On Thursday, November 5, prominent philanthropists Gordon and Ann Getty hosted the Africa Foundation benefit at their opulent San Francisco residence, featuring a decadent cocktail reception, touching speeches and an exhilarating live auction. Bheki Ntuli, a program officer for the foundation in Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa, spoke of the ongoing projects and its influence on rural communities, while actor Eric Close and his wife Keri shared their personal experiences with children in the organization. The inspirational accounts proved to further fuel the lively charity auction, which served to benefit the foundation’s efforts. On the market: safaris through Southern Africa, wines from the Getty cellar, tickets to San Francisco Ballet‘s Nutcracker, and a tasting tour through various Napa wineries.

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