D.E.F. Turns the Big Apple Green

The Green Bracelet at Fall Events

September 1, 2007 – Hamptons Go Green Benefit Cocktail Party for D.E.F. is held, raising more than $44,000 for D.E.F.. Event hosted by Russell Simmons and Hamptons Magazine Publisher Jason Binn, sponsored by Simmons Jewelry Co., STK and Ciroc. (Sag Harbor)
September 6, 2007 – Fashion Rocks furthers awareness for D.E.F. when Usher, LL Cool J, Mischa Barton, and others wear the bracelet. (NYC)

September 7, 2007 – Baby Phat Fashion Show runway models wear the Green Bracelet in support of D.E.F. (NYC)
September 20, 2007 – VH1 Save The Music 10th Anniversary Benefit honoree President Bill Clinton and performer John Mayer wear the bracelet in support of D.E.F.’s mission.


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DEF Live from Hong Kong

I’ve been in the beautiful city of Hong Kong for almost a week now. I am here to raise money for the Diamond Empowerment Fund (DEF), my non-profit organization which is dedicated to supporting the empowerment of African youth.

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