Inspiring Youth is the Theme at the 9th Annual "Charlie Mack Party 4 Peace Weekend" [PICS]

Will Smith, Jaden Smith and a host of celebs came together for the Annual Party 4 Peace Event

Charlie Mack Long-time Philadelphia Activist, Philanthropist, and Entertainment Insider, Charlie Mack, in partnership with AmeriHealth Mercy Foundation, Keystone Mercy Health Plan, Global Fusion Festival, and Sheraton Hotels presented the 9th Annual Charlie Mack Party 4 Peace Celebrity Weekend taking place throughout various Philadelphia locations July 20-22, 2012.

As in past years, Charlie Mack Party 4 Peace Celebrity Weekend bought together unparalleled celebrity support including a host of Hollywood stars, recording artists, and professional athletes such as: Affion Crockett, AJ Calloway, Al Be Back, Alphonso McCauley, Bernard Hopkins, Carvin Haggins, Cedric Ceballos, Chris Spencer, Faizon Love, Hill Harper, Ivan Barias, Jamal Dolman, JD Williams, Kendra G, Kyla Pratt, Lil Rell, Melanie Comarcho, Q Parker of 112, Raheem Brock, Rev. Run, Sheree Whitfield, Tamala Jones, Terry & Rebecca Crews, and Tisha Campbell-Martin. Proceeds raised during the weekend will benefit local non-profit, the Charlie Mack Cares Center, a place of refuge for inner-city children founded by Mack in Southwest Philadelphia.

The theme of this year’s weekend was “I WILL BE GREAT LEADERS” set out to honor and highlight the accomplishments of outstanding Philadelphia youth, educate children on the importance of physical health, and provide motivation to help transform the lives of incarcerated young men and women.

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This year’s weekend featured a number of activities that included: “I WILL BE GREAT LEADERS” Luncheon, “I WILL BE GREAT LEADERS” formal Fundraiser dinner honoring Charlie Mack philanthropic efforts presented by the American Benefactor Foundation, Charlie Mack’s Talented Teens Competition,  Annual All White Affair, Annual Fashion Show, Charlie Mack Love The Kids Luncheon, Comedy Show, Healthy Hoops and Asthma Clinic presented by AmeriHealth Mercy Foundation/Keystone Mercy Health Plan, Global Fusion Concert Series, a private brunch where the celebrities learned about Sickle Cell Advancement through the Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia and the weekend’s highlight of a visit to Philadelphia’s Youth Study Center-the local youth detention center.

ABOUT CHARLIE MACK:
Affectionately referred to as Philadelphia’s “big brother,” Charles “Charlie Mack” Alston is a seasoned, connected and respected entertainment industry and sports insider who has had ties to many of today’s leading actors, musicians and athletes for nearly three decades. Aside from being friends to many high profile individuals, Mack has earned a reputation as a successful film executive having co-produced the blockbuster hit, “ATL,” starring Rapper/Actor, Tip T.I. Harris. Additionally, Mack produced the soon to be released, “Streets,” a film being premiered during this year’s weekend and directed by Jamal Hill, a fellow Philadelphian. Charlie Mack’s passion and purpose in life is to use his relationship and influence to improve the safety and quality of life for the Philadelphia community-at-large.

Pictures: The Charlie Mack Party 4 Peace Celebrity Weekend CLICK on any photo for LARGER IMAGE

 Extra Correspondent, AJ Calloway, Fox 29 Entertainment Reporter Kendra G,
and Mayor Michael Nutter

Music and Executive Powerhouses- (r  to l) Amber Noble, Q Parker of 112, Carvin Haggins, and Ivan Barias

Charlie Mack, Will & Jaden Smith, Marla Green of American Benefactor Foundation

Hill Harper, Charlie Mack, Rev Run, Russy enter Healthy Hoops

Kendra G, AJ Calloway, The Smiths, Charlie Mack, Bishop Darryl Robinson

Terry & Rebecca Crews, Will & Jaden Smith, Kenny & Fatimah Gamble, pose with Michael Rashid and Marcia Battle of AmeriHealth Mercy Foundation/Keystone Mercy Health Plan and family members

Terry Crews, Rebecca Crews, and Affion Crockett

Nick Reed, Jr (Brown Suit), Charlie Mack, Will & Jaden Smith, Marla Green (Khaki Jacket), Marian Marchese

ABOUT SPONSORS: The Charlie Mack Party 4 Peace Celebrity Weekend was produced in part by AmeriHealth Mercy Foundation, Keystone Mercy Health Plan, The Will & Jada Smith Family Foundation, and Sheraton Hotels.

ABOUT PARTNERS: The Charlie Mack “I Will Be Great” Awards was produced through the strategic foundation partnership with American Benefactor Foundation.