Ronald McDonald House NY's 20th Annual Gala Raises Nearly $3.5 Million
By: Kelsey Denette May. 23, 2012
On Monday night, NYC raised much needed funds for this temporary 'home away from home' for pediatric cancer patients and their families. Held at the Waldorf=Astoria, the 20th Annual Gala Event surpassed its goal to raise nearly $3.5 million. ABC-TV broadcast personality Barbara Walters was at the helm of the evening's festivities for the second year in a row.
"This year's gala represents a major milestone for us at Ronald McDonald House® New York. For twenty years, New York City has turned out in impressive numbers to help raise money that gives hope to families who are desperately in need of a place to stay and fulfill their many needs when their child has cancer," said Stanley B. Shopkorn, chairman of the Ronald McDonald House Board of Directors, and managing partner of Hilltop Park Associates LLC. "Our organization is very fortunate to have the support of New Yorkers as we continue to raise money to further this very important mission."Videos