We ushered our 10th annual gala into a new decade by unveiling a new name – The Winter Wish Gala
– and moving the event to Gotham Hall in New York City. In attendance
at the gala, which allowed us to show gratitude to those who support our
important work and help us reach families in need, were more than 500
distinguished guests and friends, and over $2 million was raised for our
cause.
The Winter Wish Gala was hosted by Maria Bartiromo of CNBC. Gala honorees included
JPMorgan Chase & Co. Vice Chariman James B. Lee, Jr.; National
Basketball Association, represented by Commissioner David Stern and
Deputy Commissioner Adam Silver; and Sir Martin Sorrell, Chief Executive
of WPP.
A special tribute was awarded to MusiCares, and the
winners of the MLB Commissioner’s Play Healthy Awards were recognized
by CJ Wilson, All-Star pitcher for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.
