Selena Gomez hosted the fourth annual fundraising gala for the Rare Impact Fund, a mental health charity she established through her Rare Beauty initiative in 2020. The event, held recently in Hollywood, brought together supporters to highlight and contribute to youth mental health programs.

Since its inception, the Rare Impact Fund has raised over $30 million to support organizations tackling mental health issues among young people. Gomez emphasized the progress the fund has made, expressing gratitude for the contributions and the positive impact on various community programs. “We are so fortunate to have raised $30 million-plus already,” she said, noting that the scale of their achievements has exceeded her expectations.

Among the attendees was pop star Katy Perry, who appeared in a black gown and voiced her support for Gomez and the fund’s mission. Perry emphasized the significance of public figures advocating for mental health, particularly women under the media spotlight. “I am supporting Selena and all the good work that she is doing. I think it’s so important for us ladies. We have such a big spotlight, we have such a big opportunity and such a shine where it matters and mental health matters,” Perry said.

The gala served both as a fundraising effort and a platform to raise awareness about the importance of mental health, especially for younger generations. Organizers hope that continued support and visibility will contribute to expanding resources and reducing stigma around mental health challenges facing youth today.