"Jimmy Kimmel to Host Selena Gomez's Star-Studded Rare Impact Fund Benefit"

Selena Gomez's Rare Impact Fund Benefit Returns with Jimmy Kimmel as Host, The Marías to Perform The third annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit, founded by Selena Gomez in 2020, is set to take place on October 29 at Los Angeles' Nya Studios West. This year's event marks a milestone for the organization, celebrating five years since its inception and highlighting progress made in youth mental health. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Jimmy Kimmel will host the benefit alongside a special performance by The Marías. The Rare Impact Fund Benefit: A Night of Radiance and Reflection will also spotlight five of its 30 nonprofit global partners, with activations that will share personal stories and highlight their work. Gomez founded the Rare Impact Fund in response to her own experiences with mental health struggles. "As part of this milestone, we're celebrating not just our progress but also the incredible work being done by our partners," Gomez said in a statement according to Billboard. "This night is a celebration of how far we've come and a powerful reminder of how much more we can do together." The Rare Impact Fund supports organizations that expand access to mental health services and education for young people worldwide. As part of its mission, 1% of all Rare Beauty sales go towards supporting these initiatives. Billboard reports that the event will feature performances and activations highlighting the work of five nonprofit partners, including [partner names]. The Marías' performance is expected to be a highlight of the evening, with their unique blend of indie rock and Latin rhythms drawing in a diverse audience. The Rare Impact Fund Benefit has become an annual staple in Los Angeles, attracting high-profile attendees and raising awareness for mental health issues affecting young people. With Jimmy Kimmel at the helm and The Marías set to perform, this year's event is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated charity events of the season. As Gomez noted, "We're proud of what we've accomplished so far, but we know there's still much work to be done." The Rare Impact Fund Benefit: A Night of Radiance and Reflection will take place on October 29 at Nya Studios West in Los Angeles. This story was compiled from reports by The Hollywood Reporter and Billboard.