JAY-Z, Meek Mill Host $20M Charity Gala for Criminal Justice Reform

A night of high-stakes glamour and generosity unfolded in Atlantic City. From The Weeknd's concert to a $1.8M golf bid with Tom Brady, the gala redefined charity fundraising.

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2026 March 30 . 2:02 AM

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JAY-Z, Meek Mill Host $20M Charity Gala for Criminal Justice Reform

A star-studded charity gala took place at Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City over the weekend. Hosted by JAY-Z, Michael Rubin, and Meek Mill, the REFORM Alliance Casino Night And Gala 2024 brought together top names from music, film, and sports for a night of high-stakes entertainment and fundraising. The event aimed to support criminal justice reform, raising over $20 million for the second year running.

The evening kicked off with performances from some of the biggest names in music. Travis Scott, Ice Spice, Quavo, DJ Khaled, and Chase B took to the stage, while The Weeknd delivered a full concert experience in Oceans' Ovation Hall. Stars like Beyoncé, Kevin Hart, and Jamie Foxx were among the attendees, adding to the event's glamour.

High rollers, including JAY-Z, DJ Khaled, and Quavo, placed large bets throughout the night. A charity auction featured exclusive items, such as a round of golf with Tom Brady at Michael Jordan's private club. This alone raised $1.8 million, with two winning bids of $900,000 each. Another standout lot was an exclusive concert by Megan Thee Stallion, which sold for $600,000. Limited-edition watches and other luxury items were also auctioned off. All proceeds went towards the REFORM Alliance's work in criminal justice reform, continuing the event's tradition of high-impact fundraising.

The gala's success marked another major contribution to criminal justice reform efforts. With over $20 million raised, the funds will support the REFORM Alliance's ongoing initiatives. The combination of star power, exclusive auctions, and live performances ensured the event's continued impact for the cause.