Jamaica Impact Inc. ("JAMPACT") is a certified 501(c)3 non-profit organization consisting of a diverse group of young Jamaican professionals, students and friends of Jamaica. Our philosophy is to use our collective energies, intelligence and resources, as an impetus for progress in Jamaica. Visit us at www.jampact.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Ajene Green membership@jampact.org JAMPACT Hosts Benefit Fashion Show Raising awareness and money For JAMPACT’S Adopt-A-School and Tuition Assistance Programs in Jamaica, West Indies NEW YORK, September 8, 2008– Jamaica Impact, Inc. (JAMPACT), the New York based NGO, announced it will host a benefit fashion show and after-party, Roots, Rockin’, Royal Affair: Fashion Runway & Party - Tribute to the Children of Jamaica, on Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Marcus Hall, 219-15 Linden Blvd, Cambria Heights, Queens, starting at 11 p.m. The aim is to raise awareness and funds for its Adopt-A-School Program and the recently launched Tuition Assistance Program (TAP). TAP will assist eligible teachers and administrators from JAMPACT’s four adopted basic schools, who are in pursuit of higher education and professional development in the field of education. Roots, Rockin’, Royal Affair is slated to follow the legendary Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in New York City (September 5-12). A host of talented Caribbean designers will showcase sampling from their Spring/Summer 2009 collections. The designers include Siren Swimwear & Accessories, Soft Lines, Chaconia Intimates, OSUN Designs, Riddim Driven Clothing Company and The Eye Collection Clothing Company. The event will be capped off with live music by popular radio personality DJ Chris the Dubbmaster of Irie Jam FM (93.5 FM). Runway appearances include Chaka Laguerre, Miss Jamaica USA 2007 and the event’s spokes model, Tina Ingram, Miss Jamaica World 2007 finalist. Ms. Ingram is thrilled to be a part of JAMPACT’s benefit fashion show. With a passion for community service, Ms. Ingram explained, “I am humbled that I would be asked to lend my face and talents to a worthy cause.” Ingram is an emerging new face in the modeling industry and is represented by the advertising/marketing agency Quantum Group with CEO Ru-El Burford. Self-defined reggae artist/songwriter Ky-Enie, well known for his singles “Wings of An Angel” from his current album ‘Then, Now, After…’ and “Rain” from the movie ‘Shottas,” joins Ms. Ingram in representing JAMPACT for the fashion show. Ky-Enie will also be performing at the event. Akelia Lawrence, JAMPACT’s President and the event coordinator is leaving no stones unturned in making sure this event is a thrilling success. “This show has been a labor of love,” said Ms. Lawrence, who admitted that the work is just getting started. JAMPACT’s immediate Past-President Kamar Samuels reflected, “this benefit fashion show falls in an historic moment, when we celebrate our ten year anniversary,” and he adds, “We continue to offer quality programs and by creating fundraising opportunities such as the fashion show furthers JAMPACT’s mission.” Proceeds from the event will go towards financing JAMPACT’s ongoing Adopt-A-School Program and the Tuition Assistance Program. Roots, Rockin’, Royal Affair: Fashion Runway & Party - Tribute to the Children of Jamaica official media partner is Irie Jam Media (93.5 FM). Additional media partners include ZYNC TV from CIN Channel 73. Further promotional consideration and sponsorship is provided by Posh Magazine, JAMROCK Magazine, Revenge Fashion Magazine, CEEYO!! Betta Promota, In it to Win it Family, ndustri mobile, Rockstar Clippers, Better Carpet Warehouse Inc., Western Union and Garnet Wilson of State Farm Insurance Company. For Ticket Information and the Adopt-A-School-Program/Tuition Assistance Program: Contact Akelia A. Lawrence at (347) 551-9683 or (212) 459-4390 or email: fashionshow@jampact.org For Information On JAMPACT: Contact Ajene Green, Membership Chair at membership@jampact.org. To learn more about JAMPACT, visit www.jampact.org. ABOUT JAMPACT Jamaica Impact Inc. ("JAMPACT") is a certified 501(c) 3 non-profit organization consisting of a diverse group of young Jamaican professionals, students and friends of Jamaica. What is JAMPACT’s mission? PROMISE, POTENTIAL, PROGRESS... Our main objective is to make positive contributions towards the improvement of social and economic conditions in Jamaica. Our slogan reflects our commitment to creating change in Jamaica. JAMPACT works towards achieving its mission in two distinct ways, through: • Contribution to the policy debate on economic growth and education • Tangible contributions to needy organizations in Jamaica ###

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