As many of you know, I'm the President of the junior board for a non-profit organization here in New York City, The Children's Aid Society. We are hosting our second annual spring fundraiser, 'a Gatsby Affair', on May 23rd from 6-9 PM at the David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center.
This year's party will feature an open bar, fantastic food from Tom Colicchio's 'wichcraft catering, an excellent tiered raffle, and amazing music and entertainment.
Our beneficiary is The Hope Leadership Academy. Every year, over 300 families in Manhattan and the Bronx benefit from
the Hope Leadership Academy. 95% of the families served are below the
Federal Poverty Line, 4% are low-income and 1% have a modest income.
Established to help low-income teens age 14-24, Hope trains youth to be
community educators, advocates and leaders, and gives them the skills
and self-confidence they need to make changes in their own lives, their
neighborhoods, and beyond.
On Friday, I had the chance to hang out at Hope and see the participants celebrating "Women's Day" at the center. They had invited women that were important in their lives to Hope to enjoy an evening of great food (served by all the boys/men) and have their nails painted, play karaoke, make friendship bracelets, and be regaled by the talented young people at Hope. One of those special young women will be performing at 'a Gatsby Affair.' I don't want to spoil the surprise, but I've now seen her perform twice and it gives me chills every time!
Come join us, see the special surprise, and celebrate this wonderful cause!
No comments:
Post a Comment