On October 29, 2025, Selena Gomez took centre stage at her third annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit in L.A., turning heads with a striking violet-hued mini-dress — and reiterating her deeper mission: making mental health resources accessible for young people worldwide.
The 33-year-old singer-actor arrived at the gala in a rich purple mini-dress paired with a matching shawl, a look capturing both confidence and purpose. But the fashion was not just for show — it complemented the evening’s serious focus and served as a reminder of the boldness required to tackle mental-health issues openly today.
Founded by Gomez in 2020 as the philanthropic arm of her beauty brand Rare Beauty, the Rare Impact Fund is mobilizing $100 million to expand access to youth-mental-health services and education globally.
In recent years, the Fund has already supported dozens of nonprofits across multiple continents, reached millions of young people, and launched initiatives like the Giving Circle (aimed at democratizing charitable giving starting at $1/month). At this year’s benefit, the agenda included a star-hosted evening with auctioned experiences (from luxury vacations to beauty-brand exclusives) and live performance by The Marías — all to raise further funds and awareness.
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For Gomez, mental-health advocacy is deeply personal. She has spoken openly about the challenges she’s faced — including a bipolar diagnosis — and how stagnant or inaccessible help made a difference in her life. Through Rare Impact, she is transforming those experiences into a platform — one that encourages community, support, and visible resources rather than silence or shame.
With the benefit now in its third year, Gomez and her team appear committed to expanding scope and scale:
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More inclusive, culturally responsive mental-health programming for youth worldwide.
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Bigger fundraising targets, more ambitious community engagement via the Giving Circle and other grassroots efforts.
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Continued alignment of Rare Beauty’s sales, brand collaborations, and the gala event to channel consumer and celebrity momentum into sustainable impact.
Selena Gomez Shines in Purple Mini-Dress for Rare Impact Fund Benefit Event: Photos.
