Andra Day Honored For Turning ‘Rise Up’ Into Real-Life Activism At WhyHunger 2026 Gala
The star-studded annual gala hosted by WhyHunger collected more than $523,000 to combat food insecurity and honored Andra Day with the Harry Chapin Humanitarian Award among others. The post Andra Day Honored For Turning ‘Rise Up’ Into Real-Life Activism At WhyHunger 2026 Gala appeared first on MadameNoire.
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On May 6, the annual Chapin Awards Gala stormed New York City, raising a total of $523,435 to end hunger, a yearly initiative spearheaded by the global nonprofit WhyHunger, according to a press release. The event also honored acclaimed actress and singer Andra Day with the Harry Chapin Humanitarian Award, recognizing the Grammy Award-winning star for using her platform, and creative work to advocate for a more just and compassionate world. Radiolab founder Jad Abumrad was also honored with the Bill Ayres Social Justice Award.
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