At the inaugural fundraiser of Support + Feed in Los Angeles, Billie Eilish, Finneas O’Connell, and Janelle Monáe were presented with the Inspiration Awards. Support + Feed, a plant-based food initiative, was founded by Billie (21), a passionate vegan advocate, along with her brother Finneas (26) and their mother, Maggie Baird.

The event served as a convergence point for activists, artists, and philanthropists, addressing topics such as the climate crisis, environmental concerns, and sustainability. 

Baird expressed gratitude to the attendees, acknowledging the positive impact of various community organizations, volunteers, and companies contributing to positive change.

Amidst the current conflicts, she emphasized the importance of celebrating moments of light and positivity. Janelle Monáe (37) and environmental activist Isaias Hernandez were also honored with Inspiration Awards. Monáe shared an emotional account of her upbringing, highlighting the influence of her family’s commitment to serving the less fortunate in their community.

Following the award presentation, Finneas reflected on the organization’s founding, acknowledging the financial contributions and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to support meaningful causes. He recounted the inception of the idea during the pɑndemic, driven by a desire to support vegan restaurants in L.A. and provide meals to hospital workers.

Billie, when taking the stage, paid tribute to her mother, expressing admiration and pride for her impactful initiatives.

 She commended her mother’s extraordinary work and the global support it has garnered, underlining the incredible achievements of Support + Feed. The singer concluded by expressing her profound pride in her mother’s accomplishments.

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