On Wednesday, The New York Foundling — one of the city’s oldest and largest social service providers — held its 150th Anniversary Gala, a sold-out affair attended by over 500 guests.
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This past weekend, The New York Foundling celebrated its 150th anniversary with a host of events which included a Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a Reunion Day at NYU’s Kimmel Center, and a Block Party Festival in Chelsea. The weekend was a great way for The Foundling to commemorate a century and a half of providing children, families and individuals with developmental disabilities with a dedicated support system.
The Mass, held on June 6, was celebrated by His Eminence, Cardinal Timothy Dolan. Along with the attendance of Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, many Foundling alums, orphan train descendants, Trustees, and Foundling staff members were involved with curating the ceremony as they participated in the procession, readings, and various other roles. Cardinal Dolan led the sermon and shared before hundreds of attendees, “The Foundling has always been a place of miracles.” He added, “The New York Foundling, since its inception in 1869, has always been an outlet for people in need to count on.” The ceremony was open to the public and was followed by a networking reception nearby.
On June 7, families, staff, alumnae, clients, friends and adoptees gathered at the NYU’s Kimmel Center to celebrate Reunion Day. In attendance were 100 attendees that were involved with various networking events throughout the day. Events included guest speakers, panel sessions, workshops, and other special topics. The list of events included “The Orphan Train Movement,” discussed by Shaley George (curator for The National Orphan Train Complex) and “Researching Your Roots,” which featured Maggie Dickinson (Lead tutor of After-school Allies), lllona Dixon (Records Department representative for The Foundling), and Greg Markway (Foundling Descendent, Author, and Psychologist). As well as, “Why the New York Foundling Survives,” examined by Mary Elizabeth Brown (Archivist at Marymount Manhattan College), “Foundling from Past to Present,” talked about by Valerie Russo (Chief Operating Officer of The Foundling), Sister Carol Barnes S.C. (Director of Mission Engagement of The Foundling), Carmen Jirau-Rivera (Chief Program Officer of The Foundling), and Jill Gentile (Senior Vice President of the Developmental Disabilities Division at The Foundling). To finish the event, Kevin Draper (Historian and Tour Director for New York Historical Tours) gave a detailed account of the “New York City History from 1869.” Also, many of the attendees participated in sharing their own affiliation with The Foundling and shared what makes this organization special.
The Final event of the weekend was the Block Party on June 8. The Block Party took place outside of our offices at 590 Avenue of the Americas and was an action packed day with over 1,000 attendees! Families and members of the Foundling enjoyed a day filled with music, entertainment, food, and more. The event had food trucks (catered by Gorilla Cheese NYC, Green Gorilla Kitchen, and Gary’s Steak), face painting, games, and live music. Other vendors that helped provide a wonderful event for The Foundling included City Winery, The ACC (Animal Care Centers of NYC), UnitedHealthcare, MyHeritage, The Door, and the NYC Administration for Children’s Services.
More events to celebrate The New York Foundling’s 150th Anniversary will take place over the next few months, including the 150th Gala Celebration at The Plaza on October 2.
For more information go to www.nyfoundling.org/150anniversary
The New York Foundling is proud to yet again be an Official Charity Partner of the 2019 TCS New York City Marathon, happening Sunday, November 3rd. Tens of thousands of marathon runners will join Team Foundling in the 26.2-mile race that weaves throughout New York City’s five boroughs.
The Foundling has 5 guaranteed spots in the 2019 TCS NYC Marathon. We’re recruiting a dedicated team of runners to help us raise much-needed funds to support the children, youth, families, and adults served by The Foundling.
We guarantee your spot in the race, pay for your entry fees, and offer perks like fundraising support, team bonding opportunities, T-shirts, and more. If you earn one of these coveted spots on Team Foundling, you commit to fundraising at least $3,000 by October 2019.
These spots will be filled based on a drawing. The deadline to enter your name into the drawing is March 14, 2019.
Already have a spot in the 2019 TCS NYC Marathon? You can make your efforts count even more by fundraising for the kids at The Foundling! Email us at the contact below to learn how.
To join Team Foundling, please contact Elena Walker at Elena.Walker@NYFoundling.org for more information and a chance to enter!
The New York Foundling will be hosting our 4th annual Fall Fête on November 1, 2018 at the Metropolitan Club. Join us at 6:30 p.m. for an evening of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and special guests!
Tickets and sponsorships are on sale now! You can purchase them online here.
This year’s Fall Fête is a celebration of our innovative programs that enable youth in foster care to reach new heights with rigorous academic opportunities and empower individuals with developmental disabilities. This year we will be honoring Robert Farrell, former Foundling trustee, and the employees of UPS for their dedication and support of The Foundling and our mission to strengthen and improve the lives of children, youth, adults and families.
For more information about this year’s Fall Fête, click here. See you there!
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Mogul gives a snapshot of the 2018 Blue Party at The Bowery Hotel, which raised $140k for The Foundling’s programs for foster youth, including Camp Felix, Road to Success tutoring, and more. READ MORE
Get an inside-look at The Foundling’s annual Blue Party, which in 2018 raised $140k for its programs supporting youth in foster care. READ MORE
Photos courtesy Up Studios
More than 450 guests joined us for The Blue Party at the Bowery Hotel on May 9, 2018, and with their help, we raised a remarkable $145,000 for our programs supporting youth in foster care!
We thank all of our attendees for believing in the importance of our kids’ future success, and for recognizing the vital role programs like Camp Felix, Haven Academy, Road to Success, and the College Dorm Project play in those outcomes.
Want to see pictures from the event?
Head over to our Facebook page or view them online here. Don’t forget to find GIFs on The Bosco’s site, too!
This year’s raffle winners are…
Google Home and Apple Magic Trackpad 2: Deepti Geevarughese
Fhitting Room and SYNC classes: Sara Beisel
Crunch Membership and personal training session with Kate Cherichello: Chris Butigian
3 Month Unlimited Equinox Membership: Chris Arnella
Kickboxing at CKO: David Attanasio
SFOGLINI Pasta of the Month Club: David Attanasio
10 Classes at Barry’s Bootcamp: Itohan Omoregie
2 tickets to SLEEP NO MORE: Leslie Schmerler
1 Night stay at The Bowery Hotel: Amanda Elsbree
Curated Shopping Experience at Aysha NY: Jill Gentile
2 Tickets to New York Theatre Workshop and The Flea Theater: Jorge Vera
4 VIP passes to 2018 Hampton Classic Horse Show: Jeff Dvorak
2-Year Subscription to HBO NOW: Verouschka Capellan
1 Month Unlimited YogaCare: William Slattery
2 Haircuts at Cutler Salon: Robert King, III
Signed DVD of “Spotlight”: Robert King, III
Tanteo Tequila Gift Bag: Kevin Wu
Signed “Life” by Keith Richards: Kartikeya Bhatt
Salsa lessons at Joel Salsa and Muse Paint night gift certificate: Liyan Bao
Private Whiskey Tasting for 6: Scott Stewart
2 Tickets to STOMP: Robert Bolton
Curated Tour for 10 at Eataly Downtown and Beecher’s Handmade Cheese & The Cellar gift certificate: Robin Lamb
10 Best-Selling Books from Penguin Randomhouse: Kate Hind
Van Leeuwen Cookbook, gift certificate and a hat: Joanna Elliott
2 tickets to Haven Kids Rock on May 16th: Beth Kennair
David Yurman Earrings: Pramit Sheth
4 nights at Waikiki Beach Resort: Ryan Steinman
2 nights at Hamilton Princess, Bermuda: Rachel Baxter
Beauty basket from Dannis Gross Dermatology: Virginia Hunt
100Cameras Photos taken by Haven Academy Students: Beth Kennair, Courtney Brooks, James Brune, Elizabeth Liu, Kaela Knoll, Bob Groff
ICYMI: The New York Foundling has wine for sale!
The Foundling’s custom-labeled rosé “We Are Intertwined” was on tap and for sale at The Blue Party, but you can still snag a bottle or a glass at participating restaurants around the city. Created in partnership with City Winery for the month of May, our rosé is available at select spots through May 31, and a portion of proceeds will benefit The Foundling. Find the full list of vendors or purchase online at www.citywinery.com/foundlingrose.
On behalf of the Junior Board Chair, Haley Wright, The Blue Party Event Co-chairs, Prasad Borra and Lauren Lubetsky, and the entire Foundling Junior Board and host committee, thank you for your support, and please stay in touch!
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