Elegantly soaring with grace and gratitude, the Young Angels Gala reached grand heights during the annual affair on April 27 raised funds for the beloved Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research.
A group of awe-inspiring individuals graced the Crane club decked out in whimsical ball gowns and handsome jackets for an elegant night to raise funds for the cause that began in earnest dedication to the life of of a woman who became the face for advocacy and research.
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Hosted by Fox 5 NY’s Bianca Peters, the charming night was full of ethereal quality moments mixed with sincere dedication to making the world a better place.
“It is so moving,” Peters expressed about the event as she shared her sentiments about the important night that had the next generation of philanthropists showing up in bold fashion to fully support the cause. “It’s also incredible to see what Denise (Rich) has done all because of her daughter.”
Elaine Chamberlain (Photo Credit: Shutterstock / Mark Sagliocco)
The soiree at Crane Club also honored LÁYN Foundation’s Elaine Chamberlain and welcomed a bevy of guests including Harvey Spevak, Melissa Gorga, Joe Gorga, Mike Muse, Sabina Plestinova, Nicole Maddie, Noah Neiman, Brittany Allyn, Shermin Lakha, Mike Masco, Heloise Pratt, Jon Stevens, Millie Waislitz, and Alex Lundqvist.
Founded by Ayaan Ahmed, with Andrew Warren, Becca Morris, Hugh Barton and Louie Torrellas serving as founding chairs. Co-chairs included Adriana Ingenito, Alana Kramer, Aleksandra Sasha Tikhomirova, Alexandrea Lafata, Alex Pita, Anjali Peddanna, Anne Li, Catherina Davius, Christina Lo, Cody Chambers, Eric Lerner, Eugenia Bullock, Fer Da Silva, Francesca Minieri, Gabe Galper, Gabriella Oros, Isabella Sylvester, Jason Naylor, Julia Lindenthal, Kyle Persaud, Kseniya Shyrokava, Lauren Summa, Lidiya Oros, Lindsay Karp, Nancy Moeller, Nicoletta Kolpakov, Nicolette Cortez, Renato Ochoa, Ross Pino, Samantha Goldstein, Sarah Amster, Shirin Lofti, and Vikrant Patel, thousands were raised in the name of the mission.
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The evening blended New York nightlife energy with philanthropic purpose, drawing guests for cocktails, passed appetizers, music and celebration in support of the foundation’s work. Featured music by David Katz, Neil Jackson, Tokyo Rose, and Jordan Emanuel played throughout the night at the stunning location that also showcased notable sponsors: Reve Travel, DCS Services, LVH, Muscari, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, LALO Tequila, HRLM Champagne, Apres Caviar, Lyre’s Mocktail, Happy Dad, Tres Chicon, Hamptons Muse, Spring 44 Gin, Jeffersons Whisky, Pernod Ricard, and Treveri Cellars Prosecco, Rami Chocolates, Caffe Napoli, Baked by Melissa and Let’s Sprinkle by MG provided delicious sweets. Danielle Rose Fisher, Jorge Torrealba, Magician and Mentalist Nadav Roet, and Autumn Spiritual Solutions.
Since its inception in 1996, the foundation has funded more than $47 million dollars in grants making it one of the largest non-governmental sources of grant support to blood cancer research in the nation.
