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Maestro Cares Foundation to Honor Becky G, Draco Rosa and Jaime Gilinski at Its 13th Annual “Changing Lives, Building Dreams” Gala

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Maestro Cares Foundation co-founders Marc Anthony and Henry Cárdenas announced on October 26 that global superstar and activist Becky G, legendary pop pioneer and philanthropist Draco Rosa, and Colombian business leader and philanthropist Jaime Gilinski will be honored at the Foundation’s 13th Annual “Changing Lives, Building Dreams” Gala on November 4, 2026, at Cipriani Wall Street in New York City.

Hosted by CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano and actor Luis Guzmán, the evening will bring together supporters to celebrate the honorees’ commitment to giving back and raise funds for children and communities across Latin America and the United States.

Becky G will receive Maestro Cares Foundation’s Voice of Change Award in recognition of her advocacy and dedication to creating opportunities for others. Through her support for educational access, immigrant families, and the empowerment of women and Latino communities, she has used her voice and platform to inspire meaningful change. Her efforts include supporting scholarships and music education, championing women entrepreneurs, and encouraging the next generation to pursue their dreams.

Draco Rosa will receive Maestro Cares Foundation’s Courage to Care Award for his commitment to supporting individuals and families facing serious health challenges. Through his work with the Vox Forte Alliance and initiatives such as Ride por la Vida, the singer and songwriter has helped mobilize resources and raise awareness while bringing hope to communities in need. His dedication reflects the spirit of the award, which recognizes individuals who use their success and influence to advocate for meaningful causes and inspire others to act.

Jaime Gilinski will receive Maestro Cares Foundation’s Corporate Social Responsibility Award in recognition of his commitment to expanding opportunities and improving lives through business leadership and philanthropy. As CEO of Grupo Nutresa, he reflects a commitment to the role business can play in creating meaningful social impact. Through the Raquel K. Gilinski Foundation and other initiatives, he supports scholarships, healthcare institutions, and programs benefiting women and children. His contributions also include rebuilding hospitals and schools in his hometown of Cali, Colombia.

The evening will feature a special live performance by Marc Anthony, silent and live auctions, and other surprises. Funds raised will support Maestro Cares Foundation’s work in housing, education, and health for disadvantaged children and communities.

For sponsorship opportunities, tickets, or more information, visit the Gala website.

About Maestro Cares Foundation

Maestro Cares Foundation (MCF) is a nonprofit organization founded in 2012 by international music icon Marc Anthony and entrepreneur Henry Cárdenas. Its mission is to improve the quality of life of disadvantaged children and communities in Latin America and the United States. The Foundation partners with local foundations and organizations to fund sustainable projects that create safe and healthy environments for children, supporting their developmental and academic needs.

To date, Maestro Cares Foundation has funded 46 projects in 17 countries and territories, impacting the lives of thousands of children. Through the Maestro Cares Foundation Scholarship Program, the Foundation also provides educational opportunities for Latino students who demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, and a commitment to charitable work. To date, MCF has supported more than 250 scholars in pursuing their education.

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Xavi Earns His First Latin Grammy Nominations With ‘Dosis,’ Plus a Performance Slot in Las Vegas

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The face of romantic tumbados just got his first Latin Grammy invitations. Xavi, the Phoenix-born singer-songwriter who helped redefine corridos for a new generation, has earned the first two Latin Grammy nominations of his career: Best Contemporary Mexican Music Album for Dosis and Best Regional Song for “No Capea,” his collaboration with Grupo Frontera. On November 12, he will also perform at the 27th Annual Latin Grammy Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

Dosis, his nineteen-track sophomore album released in May through Interscope Records, is the bigger swing. After breaking through with the viral acoustic hit “La Víctima” and the follow-up smash “La Diabla,” and establishing himself with his debut album Next, Xavi used Dosis to widen the frame, keeping the requinto-led, guitar-first heart of his tumbado romántico style while pushing its production and songwriting into new territory. “No Capea,” which he co-wrote, pairs him with Grupo Frontera, one of the genre’s biggest groups, and has become a streaming-era anthem of its own.

“To see Dosis and ‘No Capea’ celebrated alongside artists I admire is a dream come true,” Xavi said when the nominations were announced. “I dedicate these nominations to my grandfather, who first introduced me to music. Making him proud means everything.” It is a fitting note for an artist who began composing as a teenager in Phoenix and built his audience one phone-recorded song at a time.

The live show has kept pace with the records. His X tour has been filling arenas across Mexico, and in September he joined Natanael Cano on stage in Guadalajara, a meeting of the two artists most responsible for the corridos tumbados era.

First nominations are a before-and-after moment in any career. Xavi arrives in Las Vegas with two of them, a performance slot on the telecast and a sophomore album the Academy itself has certified as one of the year’s essential Mexican music records. The next chapter starts November 12.

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