Collaborating for a Cure Gala 2019
Gathering at the iconic Cipriani on Wall Street, close to 1,000 guests made the $2,500 a-plate contribution to attend the 22nd annual Collaborating for a Cure Gala on behalf of the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation. The foundation known for specializing in innovative research, they are pioneers in the fields related to genetics and metastasis, but most highly praised for their efforts in funding collaborative approach research.
CBS’s Chris Wragge presented the foundation’s honorees which included famed hairstylist Valery Joseph who has done the dos for the likes of all of NYC’s high society, including those like Lady Gaga. Also among the honorees were Marc D. Taub, CEO of Palm Bay International and Taub Family Selections, the Wine and Spirits organization known for their killer portfolio and impeccable selections and Kobi Halperin, the notable Israeli designer who’s couture pieces grace the floors at Bergdorf’s and Bloomingdales. All three were chosen for their commitment to philanthropy and community leadership. The programme included brief interludes by notable speakers including the foundation’s own Bill Sullivan and Dr. Samuel Waxman.
The night wasn’t without excitement with a one-of-a-kind live auction lead by Hugh Hildesley, Executive Vice President of Sotheby’s and featured some of the most elaborate items including not one, but TWO Cockapoo Puppies that went to the highest bidder (and a verified good home) for upwards of 10k each, a uber-luxurious getaway to the iconic Baker House 1650 in East Hampton and even a Wine Tasting Experience in Veneto, Italy. The buzz of excitement only continued when musical guest, Lukas Nelson & The Promise of Real performed (yes, that is the son of the legendary Willie Nelson- and just as talented.) Judging by the several rounds of requested encores, they were definitely a hit with the crowd. A total of just over 6 million was raised, a record for the foundation which will go toward the funding of cancer research in 2020.
The 2019 Gala Honoree highlight videos
