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Thursday, August 25th, 2011
More than 120 guests attended the 2nd annual Diversity Affluence Brunch in the Hamptons on Sunday, which honored a trio of media and entertainment pioneers. Honorable Rodney Hood, Steven Kinder, Andrea Hoffman, Keisha Vaughn, Laurence Boschetto, Jennifer Comiteau, Noel Hankin (Photo Credit: Margot Jordan) The event was created by Diversity Affluence, the New York-based consultancy specializing [...]
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New York
Friday, March 11th, 2011
On March 7, the Jackie Robinson Foundation held their 2011 awards dinner in New York. For nearly three decades, the iconic event has paid tribute to individuals who embody the humanitarian ideals of Jackie Robinson and who have raised funds for the JRF, which provides four-year college scholarships, graduate school grants and mentoring to academically [...]
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New York
Thursday, December 16th, 2010
On December 12, 2010 over 500 guests gathered to attend The Metro-Manhattan Chapter of the Links, Incorporated gala. The evening benefitted the Metro-Manhattan Chapter of Links, a non-profit organization dedicated to substantially impacting the quality of life for children and families in Greater Harlem through arts, education and leadership development. Honoree Geoffrey Canada, President and CEO [...]
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New York
Monday, December 6th, 2010
On December 1, 2010 the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater celebrated their opening night gala benefit honoring Joan Weill on her 10th anniversary as Chairman of Ailey’s Board of Trustees. Jessica Bibliowicz, Robin Roberts, Judith Jamison, Alfre Woodard and Joan and Sanford Weil Hosted by Honorary Chairs Robin Roberts and Alfre Woodard, the event raised over $2.7 [...]
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New York
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010
The Brain Injury Association of New York State held their Third Annual Journey of Hope Gala Wednesday, November 10, 2010 to support the many vital programs and services provided they provide. The Brain Injury Association of New York State Board of Directors. At this year’s gala the following outstanding Association supporters were recognized Dr. Mary Hibbard [...]
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New York
Wednesday, October 6th, 2010
On Oct 4, the inaugural Blue Scholarship Black-Tie Gala was held at New York’s posh Plaza Hotel to benefit Spelman College and to salute the contributions of dynamic black women in music, business, law and education. Academy Award nominated director Spike Lee and actor Samuel L. Jackson, who are both Morehouse College alum, joined forces to [...]
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New York, Select Cities
Monday, September 20th, 2010
On September 14, Jones Magazine held their First Annual JONES Awards, celebrating diversity in Fashion and Beauty sponsored by My Black is Beautiful (MBIB). New Yorks finest trendsetters and tastemakers gathered at the Alvin Citigroup Theater for the inaugural affair. Kisha Mitchell & Pamela Rhett of MBIB with Publisher L. Londell McMill and Editor-in-Chief Tracey Ferguson JONES Magazine and My [...]
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New York
Saturday, August 28th, 2010
On August 22, leading figures in the philanthropic community gathered for the third event in a series of Hamptons awards brunches created by Diversity Affluence, a New York-based consultancy specializing in marketing communication, research and business development. Recognized for their commitment to elevating and supporting far-ranging issues including childhood development and education, the arts and aid to [...]
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New York
Friday, July 16th, 2010
On Tuesday, June 29th, more than 125 young professionals gathered at KiptonART Access Space on Wall Street to celebrate the launch of Haiti Is Me (H.I.M.). The campaign born after the devastating earthquake that hit Haiti on January 10, 2010 is aimed at raising awareness and continued support for Haiti relief efforts through social media, [...]
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New York
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010
On Thursday July 8, New York socials gathered for a fun and entertaining evening of opera and sangria to benefit Ardea Arts, a not-for-profit company created to bring the opera experience to widely diverse audiences. Hosted by Jen Volk, Sarah Khan, Kristen Rosenfeld, Michelle Childs, Sophie Elgort, Ray Wetmore, Amber Mills, Ben Kopit, Grethe Holby, [...]