Star-Studded Elite City Beverly Hills Extravaganza

Beverly Hills, CA, July 27, 2015 (Newswire.com) - Willie Latimore, is an exceptionally gifted soloist, songwriter, producer, actor, artistic director, author and founder of Elite City Foundation, a non-profit organization founded in 2009 whose mission is to mentor and enrich at-risk inner city youth and young adults. This young music prodigy embarked on an entertainment career at a very early age and was molded by some extraordinary talents in the industry including his drama coach at Amazing Grace Conservatory (AGC) Wendy Raquel Robinson, vocal coach the late Tracey Coley, and many more. His career has evolved over the years and he has been privileged to work with such giants as; David Foster (Whitney Houston/Celine Dion), Dianne Warren (MichaelJackson), Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis (Janet Jackson/Prince), Trey Songz, Jhene, Luke James, Juelz Santanna, Omarion, Makeba (Rhianna/Beyoncé), Claude Kelly (Bruno Mars, BrittanySpears/Kelly Clarkson) Chante Moore, Troy Taylor, Rex Rightout (Ledis), B2k, Kenny Lattimore, and recently he performed on stage at the Grammy's with Beyoncé.

​Some of Latimore's mentors and musical collaborators will be honored and present to celebrate his 30 year milestone of life, love and music at a benefit performance this Sunday, July 26,2015 at House of Music and Entertainment (H.O.M.E.) located at 430 N. Camden in Beverly Hills, Calif. The evening will be filled with a host of surprise performances by an incredible lineup, as well as presentations to the following honorees: Amazing Grace Conservatory (WendyRaquel Robinson and posthumous honoree Tracy Coley), Job Corp (Jackie Honorie, president), The United Negro College Fund, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Kenny Lattimore, and other accomplished recipients for their community excellence. In addition, Latimore's recent book, Removing Your Mountains Thru the Power of Love and single release, "How Do I Get Love" will be debuted and available. Performances by: Kenny Lattimore; Steve Wash; accomplished actress and mentor at Amazing Grace Conservatory, Gigi Bolden; talent agent/philanthropist at 90210 Agency LyNea "L.B." Bell; singer Devyn Kelly; songwriter Danita Dustine; SamanthaShaw; Christian Dior Smith; and Justin Walker. Guest appearances by cast of "Raising Whitley" starring Kim Whitley, international model and songwriter Shawn Lupree, RCA Recording Artist Aanysa and many more.

A portion of the proceeds will benefit The South Los Angeles Community Cert Collaborative, Elite City Foundation's grant scholarship program for at-risk youth and young adult, Job Corp, The United Negro College Fund and AGC. The Honorable Congresswoman Maxine Waters, other dignitaries and special guests are also confirmed to participate in this unforgettable evening of music to benefit our underserved youth and young adult.

​Doors will open at 5 p.m., red carpet arrivals begin at 5:30 p.m., program, performances and tribute will begin at 6:30 p.m. General Admission is free before 6:30 p.m. with RSVP (book donation of $20 after 6:30 p.m.), VIP is $35 (includes preferential seating, book and digital single), Deluxe VIP $50 (includes hors d'oeuvres, preferential seating, book and digital single). For more info and to RSVP: [email protected].

​Sponsors and partners include: Elite City Foundation, K.B.E. Entertainment, BMI, Sony Music, RCA, Sister2Sister Magazine, Atlantic Records, 90210 Talent Agency, Youth Preparedness Council, Amazing Grace Conservatory, United Negro College Fund, Job Corps.
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​ABOUT ELITE CITY FOUNDATION: The Elite City Foundation (EFC) www.elitecityfoundation.org is a 501(c) 3 non-profit mentorship and apprenticeship program. ECF specializes in uplifting and empowering the inner city youth by bridging the gap between our unpolished diamonds and leaders of tomorrow with a stairway towards there purposed destiny.

​ABOUT WILLIE LATIMORE​: Willie Latimore is a musical prodigy who has shared the stage with many musical icons, as well as worked with major music producers. He has also mentored hundreds of youth as an artistic music director to up and-coming artists and has produced stellar music projects that have propelled the careers of many industry professionals.​

​Latimore recently received his Doctorate degree in ministry (from Next Dimension University). Latimore is a poised young man - not only as a gifted singer - but also speaking into the lives of many as an inspirational speaker. In addition, he was recently honored at the White House by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) as a humanitarian, brand marketing consultant and Affirmer for the National Strategy for Youth Preparedness Education.

​For info email [email protected]. Also, visit:www.willielatimore.com or www.elitecityfoundation.org.