“Forever Young – A Tribute to Andrew Young,” a black-tie gala hosted by National Jewish Health, is slated to take place at the Woodruff Arts Center Galleria in Atlanta on May 12.
As part of the respiratory hospital’s “Legends of Atlanta” series, the upcoming event will pay tribute to Young, a prominent civil rights leader, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, and former Atlanta mayor.
As a key strategist during the civil rights campaigns, Young is renowned for his contributions to the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
According to National Jewish Health, the gala will commemorate Young’s “extraordinary legacy and decades of public service, humanitarian leadership and commitment to justice.”
Co-chaired by Billye Aaron, Paul Hagedorn and Billy Payne (each of whom shares a personal connection with Young), the celebratory evening will feature live performances, red carpet arrivals and tributes from local leaders.
Additionally, gala guests will get the chance to check out The Many Lives of Andrew Young, a special exhibit that further explores Young’s life and legacy.
All proceeds from the event will benefit National Jewish Health, going towards supporting the hospital’s respiratory research, treatment and patient care.
Tickets (priced at $500 apiece) are currently available and can be purchased at njhealth.org/LegendsofATL.
