Selena Gomez Taps Jimmy Kimmel to Host Third Annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit Featuring The Marías

The Rare Impact Fund Benefit, which supports youth mental health organizations, returns to Los Angeles on October 29, 2025.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Selena Gomez announced that her third annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit, taking place on October 29^th in Los Angeles, will be hosted by Emmy Award-winning comedian and late-night host Jimmy Kimmel and feature a special performance by The Marías.

This year's Rare Impact Fund Benefit: A Night of Radiance and Reflection marks five years since the founding of the Rare Impact Fund. As part of this milestone moment, the Fund will spotlight five of its 30 nonprofit global partners on stage. This programming will highlight the personal stories, community impact, and cultural relevance of organizations working on the front lines of mental health.

"Five Years ago, we set out to expand access to youth mental health. What began as a vision has become a thriving community rooted in compassion, fueled by action and united by the idea that access to mental health is a fundamental right. The Rare Impact Fund Benefit has been an integral part of our continued growth. It's a moment to reflect on the lives we've touched, the stories that move us, and the urgent work still ahead. This gathering brings together the people, partners, and purpose behind our mission and ensures we can keep showing up for young people in the ways they deserve." – Elyse Cohen, Chief Impact Officer at Rare Beauty and President of the Rare Impact Fund

The non-traditional, cocktail-style fundraiser brings together a global community of advocates for an inspiring evening advancing the Rare Impact Fund's mission to mobilize $100 million for organizations that increase access to mental health services and education for young people.

"This night is a celebration of how far we've come and a powerful reminder of how much more we can do together," said Selena Gomez, Founder and Creator of Rare Beauty and the Rare Impact Fund. "I'm incredibly grateful to Jimmy and The Marías for joining me in shining a light on youth mental health. Their support means the world – not just to me, but to millions of young people this work touches around the globe." – Selena Gomez, Founder and Creator of the Rare Impact Fund and Rare Beauty

Since launching in 2020, the Rare Impact Fund has raised over $20 million and supported 30 nonprofit partners across five continents, supporting 2 million people annually.

"The world is an increasingly difficult place, especially for young people. I'm grateful to Selena Gomez for inviting me to host the third annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit. Mental health is just as important as physical health, and I'm honored to help support their great work." – Jimmy Kimmel, Emmy Award-winning comedian and late-night host

Supporters of the 2025 fundraiser include Rare Beauty, Sephora, Pinterest, Pacsun, lululemon, Google.org, and UCLA Health.

For more information, please visit the event site.

SOURCE Rare Beauty