The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (Swcrf) 22nd Anniversary Collaborating for a Cure Gala raised a record of nearly $6 Million for innovative research studying cancer genetics and metastasis.
The event sold out in advance, drawing nearly 1,000 guests who celebrated the Swcrf’s research achievements, and honorees Kobi Halperin, Valery Joseph, and Marc Taub, who received the Swcrf Collaborating for Cure awards.
Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
Credit/Copyright: Patrick McMullan
Guests at this year’s gala were treated to a special performance by Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, who just released their fifth studio album and will finish a tour opening for legendary bands such as The Rolling Stones and The Who. CBS 2’s Chris Wragge emceed the event.
Mr. Halperin, Mr. Joseph, and Mr. Taub each shared personal stories of how cancer has indelibly touched their lives. Mr. Joseph received a standing ovation after recounting his late...
The event sold out in advance, drawing nearly 1,000 guests who celebrated the Swcrf’s research achievements, and honorees Kobi Halperin, Valery Joseph, and Marc Taub, who received the Swcrf Collaborating for Cure awards.
Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
Credit/Copyright: Patrick McMullan
Guests at this year’s gala were treated to a special performance by Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, who just released their fifth studio album and will finish a tour opening for legendary bands such as The Rolling Stones and The Who. CBS 2’s Chris Wragge emceed the event.
Mr. Halperin, Mr. Joseph, and Mr. Taub each shared personal stories of how cancer has indelibly touched their lives. Mr. Joseph received a standing ovation after recounting his late...
- 11/27/2019
- Look to the Stars
On Thursday, April 18, East Side House Settlement (Esh) once again partnered with the Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association (Gnyada) to host the 20th Anniversary Gala Preview of the New York International Auto Show (Nyias).
James Brolin at 20th Anniversary Gala Preview of the New York International Auto Show
Credit/Copyright: Vladimir Weinstien
Attracting more than 1,400 guests, the annual event was an exclusive preview night for car enthusiasts with the proceeds benefiting Esh, a community-based non-profit organization that provides educational and economic opportunity for some of New York City’s most vulnerable communities. The event raised more than $1.1 million. This year, Esh honored Manhattan Motorcars’ Dealer Principal and Gnyada Board Member Brian Miller with the Champion for Excellence Award for his longtime support of the organization and Gala Preview night. For the second consecutive year, Porsche Cars North America was the Official Car Sponsor. Ryan Field, Wabc Channel 7 Sports Anchor,...
James Brolin at 20th Anniversary Gala Preview of the New York International Auto Show
Credit/Copyright: Vladimir Weinstien
Attracting more than 1,400 guests, the annual event was an exclusive preview night for car enthusiasts with the proceeds benefiting Esh, a community-based non-profit organization that provides educational and economic opportunity for some of New York City’s most vulnerable communities. The event raised more than $1.1 million. This year, Esh honored Manhattan Motorcars’ Dealer Principal and Gnyada Board Member Brian Miller with the Champion for Excellence Award for his longtime support of the organization and Gala Preview night. For the second consecutive year, Porsche Cars North America was the Official Car Sponsor. Ryan Field, Wabc Channel 7 Sports Anchor,...
- 4/25/2019
- Look to the Stars
The International Women’s Media Foundation (Iwmf) last week honored several outstanding female journalists at the 2018 Courage in Journalism Awards luncheon at Cipriani 42ndStreet.
Andrea B. Smith and Christy Turlington Burns
Credit/Copyright: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Iwmf
This year’s honorees included news agency Jinha founder, Zehra Doğan, U.S. freelance photojournalist, Meridith Kohut, undercover CNN International correspondent, Nima Elbagir, and organized crime reporter and Zeta editor-in-chief, Rosario Mosso Castro. “60 Minutes’” Lesley Stahl also received the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award. Additionally, MSNBC President, Phil Griffin was recognized with the Iwmf Leadership Award along with Bloomberg News’ Senior Editor, Karen Toulon who was honored with the Gwen Ifill Award.
The honorees were selected for exhibiting extraordinary bravery and courage as they reported from areas of instability, oppression and conflict. Since its inception in 1990, the Iwmf has honored more than 100 female journalists from 55 countries. The Courage in Journalism Awards show people...
Andrea B. Smith and Christy Turlington Burns
Credit/Copyright: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Iwmf
This year’s honorees included news agency Jinha founder, Zehra Doğan, U.S. freelance photojournalist, Meridith Kohut, undercover CNN International correspondent, Nima Elbagir, and organized crime reporter and Zeta editor-in-chief, Rosario Mosso Castro. “60 Minutes’” Lesley Stahl also received the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award. Additionally, MSNBC President, Phil Griffin was recognized with the Iwmf Leadership Award along with Bloomberg News’ Senior Editor, Karen Toulon who was honored with the Gwen Ifill Award.
The honorees were selected for exhibiting extraordinary bravery and courage as they reported from areas of instability, oppression and conflict. Since its inception in 1990, the Iwmf has honored more than 100 female journalists from 55 countries. The Courage in Journalism Awards show people...
- 10/31/2018
- Look to the Stars
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