Global Gift Gala Returns to Monaco with Eva Longoria, María Bravo and Lara Fabian
The second edition of the Global Gift Gala Monaco will take over the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo on October 9, bringing together international personalities, philanthropy and entertainment for an evening supporting charitable initiatives in Monaco and beyond.
Monaco’s autumn social calendar welcomes back one of its most high-profile philanthropic events as the Global Gift Gala Monaco returns to the Principality on October 9, 2026, for its second edition.
Held at the iconic Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, the gala will once again unite figures from entertainment, business and philanthropy around the mission of the Global Gift Foundation.
Presented by contemporary jewellery house APM Monaco, a longstanding supporter of the foundation, the evening will be chaired by Global Gift Foundation founder, entrepreneur and philanthropist María Bravo, alongside Honorary Chair Eva Longoria, the internationally acclaimed actress, director, producer and activist.
The Monaco edition is also supported by CMC Consulting, the Monaco-based communications, marketing and events agency founded by Camille Gottlieb and Medy Anthony.
Following its inaugural Monaco edition in 2025, the gala returns with an international programme and several prominent guests, while raising awareness and funds for organisations dedicated to improving the lives of children, young people and vulnerable communities.
Lara Fabian to Perform in Monaco
One of the highlights of this year’s gala will be an exclusive live performance by Belgian-Canadian singer and songwriter Lara Fabian.
With a career spanning more than three decades, Fabian has built an international following through songs including Je t’aime and Adagio, becoming known for her distinctive voice and emotionally charged performances.
Her appearance in Monaco continues a longstanding relationship with Global Gift. The singer previously lent her support to the organisation’s events in Cannes in 2019 and Paris in 2023. October 9 will mark her first performance at the Global Gift Gala Monaco.
International journalist and television presenter Sandy Heribert will guide the evening as Master of Ceremonies. Known internationally for presenting major events including the Ballon d’Or ceremony, Heribert will lead the programme throughout the night.
Princess Stéphanie Among the Special Guests
The gala will welcome H.S.H. Princess Stéphanie of Monaco, founder of Fight Aids Monaco, which is among the organisations benefiting from this year’s event.
The Princess is expected to be joined by her children Louis Ducruet, Pauline Ducruet and Camille Gottlieb.
Jwana Karim, actress, singer, entrepreneur and Global Gift Ambassador, will also attend as a special guest. International audiences may recognise Karim as one of the personalities featured in Netflix’s Dubai Bling.
Another special guest will be Alexandra Leclerc, founder of Corazones Unidos, which works to expand educational opportunities for children in underserved communities across Mexico, particularly through education, art and music.
The gathering follows the first Monaco edition in 2025, which brought together Princess Stéphanie, Eva Longoria, María Bravo and members of Monaco’s younger generation for an evening centred on philanthropy.
The Monaco and Marbella editions of the Global Gift Gala were also recognised among the Best Events in Europe 2026 by European Best Destinations.
Philanthropy at the Heart of the Evening
Created by entrepreneurs María Bravo and Alina Peralta, with the support of Eva Longoria, the Global Gift Gala has developed into the flagship fundraising event of the Global Gift Foundation.
Through editions held in international destinations, the initiative brings together philanthropists, entrepreneurs, public figures and supporters to raise both funds and visibility for projects assisting vulnerable children, women and families.
This year’s Monaco gala will support several organisations and initiatives, including Fight Aids Monaco, Corazones Unidos, Casa Ángeles Marbella and the Casa Ángeles Quang Chau Orphanage in Vietnam.
Founded in 2004 by Princess Stéphanie, Fight Aids Monaco supports people living with HIV while working to combat discrimination and social isolation through practical assistance, prevention and awareness programmes.
Corazones Unidos, founded by Alexandra Leclerc, focuses on improving access to education for children in underserved communities in Mexico, with particular attention to rural areas. Its initiatives also incorporate art and music and create opportunities for women working in the arts.
In Marbella, Casa Ángeles provides a dedicated day centre for children and young people with special needs, offering therapies, workshops and activities designed to encourage development, independence and social inclusion.
The foundation also supports the Quang Chau orphanage in Vietnam, a relationship established by María Bravo in 2018. The facility provides a home and essential support for around 100 children, including children with special needs, with assistance covering areas such as food, clothing, healthcare and education.
Against the backdrop of the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, the second Global Gift Gala Monaco will combine the Principality’s tradition of high-profile charitable engagement with an international evening of music, hospitality and philanthropy.
The Global Gift Gala Monaco takes place on October 9, 2026, at the Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo.