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Prostate Cancer Foundation Hosts 2018 New York Dinner

by xoJohn December 11, 2018

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The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) hosted the 2018 New York Dinner at the Restaurant Daniel in New York City. The dinner raised $11 million dollars to support the foundation. Guests were treated to a special performance by Grammy® Award winners Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo. The memorable evening welcomed leaders in medicine, top research scientists and distinguished New York City socialites to explore refined European cuisine, world-class wines and the gracious hospitality at Restaurant Daniel in support of the Prostate Cancer Foundation.

December 11, 2018 0 comment

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Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation Hosts 2018 Collaborating for a Cure Benefit Gala

by xoJohn November 16, 2018

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One of our favorite organizations, The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF), held their annual Collaborating for a Cure Benefit Dinner & Auction at Cipriani Wall Street. This marks 21 years of the charitable event. The annual gala raised approximately $2.5 million to support the SWCRF “Invest in Research” efforts that fund highly collaborative research projects focused on eradicating cancer. No snowstorm could keep guests away, including us, as the room was filled with hundreds of people. The gala encompassed 80% personal purchases and 20% purchases from corporations, whereas the other 14 fundraising events saw a turnout comprised of 20% personal purchases and 80% corporate purchases.

November 16, 2018 0 comment

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Inside The 2018 Art of Cooking Benefit

by xoJohn November 2, 2018

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The Sylvia Center teaches young people how to enjoy, prepare, and speak up for healthy food. Their annual Art of Cooking Gala returned to New York City at Hudson Mercantile on November 1. The gala honored seven of The Sylvia Center’s Founding Board Members, with dinner specially curated by Michelin star Chef Anita Lo. Lo, the first female guest chef to cook for a state dinner at The White House, was the owner and head chef at beloved Greenwich Village restaurant Annisa for 17 years.

November 2, 2018 0 comment

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Dominican Women’s Development Center Honors Lin-Manuel Miranda

by xoJohn October 29, 2018

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Dominican Women’s Development Center (DWDC) is an amazing organization whose mission is to empower all women and communities to advance gender equality and social justice. Something we all need during these difficult times. Since being founded in 1998, DWDC has worked hard to make families and individuals realize their potential. One of the many ways DWDC does this is by honoring extraordinary people at their annual gala. This year marks 30 years of charitable greatness. The gala was held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, where they honored composer, lyricist, and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda, and other notable people, including Dr. Casilda Balmaceda (Board-Certified Neurologist and CEO of Neurology Associates), Marisol Martinez (Vice President, Channel Relationship Marketing, Charter Communications), Jomari Goyso (Designer, Beauty Expert and Hairstylist), NYPD Police Officer Daniel Kern, Maria Terrero (Family Services Coordinator, Early Head Start, DWDC), and philanthropist and author Jean Shafiroff.

October 29, 2018 0 comment

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Larry Scott Produces the Global Lyme Alliance 4th Annual New York City Gala

by xoJohn October 16, 2018

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Lyme disease is an illness caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi, transmitted through the bite of an infected black-legged tick. The disease has been reported in all 50 states and more than 80 countries. All ages are affected, but children aged 3-14 are most at risk, with 200 new cases every day. Early diagnosis and treatment are the keys to combating the disease. The Global Lyme Alliance (GLA) is also helping combat the disease with their annual New York City Gala. This year’s ceremony was hosted by FOX 5 Good Day New York co-anchor, Lori Stokes, at Cipriani 42nd Street. The gala raised over $2 million. The money supports the GLA’s mission to advance scientific research leading to a reliable diagnostic test, improved treatment options, and ultimately, find a cure for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Ramona Singer and Erin Walker were honored at the gala while the audience was treated to a show-stopping performance by Tony Award-winning Broadway and television star Sutton Foster.

October 16, 2018 0 comment

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James Beard Foundation Honors Padma Lakshmi at 2018 Chefs & Champagne

by xoJohn July 30, 2018

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

Over the weekend, the prestigious culinary community came together at Wölffer Estate Vineyard in Sagaponack, to honor Padma Lakshmi. The annual Chefs & Champagne fundraiser is literally the event of the Summer is hosted by the James Beard Foundation (JBF). JBF does an excellent job of celebrating and nurturing people who are making America’s food culture more diverse, delicious, and sustainable for everyone. In addition to Chefs & Champagne, JBF administers the James Beard Awards; grants scholarships for culinary students; produces national events like the Taste America tour, and creates educational programs for the culinary community and food lovers.

Speaking of food lovers, more than 35 chefs from around the country, gathered under the tent at Wölffer Estate Vineyard to feed about 900 foodies and philanthropists at Chefs & Champagne. Everyone was there to not only nosh on the many offerings, sip Champagne Boizel, wines, and ciders from Wölffer Estate Vineyard, but to celebrate Padma Lakshmi. JBF’s newest CEO Clare Reichenbach shared “It was fantastic to honor Padma Lakshmi and to recognize her inspiring contributions to the culinary community.”

July 30, 2018 0 comment

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The 14th Annual Hamptons Happening Benefits The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation

by xoJohn July 18, 2018

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Every year, The Hamptons Happening is among the most eagerly awaited events of the Hamptons Summer season. The benefit is a scrumptious celebration of New York’s finest cuisine, personally presented by 20 of the top chefs of the most celebrated restaurants in New York City and the Hamptons. Guests indulged their appetites for the savory and the sweet, mixed and mingled, bid on exciting live and silent auction items and danced to world-renowned bluegrass band Sheriff and The Deputy all the while collaborating to fund the quest for a cure for cancer.

July 18, 2018 0 comment

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Inside The 12th Annual Get Wild! Summer Benefit

by xoJohn June 26, 2018

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The Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center of the Hamptons celebrated their 12th Annual GET WILD! Summer Gala at Joan and Bernard Carl’s Little Orchard Garden on Coopers Neck Lane in Southampton, NY. The event honored Jay Schneiderman, Southampton Town Supervisor and Susan McGraw Keber, East Hampton Town Trustee, and welcomed distinguished guests to celebrate the united efforts to rehabilitate animals and successfully release them back into the wild across Long Island.

June 26, 2018 0 comment

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