ļ»æBillie Eilish, Finneas OāConnell, and Janelle MonĆ”e were bestowed with the prestigious Inspiration Awards at Support + Feedās inaugural fundraiser in Los Angeles.
Ā This event celebrated the plant-based food initiative founded by Billie, a dedicated vegan advocate at 21, along with her brother Finneas, 26, and their mother, Maggie Baird.
The gathering brought together a diverse array of activists, artists, and philanthropists for an evening dedicated to addressing pressing issues such as the climate crisis, environmental sustainability, and the importance of plant-based diets.
Maggie Baird, addressing the crowd, expressed her gratitude for the collective efforts of all those present in driving positive change. She highlighted the impactful contributions made by numerous community organizations, volunteers, and companies dedicated to reshaping societal norms and behaviors.
Amidst challenging times, Baird underscored the significance of finding moments of celebration, despite prevailing darkness, alluding to the ongoing cošflict between Israel and Palestine.
Janelle MonĆ”e, alongside environmental activist Isaias Hernandez, was honored with the Inspiration Award, delivering an emotional speech recounting her upbringing and the values instilled by her familyās commitment to service and community support.
Finneas, in his acceptance speech, reflected on the organizationās inception during the pašdemic-induced lockdown, emphasizing the transformative impact of their music career on enabling their motherās altruistic vision.Ā
He lauded his motherās swift action in establishing the non-profit, Support + Feed, and expressed humility in their role compared to the broader communityās contributions.
Billie, taking the stage, paid heartfelt tribute to her mother, expressing admiration for her selflessness and unwavering dedication to making a difference.
Ā She commended her motherās remarkable achievements and the overwhelming support from attendees and supporters worldwide.
In a touching moment, Billie embraced her mother before concluding her remarks, expressing pride and gratitude for her profound impact and inspiring leadership.
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