Danny Glover

Danny Glover, Jimmy Jean-Louis To Appear At Haiti Fundraiser In Washington.
The Haiti earthquake may have occurred two months ago, but people across the country haven’t forgotten about it, and the U.S. capital is no exception. Activists and actors Danny Glover and Jimmy Jean-Louis will be among the honored guests at the “To Haiti with Love” fundraiser at 5 p.m. March 21 at the W Hotel in Washington, D.C. The proceeds from the event, hosted by Global Commerce Solutions, will benefit the people of Haiti through two collaborating non-profit charitable organizations: The Children and Families Global Development Fund, Inc. and The Hollywood Unites for Haiti Earthquake Assistance Fund.  The latter group was founded by “Heroes” star Jean-Louis, a Haiti native who has worked tirelessly since the disaster to help provide relief for his countrymen at home and abroad. Joining him will be The Honorable Raymond Joseph, the Haitian ambassador to the United States. The two of them will provide attendees with a status update of the Caribbean nation and plans for further relief. “Even though many of the cameras have left, the needs still exist,” said Harry Black, vice president of Global Commerce Solutions, in a press release for the benefit. “We are proud to host this event with our special guests to do our part to assure that the people of Haiti continue to receive the support they need to rebuild over the long term.”   “To Haiti with Love” is just one instance of Glover’s activism. The actor recently encouraged a boycott of fashion label Hugo Boss prior to the 82nd annual Academy Awards. This request of Oscar nominees was in response to the German clothing line’s impending closure of an Ohio manufacturing plant