October 15, 2012
The Eve Fenton Love-All Foundation, Inc.
Grand Central Station
P.O. Box 1258
New York, NY 10163
On October 15, 2012, The Eve Fenton Love-All Foundation hosted an Honoree Fundraiser event at the Vanderbilt Suites, in the Met Life Building. Funds were raised to benefit the research of life threatening and terminal medical conditions in children and young adults. The medical conditions include formidable cancer, diabetes, neurological and vascular conditions. The recipients of these funds are Roosevelt Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital, Downstate Medical Center and a Brooklyn Foundation for children battling terminal cancer.
The night included an inundation of rain that in some circles would be considered a prelude to super storm Sandy. Each and every bucket of rain showered one and all with a rainbow treasure chest of honors including Trophies of Excellence and Proclamations and Citations presented to Vicki Fenton. Fun and laughter rang out from all the enthusiastic guests, which included our sponsors: Moet Hennessy – imported wine; Carmine's – imported champagne; Matles Studio Floral Designs, which was tantamount to a coronation; Patina Group of Restaurants provided our gourmet hors d'oeuvres and food and the Fire Department of New York, who presented information on fire safety and they must be considered at all times, the best of the best.
A benediction by the acclaimed by Dr. Leonard Blank was an inspiration to one and all. The great clergyman presented the guests with a generic prayer for all religions, cultures and creeds with style and grace.
The entertainment was diversified commencing with our favorite comedian, Bob Greenberg and he was a fabulous Master of Ceremonies; Mike Torro followed with his own classic style; the dynamic Joel Landy had one and all sing along with him enjoying upbeat folk music; Julie Lauren Stevens, a soprano, sang songs from Broadway musicals and operas.
Vicki Fenton, CEO and President, received Proclamations of Honor and Citations from New York City and New York State governmental officials: New York State Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos; Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz and Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer. She was told that two more Proclamations were forthcoming from state and city government, which were delayed due to State matters and the upcoming election. Honorees included: Patina Group of Restaurants; Dr. Alejandro Berenstein, acclaimed neurological and vascular surgeon and our Executive Medical Director; and the number one drug store in New York and the northeast, Duane Reade, a great humanitarian company. The above mentioned were all presented with Trophies of Excellence.
Our great silent auction sponsors should be considered the who's who in fashion, creative jewelry design, cosmetics, specialized facial care and fragrances, deluxe restaurants, limo services, furs, sports, stemware and decorative table settings, gift certificates from the New York Health & Racquet Club and the Broadway Comedy Club. Some of our great sponsors included:
- Anna Beis
- Anzie Jewelry Creations
- Ben's Deli
- Birdland Jazz
- Dr. Leonard Blank
- Broadway Comedy Club
- Bulova Watch Company
- Cache
- Carmine's Restaurant
- Carolee Jewelry
- Champion Courier
- City Knickerbocker
- Crislu
- Duane Reade
- Elizabeth Arden
- Esprit
- Estee Lauder/Donna Karan
- Face Stockholm
- Famous Famiglia
- Feinstein's at Loews Regency
- Ferrero USA
- Bob Greenberg
- Jadil Jimenez
- John Barrett Salon at Bergdorf's
- Jonevon Furs
- Judith Ripka
- Khalfan Family
- Kimberly Hotel 50th & Madison
- Joel Landy
- La Revista Ristorante
- Laura Mercier
- Le Cirque
- Majorica Jewelry Creations
- Matles Florist
- McCormick & Schmick's
- Michael C Fina
- Moet Hennessy
- Mustang Harry's
- New Elegante Car Service
- New Jersey Devils
- New York Fire Department
- New York Giants
- New York Health & Racquet Club
- Quest Creations
- Ruths Chris
- Signs and Decal
- Cliff Sperber
- Swarovski
- Valera Global Limousine
- James Yacyshyn
- Harry Zayas
In essence, to one and all, a job well done with our great sponsors and top of the line and dedicated humanitarians and Foundation Board Members: James Yacyshyn, our innovative photographer for the night; Harry Zayas, our fun loving silent auction host; Babu Khalfan and Jadil Jimenez as well as our above mentioned dynamic entertainers. A special mention is given to Ingrid Ordoniz-Street, Child Life Coordinator at Roosevelt Hospital, for accepting the award for Dr. Alejandro Berenstein.
Love makes the world a better place for humanity and engenders healthy and strong minds for our future generation. Let us all navigate to the charitable tradition for the success, health and welfare of kids in need and kids with special needs.
Vicki Fenton,
CEO & President