild a home, bring farms back to life, and replace livestock lost in the storm, allowing families to begin restoring their livelihoods and stability.
An Evening of Hope and Elegance raised critical funds to begin the ADC Grammar School rebuild. But the work continues. Over 2,000 children still need a safe place to learn, and every dollar you donate goes directly to making that happen.
This is not a corporation. This is one community’s commitment to children they have never met. Your gift, no matter the size, is personal. You will receive a tax-deductible receipt immediately.
Donors who contribute $200 or more will receive a permanent tribute on the Builders Wall at ADC Grammar School a lasting recognition of their role in changing the lives of these children.
A picture is worth a thousand words, and each photograph captures meaningful moments in time. These images reflect the heart behind every mission, rooted in love, dedication, and humanity. Each frame tells a story of lives touched, communities supported, and purpose brought to life through compassion and service.