This premier event celebrates St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and its International Outreach Program (IOP). The mission of the IOP is to improve the survival rates of children with catastrophic diseases worldwide, by sharing knowledge, technology, and organizational skills with doctors in partner clinics. The program works with clinics in 14 countries around the world, mostly in Latin America.

In addition, this upcoming year marks a truly remarkable milestone for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, its 50th anniversary. Throughout the year, St. Jude's will celebrate 50 years of medical breakthroughs, honor the donors and volunteers who have so generously supported its work, and pay tribute to the children and families who inspire us all through their courageous fight against life-threatening diseases.

In previous years, gala guests have not only enjoyed a wonderful event, but also entertainment by some of the most recognized Latino singers in the world who have generously donated their time in honor of the children of St. Jude. Some of the renowned artists who have taken the stage are Victor Manuel, Jose Feliciano, Chino y Nacho, Cristian Castro, Albita, Fanny Lu, Luis Enrique, Eduardo Osorio, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Willy Chirino, Luis Fonsi, Noel Schajris and many others. The gala has also honored some of the most recognized and celebrated artists in Latin music and entertainment for their humanitarian work, such as Romero Britto, Juanes, Tommy and Thalia Mottola, Emilio and Gloria Estefan and singer Luis Fonsi.

For tickets and sponsorship information visit www.stjude.org/miamigala or contact Paola Cassana at 305-265-1371 or by e-mail at paola.cassana@stjude.org.