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Holiday Gift Guide Rounds Up Giftable Experiences and Seasonal Events Through Year-End
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 19, 2025 / EINPresswire.com / -- With the holiday season well underway, plan a special night out or complete your gift shopping for everyone on your list with these unique get-togethers, gourmet goodies, fashion brands, inspirational reads, and a vacation. Family, friends, and significant others can revel in the finer pleasures that bring joy, happiness, and personal development this holiday season and beyond.
French Heritage Society Kicked Off Gala Season With Festive Cocktails Hosted By Jean Shafiroff
French Heritage Society will host its annual Gala Dinner Dance at a private club in New York City on November 15. This year, the Celestial Ball will celebrate the historic reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral and recognize the role Americans – both philanthropists and artisans – played in its restoration.
14th Annual UnConditional Love Gala, Southampton
Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Event Chaired by Jean Shafiroff, Honorary Chair Georgina Bloomberg honored Jon Ledecky & Matt Meeker TheSouthampton Animal Shelter Foundation’s 14th Annual Unconditional Love Gala returned to the Hamptons and took place at The Muses in Southampton, NY. The grand soiree was among the highlights so far of this summer season out east. Chaired by Jean Shafiroff, the event honored Jon Ledecky, Co-owner, New York Islanders and Matt Meeker, co-founder and CEO, BARK.
14th Annual Unconditional Love Gala
Underwriters Mr. Brad Roberts, Tito's This Year’s Gala will also include an exciting live auction, held by auctioneer Jennifer Wright of Christie’s. Among the auction items this year; US OPEN TICKETS Feel the thrill of the 2023 US Tennis Open action in these four (4) courtside seats, which are in the first row at Arthur Ashe stadium. SUN VALLEY, ID – 7-NIGHT STAY Relax and unwind in a pristinely appointed 3-bedroom Wildflower condo located in the heart of the Sun Valley Resort Complex.
Hamptons Gala Dos and Don’ts with First Lady of Philanthropy Jean Shafiroff
Named as “One of the first ladies in Philanthropy” by Gotham Magazine in their ‘100 most powerful New Yorkers’ article, Jean has a served as a volunteer fundraiser and board member of Southampton Hospital Association, NYC Mission Society, NY Women’s Foundation, Couture Council (Museum at FIT), French Heritage Society, and Global Strays, to name a few.
Successful Philanthropy: Patty Baker
Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist, interviews Patty Baker, philanthropist and donor to Bay Street Theater and other projects. How did your relationship with Bay Street Theater come to be? My husband Jay and I have known Tracy Mitchell, the executive director, for many years, and we love the work that Bay Street presents. They did a wonderful production of Sherlock Holmes one season, and My Fair Lady, Grey Gardens and Evita that were all Broadway-worthy.
Successful Philanthropy: Loida Lewis
Loida Lewis, chair of the Reginald F. Lewis Foundation, is the first Filipino woman to pass the New York Bar without attending Law school in the United States. Coauthor of How to get a Green Card, Loida assumed leadership of TLC Beatrice International upon the death of her husband, Reginald F. Lewis, who purchased Beatrice for nearly $1 billion, thus becoming the first African American to create a billion dollar business.
Susan L. Taylor, CARES
Philanthropist Jean Shafiroff speaks with fellow philanthropist Susan L. Taylor, editor-in-chief emerita of Essence magazine and founder of the National CARES Mentoring Movement. Jean Shafiroff: Susan, you have accomplished so much in your life. Your work with National CARES is truly monumental. National CARES’ mission is ending Black poverty. Why such a huge undertaking? Susan L. Taylor: Because it’s needed, achievable and a moral responsibility.
Successful Philanthropy: James D. Forbes, SHA Board Member
By Jean Shafiroff Posted on February 2, 2021 Stony Brook Southampton Hospital Photo: Lisa Tamburini Get our Hamptons Insider newsletters delivered direct to you. James D. Forbes is a board member of the Southampton Hospital Association and a part-time resident of East Hampton. Forbes also serves as Chair of the East Hampton Emergency Department Campaign Committee that has raised $20 million in 2020 to build the new East Hampton Emergency Department.
Jean Shafiroff | Author
Jean is passionate about writing, style and fashion. Jean Shafiroff has written numerous articles for various publications. Her works have been published in Social Life Magazine, Hamptons Magazine, Gotham Magazine and Avenue Magazine (Online). Jean’s first book, Successful Philanthropy: How to Make a Life by What You Give is now available through Amazon.com and BN.com: By Jean Shafiroff Hatherleigh Press, Ltd.
Successful Philanthropy: Robert S. Chaloner – Dan’s Papers
Robert Chaloner, Chief Administrative Officer, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, has more than 35 years of healthcare administrative experience and a strong passion for community hospitals and not-for-profit healthcare. He received his undergraduate education at Dartmouth College, graduate degrees in Health Management and Planning at Columbia University, and an MBA from New York University, and for the past 14 years he has led Stony Brook Southampton Hospital.
Successful Philanthropy: Dr. Michael L. Lomax, UNCF – Dan’s Papers
Since 2004, Dr. Michael L. Lomax, PhD has served as president and CEO of UNCF, the nation’s largest private provider of scholarships and other educational support to African-American students and a leading advocate of college readiness, students’ need for an education, from pre-school through high school, that prepares them for college success. Under his leadership, UNCF has raised more than $3 billion and helped more than 110,000 students earn college degrees and launch careers.
Why You Need to Finalize End of Year Giving Now
Year-end giving may require some additional planning in 2020, and now is the time to decide who you’re going to donate to if you haven’t already. The global Covid-19 pandemic has greatly affected charitable organizations in various ways, so it is especially important that you don’t wait until the last minute.
Five Things to Know Before you Donate Your Business’ Time or Money to Charity
The Covid-19 pandemic has created need on a tremendous global scale. While the philanthropic efforts of individuals make a big difference during these times, businesses also possess great power and resources to help those in need. For that reason, it’s more important than ever for companies large and small, to give.
Local Musicians To Take The Stage In Support Of Feeding East End Families In Need
Out And About Within The Hedges Life@Nite Within The City On The Scene Chatterbox For The Cause Win This The Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett will have a spectacular lineup of headliners on Friday, February 28 during the Third Annual Share the Harvest Concert. "We're enormously grateful to the musicians, the Talkhouse, and Fred Raimondo for donating their time and talents to our benefit concert," Jess Tonn of Share the Harvest Farm relayed.
Local Musicians To Take The Stage In Support Of Feeding East End Families In Need
The Stephen Talkhouse in Amagansett will have a spectacular lineup of headliners on Friday, February 28 during the Third Annual Share the Harvest Concert. "We're enormously grateful to the musicians, the Talkhouse, and Fred Raimondo for donating their time and talents to our benefit concert," Jess Tonn of Share the Harvest Farm relayed.
NYC Mission Society Community Thanksgiving Dinner Hosted By Jean Shafiroff
Out And About Within The Hedges Life@Nite Within The City On The Scene Chatterbox For The Cause Win This Nearly 400 in the community came. (Photo: Paul Bruinooge/PMC) For neighbors who may not be lucky enough to have a real Thanksgiving dinner, Mission Society of New York City had one catered. Board members, staff, alumni and volunteers decorated their Minisink gym, set up tables and served turkey dinner with all the fixings, last Wednesday, at their annual Fall Harvest Feast.
NYC Mission Society Community Thanksgiving Dinner Hosted By Jean Shafiroff
For neighbors who may not be lucky enough to have a real Thanksgiving dinner, Mission Society of New York City had one catered. Board members, staff, alumni and volunteers decorated their Minisink gym, set up tables and served turkey dinner with all the fixings, last Wednesday, at their annual Fall Harvest Feast. Nearly 400 in the community came. It was made possible by Mission Society Board members, Jean Shafiroff, who once again underwrote the catered dinner, and Jay Moorehead.
NYC Mission Society Community Thanksgiving Dinner Hosted By Jean Shafiroff
(Photo: Paul Bruinooge/PMC) Elsie McCabe Thompson, Jean Shafiroff and students
Families Giving Back Together Should Check Out These Charities
This holiday season, bring your children into the ritual of giving back and teach them why it matters to take care of others. It’s important for children to take part in charitable efforts; it teaches them empathy, responsibility, and teamwork. Better yet, as kids volunteer their time and grow as people, they’re aiding others who need assistance. Whether your family’s big into pets or wants to save the planet, these NYC-based charities are a great start for giving back together.
By Jean Shafiroff, Philanthropist
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Well known in New York City as a philanthropist, mother, and writer (she is the author of Successful Philanthropy: How to Make a Life by What You Give), Jean Shafiroff has dedicated her life toward a wide array of charitable causes including the New York Women’s Foundation and the American Cancer Society. She also serves on the boards of organizations such as the New York Mission Society and the Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services.
American Picnics, Love Heals, Art Rules
The Southampton Fresh Air Home held its 25th annual American Picnic on Friday, July 6th. The family event, often held on a property near the beach, raises money for the home’s expenses, providing a residential camp for children who are physically challenged. It’s an enormous pleasure for these children whose ordinary lives are often isolated and restricted from normal social activities and relationships. It is very important not only for them but for all who support it.
How Ethiopia is Scaling Midwifery to Save More Mothers, Newborns
Addis Ababa- In Ethiopia there are 4.9 million pregnancies each year of which 84% take place in rural areas. Here in Ethiopia, where the vast majority of women deliver at home, only 32% of maternal, newborn and child health needs are being met by midwives according to the newly released State of Midwifery Report. That is troubling for a country that is making noticeable strides to save its women and children, including reaching Millennium Development Goal 4 last year.
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