Special Events
Special Events play a major role in our fundraising efforts.
For more information about any of our Special Events, please contact Derek Samuelson, Director of Advancement, at 212-218-0544 or dsamuelson@lenoxhill.org.
For information on other ways to support Lenox Hill Neighborhood House, please visit our Donate page.
Upcoming Events
2025 Spring Gala: SAVE THE DATE
THURSDAY, may 1, 2025
CIPRIANI 42ND STREET
Mark your calendar for an evening of magnificent design featuring breathtaking tablescapes from dozens of renowned interior designers! Don't miss the most fabulous event of the season as we honor Dusty Philip, toast our community of supporters and raise critical funds for our work on behalf of thousands of New Yorkers.
Past Events
2024 Spring Gala: FLIGHTS OF FANCY
may 2, 2024
More than 500 Neighborhood House supporters and friends reunited at Cipriani 42nd Street to celebrate “Flights of Fancy”—our annual Spring Gala celebration to raise critical funds for thousands of New Yorkers. More than 40 renowned designers lent their talents to create elaborate centerpieces to serve as a magnificent canopy for the evening, which honored Board Member Thomas L. Melton and presented the Elizabeth Rohatyn Award for Community Service to the New York Health Foundation and Lifespire. Diana Quasha served as Gala Chair Emerita, and Honorary Design Chair and Board Member Christopher Spitzmiller and Design Chairs Lindsey Harper and Harry Heissmann guided the acclaimed lineup of designers. Guests enjoyed a beautiful cocktail reception and table viewing, followed by dinner, live music and dancing. Jennifer Wright of Christie’s led a spirited Paddle Raise, and the crowd was dazzled by a captivating mentalist performance by Magic Mike Jacobson. The Media Sponsor was New York Cottages & Gardens.
2023 Spring Gala: ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE
MAY 4, 2023
We hosted our annual Spring Gala, “All the World’s a Stage,” on May 4th at Cipriani 42nd Street. The dazzling event welcomed 500 supporters, partners and friends, surrounded by enchanting tablescapes from more than 40 renowned designers, to celebrate and raise critical funds for thousands of New Yorkers. The evening saw the presentation of the Elizabeth Rohatyn Awards for Community Service to Dr. Soyoun Im of Northwell Health-Lenox Hill Hospital and Acclaimed Chef and Writer Natasha Pickowicz. Diana Ronan Quasha served as Gala Chair Emerita with Board Chair Juan A. Sabater as the Emcee. The event included a press preview, cocktails and table viewing, followed by dinner, live music and dancing. Honorary Design Chair and Board Member Christopher Spitzmiller and Design Chairs Lindsey Coral Harper and Harry Heissmann guided a celebrated list of designers, who incorporated the festive theme All the World’s a Stage into their enchanting tabletop creations. The Media Sponsor was New York Cottages & Gardens.
2022 Spring Gala: A GARDEN OF EARTHLY DELIGHTS!
April 28, 2022
We were so thrilled to welcome back 500 supporters and friends to Cipriani 42nd Street, surrounded by breathtaking tablescapes by 43 designers, to reunite, celebrate and raise funds to support our essential programs for thousands in need. The black-tie evening honored Elizabeth P. Munson for her remarkable leadership and presented the Elizabeth Rohatyn Awards for Community Service to Marian Detelj and Lila Gimbel. Stewarded by Honorary Design Chair and Board Member Christopher Spitzmiller, and Design Chairs Lindsey Coral Harper and Harry Heissmann, the incredible group of talented designers incorporated the festive theme A Garden of Earthly Delights! into their enchanting tabletop creations.
2019 Arthur L. Loeb Cup
bridge Tournament
October 15, 2019
Thank you to everyone who participated in and supported the Ninth Annual Arthur L. Loeb Cup Bridge Tournament on Tuesday, October 15th at Lenox Hill Neighborhood House. The Tournament was chaired by Board Member Kristen Swenson, 2019 ACBL Hall of Fame Inductee Judi Radin, Tournament Founder Amie James and Chair Emerita Cordelia Menges, and directed by Christopher Rivera, Judi Radin, Michael Radin, Giorgia Botta and Cordelia Menges. We are so blessed to continue this wonderful tradition, which raises necessary funds that directly support our neighbors in need, in honor of our dear friend Arthur Loeb.
2019 Spring Gala:
"The future starts now!"
Thursday, April 18, 2019
The 2019 Spring Gala, "The Future Starts Now!" took place on Thursday, April 18th at Cipriani 42nd Street. We enjoyed an evening of dinner and dancing surrounded by elegant tabletops individually decorated by acclaimed interior designers. We were thrilled to celebrate 125 years of Lenox Hill Neighborhood House and our many friends
and supporters throughout our history.
2018 FALL ASSOCIATES Committee BENEFIT
NOVEMBER 27, 2018
Our annual Fall Associates Committee Benefit was held on Tuesday, November 27th. The glamorous evening featured cocktails at Fendi, followed by dinner and dancing at The Metropolitan Club. We were delighted to honor Lindsey Coral Harper and Richard E. Farley for their dedication to and generous support of Lenox Hill Neighborhood House over the years.
2018 Arthur L. Loeb Cup
bridge Tournament
October 30, 2018
Nearly 200 bridge players visited the Neighborhood House on October 30th for the Eighth Annual Arthur L. Loeb Cup Bridge Tournament, raising funds that go directly toward Neighborhood House programs. The tournament was chaired by Board Member and Tournament Founder Amie James, Cordelia Menges and Judi Radin, co-chaired by Hee-Jung Moon, Gigi Noyes and Board Member Kristen Swenson and directed by Christopher Rivera.
View scores from the 2018 Tournament here.
2018 Spring Gala:
"Make a Splash!"
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
The 2018 Spring Gala, "Make a Splash!" took place on Wednesday, April 11th at Cipriani 42nd Street. We enjoyed an evening of dinner and dancing surrounded by elegant tabletops individually decorated by acclaimed interior designers. We were thrilled to honor Sana H. Sabbagh for her outstanding support.
2017 FALL ASSOCIATES committee BENEFIT
NOVEMBER 30, 2017
Our annual fall benefit was held on Thursday, November 30th. The glamorous evening began with cocktails at Max Mara, followed by dinner and dancing at The Metropolitan Club. We were delighted to honor Emily and Richard Leonard and Doug Steinbrech and Jeff Sharp this year for their dedication to and generous support of Lenox Hill Neighborhood House.
2017 Arthur L. Loeb Cup bridge Tournament
September 26, 2017
Nearly 200 bridge players visited the Neighborhood House the seventh annual Arthur L. Loeb Cup Bridge Tournament, raising funds that go directly toward Neighborhood House programs. The tournament is chaired by Board Member Amie James and directed by Vice Chair Cordelia Menges.
2017 Spring Gala: "All That Glitters..."
Honoring John H. Manice and Geoffrey Bradfield
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
The 2017 Spring Gala, "All That Glitters..." took place on Tuesday, April 18th at Cipriani 42nd Street. We were thrilled to honor longtime Board member John Manice and renowned designer and member of the Spring Gala Design Committee Geoffrey Bradfield.
2016 Fall Associates committee Benefit
November 3, 2016
The 2016 Fall Associates Benefit took place on Thursday, November 3, 2016. We were thrilled to honor Kathy and Othon Prounis. As co-chairs of the Associates Committee for many years, Kathy and Othon have contributed immeasurably to the success of our fundraising efforts and the expansion of our donor base. In addition, Kathy has played numerous leadership roles for our Fall and Spring benefits and Othon serves as a member the Neighborhood House Board of Directors. This year's Benefit was a tremendous success, raising over $250,000 for Neighborhood House programs. Thank you to the outstanding supporters who made this event possible, including Chairs Emily and Richard Leonard, Kamie and Richard Lightburn, Lacary Sharpe, Christopher Spitzmiller, Margot and Randy Takian and Julia and Ted Weld.
2016 ARTHUR L. LOEB CUP BRIDGE TOURNAMENT
SEPTEMBER 27, 2016
Nearly 200 bridge players visited the Neighborhood House on September 27th for the sixth annual Arthur L. Loeb Cup Bridge Tournament, raising funds that go directly toward Neighborhood House programs. The tournament was chaired by Board Member Amie James and directed by Vice Chair Cordelia Menges.
View scores from the 2016 Tournament here.
2016 Spring gala: a century of design
April 13, 2016
The 2016 Spring Gala took place on April 13, 2016 at Cipriani 42nd Street. This year's Gala honored Lenox Hill Neighborhood House Board member and renowned philanthropist Audrey Gruss for her tireless work on behalf of New Yorkers in need.
Thank you to Fashion Sponsor Michael Kors for their generous support of the Spring Gala.
To see more press coverage from our past events, visit the Neighborhood House in the News.