Award of Hope Gala.

June 9, 2007.

At the famed Beverly Wilshire Hotel on June 9th, City of Hope and The Apparel Industries Group presented Michael Ball, CEO and Founder of Rock & Republic, with City of Hope’s top philanthropic honor, the Spirit of Life® Award. Guests enjoyed a true sensory experience with outstanding musical performances by five-time Grammy Award winning artist, John Legend and highly sought-after spinner DJ Rockaton. Celebrities such as Brittany Murphy and Jason Ritter all came to lend their support to Michael Ball and Rock the Cure. This event was truly a unique fusion of Rock & Republic’s edgy and sophisticated style with one of this city’s most memorable and anticipated events of the year!