Global superstar and Rare Beauty founder Selena Gomez is bringing together music, entertainment, and philanthropy for the fourth annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit, taking place October 14th, 2026, at The Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles. The event will feature live performances by Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Leon Bridges and rising artist Bella Kay, with Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor and comedian Sean Hayes serving as emcee. The star-studded evening will raise awareness and funds to expand access to youth mental health services and education worldwide.
Since its launch in 2020, the Rare Impact Fund has raised more than $30 million toward its ambitious goal of mobilizing $100 million to support organizations providing mental health resources for young people. The organization currently partners with 30 nonprofits across five continents, reaching approximately 3.5 million young people annually. Last year’s benefit raised more than $2 million and featured performances by The Marías and Grammy-winning singer Laufey, with Jimmy Kimmel serving as host. Reflecting on the continued support for this year’s event, Selena Gomez expressed her appreciation for the artists and sponsors helping advance the organization’s mission, stating, “Shining a light on youth mental health is something we cannot do alone, and having their support not only inspires me, but directly touches the lives of millions of young people around the world.” Leon Bridges also emphasized the importance of the initiative, sharing, “Selena is setting a standard for how artists can use their platforms to drive real change, and I’m deeply honored to be a part of it.”
The 2026 benefit will also introduce its inaugural host committee, bringing together influential figures from entertainment, business, philanthropy, and wellness. Members include Becky G, Benny Blanco, Jay Shetty, Matty Matheson, Radhi Devlukia, Raquelle Stevens, and executives representing organizations such as Pacsun, UCLA Health, and lululemon. Their involvement reflects the Fund’s commitment to building partnerships that create meaningful opportunities for young people seeking mental health support. For performer Bella Kay, the event carries a particularly personal significance. Discussing her connection to the cause, she shared, “Music has always been an outlet for making sense of my own mental health and vulnerabilities so being part of an evening dedicated to expanding youth mental health support hits very close to home.” Through performances, advocacy, and philanthropic partnerships, the benefit aims to strengthen the organization’s global impact while encouraging open conversations about mental health.
With Selena Gomez leading the initiative and support from prominent entertainers and industry leaders, the fourth annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit will highlight the power of collaboration in expanding mental health resources and creating lasting opportunities for young people around the world.
