A Night of Music, Solidarity, and Purpose..Shining Stars of Hope 2025 at MusicHall Beirut

Beirut, December 18, 2025 - On December 17,the TAKREEM Foundation held its annual fundraising concert at MusicHall Beirut,marking a new edition of Shining Stars of Hope, the initiative launchedin 2023 to support Lebanon’s artistic community. The evening brought together alive band and more than 30 singers, performers and musicians for a carefullycurated program celebrating artistic expression, resilience, and solidarity.

Proceeds from the concert will be allocated to support 100 Lebaneseartists, as well as Les Restaurants du Cœur au Liban, reinforcing theFoundation’s commitment to both cultural preservation and humanitarianassistance for vulnerable families.

The program featured performances that moved across music, theatre,spoken word, and movement, reflecting the diversity and depth of Lebanon’scultural heritage. Participating artists included the great voice Jahida Wehbeand around her, young emerging talents Aya Abi Kanaan, Nariman Abou Rahal,Johny Aouad, Kevin Bou Nassif, Cosette Chedid, Bouchra Hachem, Samir Karam,Patrick Khalil, Daria Leyla, Shana, Fidel Zreibi, and One Harmony by TaniaKassis Academy. Mazen Kiwan made a special appearance withSahar Abou Khalil. Each contribution added a distinct voice to an eveningshaped by purpose and collective responsibility.

The sold-out event welcomed supporters of the arts, cultural figures, andphilanthropists who gathered in shared recognition of the role artists play inshaping collective memory and identity. Once again, Shining Stars of Hopedemonstrated how collaboration between artists, institutions, and the publiccan translate solidarity into tangible impact.

In parallel, the initiative continues to grow through an onlinefundraising campaign developed in collaboration with META and audited byAlexandria Trust, ensuring transparency and sustainability in itssupport mechanisms. Financial support collected throughout the year will bedistributed discreetly, addressing essential and urgent needs.

About TAKREEM Foundation
The TAKREEM Foundation is a non-profit organization founded by Ricardo Karam tohighlight Arab excellence and contribute to positive change. Through itsawards, forums, cultural programs, and philanthropic initiatives, TAKREEMpromotes dialogue, recognizes achievement, and supports communities across theArab world and its diaspora.