Spanish actress Penelope Cruz is to become president of an American branch of a charity that helps women and children in India. The Sabera Foundation was founded in 1999 by Spanish musician Nacho Cano and has been supported by the likes of actress Melanie Griffith and singer Ricky Martin. Cruz, who dates Hollywood megastar Tom Cruise, has for a while been involved with the Calcutta branch of the charity, which provides food, shelter and education to poor women. Sabera is planning a fund-raising event in Los Angeles on October 10, with the proceeds being used to build new hospitals and schools in Calcutta. Cruz says, "Sabera has created an environment for young women and children to improve their lives and receive equal opportunities despite lack of resources."...
- 7/19/2002
- WENN
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