Nicki Minaj and Ciara Raise Funds for New Jersey Charity

Young Money femcee Nicki Minaj is joining forces with R&B artist Ciara. The Queens rapper and Atlanta singer have announced plans to perform at the Urban Vibe 2010 benefit concert, sponsored by the Hudson County Urban League, and hosted by Terrence and Rocsi of BET's '106 & Park.'

"Our mission is to empower, promote self-sufficiency, and advance the cause of opportunity for our diverse constituency," said Hudson County Urban League President Elnora Watson. "Through collaboration, outreach, information and technology, the ULOHC has developed services that help level the economic playing field."

The benefit also features reggae singer Shaggy, and Soca artists Farmer Nappy and Patrice Roberts, and is scheduled to take place on October 28, at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J. Tickets can be purchased here.