Tag: Fundraiser

Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: The Eastcoast VIP Social Events You Can Not Miss in August

Amazing Events in August on the east coast:

  • New York Second Chance Rescue Concert for a Cause (Friday, August 8, 2025, 7 PM – 11 PM at 900 Lumber Lane, Bridgehampton, NY): This concert returns to the Hamptons with a live performance by Grammy-nominated artist and Billboard Music Award winner Robin Thicke. The event will honor actress and animal advocate Christine Evangelista, with special guest Bravo star Melissa Gorga. Hosted by The Fishel Family in loving memory of Melissa Fishel, attendees can enjoy signature cocktails and a gourmet vegetarian menu by Events by RHC, all while supporting life-saving rescue efforts for animals in need.
  • Cocktails to Save the Bays (Friday, August 8th, 6-8 PM, Southampton Village): Hosted by Peconic Baykeeper, this fundraiser event is dedicated to supporting the fight for clean water. The specific location in Southampton Village will be provided to ticket purchasers via email to ensure host privacy.
  • East Hampton Library 21st Annual Authors Night fundraiser (Saturday, August 9, 2025): Known as one of the most popular and celebrity-studded events on the Hamptons summer calendar, Authors Night features 100 authors across all genres. It has evolved into one of America’s most successful celebrations of books and authors, and one of the largest library-author events of its kind in the country.
  • Silverstein Dream Foundation Gala to Support the work of the Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) Foundation: The 5th Annual Hamptons Garden Gala is designed to be an unforgettable night filled with fun, inspiration, and progress towards finding a cure for diabetes. This unique event combines the elegance of a formal gala with the intimacy of a dinner party, featuring a lavish cocktail reception, a delectable seated dinner, silent and live auctions, exciting entertainment, and dancing.
  • East Hampton Artists and Writers Softball Game (August 16, 2025, 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Herrick Park, East Hampton, NY 11937): This is the 77th Anniversary Game, a highly anticipated annual event where celebrities compete in a “fierce competition where celebrities play and everybody wins!”
  • Bow Wow Meow Ball at the ARF Adoption Center (Saturday, August 16, 6:30 PM): This elegant evening supports the cats and dogs at ARF Hamptons. The event begins with cocktails and hors doeuvres in the garden tent at 6:30 PM, followed by dinner and dancing in the William P. Rayner Training Center at ARF. The evening includes heartwarming videos, music, a live auction, and culminates with ARF’s popular Parade of Animals, with photography by Mark Kopko Photography.
  • The Ellen Hermanson Foundation- Ellen’s Run (Sunday, August 17): Ellenâ’s Run is the signature event of The Ellen Hermanson Foundation. It serves as a powerful movement that celebrates breast cancer survivors, honors those who have been lost, and supports critical breast cancer programs. The event offers a beautiful seaside backdrop and a welcoming energy, making it “more than a race it is a movement.”
  • SUMMERFEST TO BENEFIT SOUTHAMPTON ARTS CENTER (Saturday, August 23, 6 PM): This is the 10th annual SummerFest Gala at the Southampton Arts Center. The enchanting evening of delicious dining and captivating music on the beautiful grounds of 25 Jobs Lane will honor Christine Mack with the Champions of the Arts Award for her exceptional contributions to the arts.
  • HAMPTON CLASSIC HORSE SHOW (August 24-31, 2025): This is a week-long premier equestrian and social event. It features  a show jumping competition, showcasing world-class hunters. Photo by Kent Harrington.
  • Southampton Arts Center ARCHITECTURE + DESIGN TOUR (Saturday, September 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM): This tour provides an opportunity to explore significant architectural and design sites.
  • GEORGE D. YATES GOLF OUTING AT THE MAIDSTONE CLUB (Monday, September 29, 2025): This golf outing takes place at the historic, ocean-front Maidstone Club in East Hampton. Participants can practice on the meticulously maintained grounds, enjoy a delicious lunch on the Clubhouse veranda overlooking the ocean, and then compete in a shotgun tournament. The day concludes with cocktails, and an awards ceremony for the top golfers.
  • Animal Rescue Fund Annual Dog Walk (Saturday, October 11, 2025): A charity walk to support the Animal Rescue Fund.
  • Autumn Golf Outing Benefit at the Maidstone Club (Wednesday, October 15, 11:30 AM – 7:30 PM): Another golf outing held at the Maidstone Club, this event serves as a benefit for a charitable cause.

Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: Support Cindy Karen The Charity Angel of Palm Beach

Cindy Karen
Entrepreneur | Philanthropist | Athlete

Cindy Karen is a lifelong entrepreneur, originally hailing from Southern California where she founded and launched her first clothing line, CindyKaren.com.

Inspired by her family’s background in the airport aviation sector, Cindy developed a passion for travel from a young age. Today, she continues to create and sell her line of classic and timeless travel fashion that reaches customers globally.

Cindy’s commitment to philanthropy is fueled by personal experiences, having lost her mother, other family members and several close friends early in life. This motivates her involvement with Cancer Alliance, where she hopes to contribute to life-saving initiatives and expresses her gratitude for the opportunity to make a difference.

Cindy’s philanthropic journey in Palm Beach started where she has deep ties through her best friend, Patricia Reardon. Together, they attended their first Palm Beach charity event at Mar-a-Lago in 1999. Cindy resides in Palm Beach during the fall/winter season with her partner, Dr. Garry Boxer, and shares three daughters. They prioritize family time and celebrate life’s journeys together while balancing their time between Palm Beach, New York City, and summers in the Hamptons.

Support Link: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/Ballroom/team/Cindy

An accomplished athlete, Cindy was a National Synchronized Swimming competitor in her youth. She remains active through barre classes, yoga, swimming, snow skiing, golf, biking, and Pilates. Passionate about connecting people with similar interests, she enjoys socializing, promoting philanthropy, and spending time on the water sailing and boating in the beautiful surroundings of Palm Beach, which she considers her paradise.

Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe: BRAVO! THE HEROES, HEART AND HOPE GALA RAISES OVER $2.4 MILLION FOR CHALLENGED ATHLETES FOUNDATION

On September 18th, the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) orchestrated an evening of inspiration and impact at its 18th annual Heroes, Heart & Hope Gala, held at the elegant Casa Cipriani in New York City. The event was a resounding success, raising over $2.4 million to empower athletes with physical challenges and showcase the transformative power of adaptive sports.

Distinguished figures and celebrities graced the occasion, including renowned sportscaster Bob Costas, who conducted a heartfelt interview with CAF teen Rosalie Parker. Rosalie bravely shared her journey with the audience, leaving a lasting impression on all who were present. The gala was not merely a celebration, but an immersive experience that featured powerful storytelling from CAF athletes, emphasizing the importance of supporting adaptive sports and providing opportunities for individuals with physical challenges to thrive.

Event Chairs Scott and Emily Stackman, whose unwavering dedication to the cause spans 18 years, played a pivotal role in the evening’s triumph. Their tireless efforts in fundraising and organizing galas have fueled CAF’s growth and impact in the Northeast region, transforming not only the organization but also their own lives. The gala also served as an opportunity to honor Alan Mnuchin for his long-standing contributions to the foundation. A supporter and volunteer since 2006, Mnuchin and his family have actively participated in CAF events, raising crucial funds for adaptive sports equipment and programs.

Among the extraordinary guests were Scott and Tyler Sussman, a father-son duo who exemplify resilience and determination. Scott, an athlete and father, embraced adaptive sports later in life after being misdiagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. He and his son Tyler, both diagnosed with Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia, now participate in various sports, proving that limitations can be overcome. Another inspiring guest was 14-year-old Rosalie Parker from Boise, Idaho, who discovered her passion for adaptive sports through CAF. Despite losing all four limbs in a car accident in 2020, Rosalie’s spirit remains unbroken. During her interview with Bob Costas, she presented him with a painting symbolizing her journey, a poignant reminder of her resilience and determination.

Scott Stackman, Host, Chairman, and Gala founder, eloquently captured the essence of the evening and CAF’s mission,stating, “CAF is helping the next generation of athletes break down barriers and achieve what was once thought of as impossible. The funds raised at our Heroes, Heart, and Hope Gala will have a profound impact on the lives of athletes with physical disabilities, enabling them to achieve their full potential and thrive.”

The gala’s remarkable success will enable CAF to provide adaptive sports equipment and programs for millions of individuals, empowering them to lead active and fulfilling lives. It stands as a testament to the unwavering belief in the transformative power of sports and the boundless potential of individuals with physical challenges. The Challenged Athletes Foundation continues to be a beacon of hope, inspiring athletes to break barriers, defy expectations, and live life to the fullest.