The New York Women's Foundation® Celebrates The 24TH Annual Celebrating Women Breakfast

Carolyn Buck Luce, Sade Baderinwa, Susan R. Cullman

The New York Women’s Foundation^® Celebrates THE 24^th ANNUAL

Celebrating Women^® Breakfast

The New York Women’s Foundation^® (NYWF) Celebrating Women^® Breakfast returned for its 24^th year to honor NoVo Foundation President Jennifer Buffett with the Vision Award (awarded to a strategic philanthropist whose contributions are focused on women and girls). Also honored were NPR’s Latino USA Anchor & Editor Maria Hinojosa as well as Human Rights Advocate & Artist Faith Ringgold with the Celebrating Women^® Award (awarded to women whose significant achievements have influenced the lives of – and provided a role model for – women and girls). Led by ABC Eyewitness News’ Sade Baderinwa as Emcee, the event’s Co-Chairs were Susan R. Cullman, Tuhina De O’Connor and Regan A. Solmo.

As guests gathered together to celebrate women on this poignant morning, NYWF President Ana Oliveira expressed her sincere gratitude for all of the “incredible grantee leaders and partners in the room.” She continued by saying that it is vital “to see and create a city that models to the world, a paradigm of abundance…that when women and girls [are supported to] do well, families do well…and cities do well.” Ms. Oliveira then recognized the members of the NYWF team, stating that “all of the current board members are a fierce, cross-cultural alliance of leaders.”

Ted Bunch, Jennifer Buffett, Ana Oliveira

The Breakfast also celebrated the partnership and wonderful impact that these collaborations have made on the future of New York. Co-Chair Tuhina De O’ Connor stepped onto the podium and thanked their partner government officials who were there. Among them were State New York County District Attorney, Cyrus Vance, Jr., Chancellor Dennis Walcott, Commissioners Lilliam Barrios-Paoli, Robert Doar, Patricia Gatling, Jeanne Mullgrav, Fatima Shama and Anne Sutherland Fuchs. She also thanked Manhattan Deputy Borough President, Rosemond Pierre-Louis, also present.

Co-Chair Regan A. Solmo, also thanked all the supporters for making the Breakfast a success. She especially thanked Sullivan & Cromwell, Ernst & Young, Bloomberg, The Loreen Arbus Foundation, Morgan Stanley, Time Warner, Tishman Speyer, and many other local corporations and individual donors for their generous contributions.

As the Breakfast continued, Jennifer Buffett, President of the NoVo Foundation and this year’s recipient of the Vision Award, took the stage and expressed her gratitude to the New York Women’s Foundation for their commitment to the powerful changes [they] make happen for women and girls.” She concluded her speech by vowing to “take this amazing responsibility and opportunity to raise up the women and girls in the world.” Celebrating Women^® Award recipient Maria Hinojosa also gave a speech and was able to garner laughter from the audience with her charm, boldly stating: “the New York Women’s Foundation makes us believe in ourselves.” Also a recipient of the Celebrating Women^® Award, Faith Ringgold, reminded guests about the value of diligence expressing that “you have to work twice as hard to get half as far,” and reassured them that “[this award] next to [her will] keep [her] going.”

Maria Hinojosa and Faith Ringgold

The NoVo Foundation provided guests with a copy of Rachel Lloyd’s Girls Like Us, in the context of the Campaign to end Sexual Violence for Children for New York State, an initiative and focus of the New York Women’s Foundation.

Over the past twenty-four years, NYWF will have given $28 million in grants to over 271 nonprofit organizations, improving the lives of five million women and girls in New York City. 74% of the nonprofit organizations that NYWF has supported over the years are successfully thriving. In 2009, NYWF responded to the economic crisis by launching RISE-NYC!, a partnership initiative that increased its grant-making by more than 20%.

For further information about the Celebrating Women^® Breakfast, please visit www.NYWFBreakfast.org.

For further information about The New York Women’s Foundation^®, please visit www.nywf.org.

All photos below by photographer Amber de Vos of Patrick McMullen Company

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The New York Women's Foundation Hosts Leadership Reception in Anticipation of the Upcoming Celebrating Women Breakfast

A Celebration of Women—

The New York Women’s Foundation Hosts a Leadership Reception

in anticipation of the Celebrating Women^® Breakfast

In preparation of the upcoming Celebrating Women^® Breakfast, The New York Women’s Foundation^® (NYWF) brought together leaders of the Foundation with prospective members interested in the efforts of NYWF, at the private residence of Lisa Fitzig for a special Leadership Reception. While enjoying cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, guests mingled and shared personal histories with the Foundation. Ana L. Oliveira, NYWF President and CEO, expressed her gratitude for the dedication and commitment of those in attendance to fulfilling the NYWF mission.

Introduced by Oliveira, NYWF Board of Directors Vice Chair, Diana L. Taylor addressed guests, sharing her experience with the Foundation and how she became involved with NYWF—through her attendance for the Celebrating Women® Breakfast, she was struck by the power and camaraderie of the room full of thousands of woman standing behind the work of NYWF.

Providing insight into the work that NYWF funds, Cecilia Gastón, Executive Director of Violence Intervention Program, Inc., a grantee partner of the Foundation, articulated to guests the moving story of one family to whom her organization is providing support through the efforts of NYWF.

The NYWF Celebrating Women^® Breakfast is set to return for its 24^th year on May 12, 2011 to honor NoVo Foundation President Jennifer Buffett with the Vision Award (awarded to a strategic philanthropist whose contributions are focused on women and girls) plus NPR’s Latino USAAnchor & Editor Maria Hinojosa as well as Human Rights Advocate & Artist Faith Ringgold with the Celebrating Women^® Award (awarded to women whose significant achievements have influenced the lives of – and provided a role model for – women and girls). The event Co-Chairs are Susan R. Cullman, Tuhina De O’Connor and Regan A. Solmo.

ABOUT NYWF: The New York Women’s Foundation^® is a cross-cultural alliance of women, serving as a voice for women and a force for change. The Foundation identifies innovative organizations that are effecting change in the communities they serve for women. NYWF strategically funds organizations and programs that move women, girls and families toward long-term economic security through individual transformation and systemic change, mobilizing leaders and community partners as philanthropists and change agents. NYWF funds programs that promote economic security and justice; anti-violence and safety; and health, sexual rights and reproductive justice for women and girls in New York City.

For further information about The New York Women’s Foundation^®, please visit www.nywf.org.

For further information about the Celebrating Women^® Breakfast, please visit www.NYWFBreakfast.org.

Diana L. Taylor, Ana L. Oliveira(James Edstrom)

Cecilia Gastón, Terrylynn Smith, Karen Chaikin (James Edstrom)

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A Gift Guide for EVERYONE on Your List!

a gift guide for everyone on your list…

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A gift card from Philippe by Philippe Chow makes it possible to fit a gourmet dinner in a stocking. With locations in New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, Mexico City, East Hampton and now Jericho in Long Island, this gift is perfect for jetsetters. Lucky recipients can join Rihanna, Charlize Theron, Oprah, Lady Gaga and the rest of the A-list crowd that frequent this hot spot. When guest try Philippe’s signature dishes, like his famous Chicken Satay, orPeking Duck, your gift will most certainly be their favorite. To purchase a Philippe Chow gift certificate, please visit their New York City location at 29 East 61st St or call 212-644-8885. To see their menu, visitwww.philippechow.com.

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Whether as an elegant bouquet or an elaborate floral arrangement, flowers are guaranteed to be warmly received. Mark Masone, owner of Flowers by Topaz, has planned high-profile events and floral designs for over fifteen years, and he will give the same attention to detail in your floral basket that he does with his famous clientele. Flown in daily, Mark’s flowers are of the freshest quality and guaranteed to arrive to you in impeccable condition. Each floral arrangement can be placed in a vase, basket or planter. While several prearranged options can be viewed on the Flowers by Topaz website, Mark is more than happy to work with you personally to create a custom arrangement or gift basket. To browse or purchase floral designs and/or gift baskets, please visit: www.flowersbytopaz.com or the Flowers by Topaz boutique in Oceanside, NY at 2831 Long Beach Road.

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Unique designs like oversized vests, cropped jackets, three-quarter length sleeves, and short-sleeve Kimono-style furs are also show -stoppers. Most of her furs are reversible with handmade jewelry inside, yet light as feather - thanks to her exclusive technology. If you want to go all out this year, try Helen’s jewelry collection, which uses Russian stones such as topaz, aquamarine and diamonds to create whimsical creations that will spark conversation wherever you go. To see her latest collections stop by her New York showroom at 730 5th Ave 23^rd floor or visit www.helenyarmak.com

Give the gift of charity—

The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation was founded in 1975 by Dr. Samuel Waxman, a renowned oncologist/hematologist and research scientist. The Foundation is dedicated to curing and preventing cancer and to date has raised over 75 million dollars, making it the largest independent supporter of cancer research. The Foundation funds pioneering studies that focus on uncovering the causes of cancer and reprogramming cancer cells. They are committed to delivering tailored, minimally toxic treatments to patients. To learn more about the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation, visit: www.waxmancancer.org.

The New York Women’s Foundation® is a cross-cultural alliance of women, serving as a force for change for women. NYWF strategically funds organizations and programs that move women, girls and families towards long-term economic security through individual transformation and systematic change; and in turn mobilizes communities. Recently, the New York Women’s Foundation® hosted its 23rd Annual Stepping Out and Stepping Up at New York City’s Gotham Hall. Honorees included MoMA International Council Chairman Agnes Gund, Grace Hightower De Niro and Robert De Niro.To learn more about the New York Women’s Foundation®, visit www.nywf.org.

The We Are Family Foundation® was founded by musician and producer Nile Rodgers. The Foundation is dedicated to the vision of a global family by creating and supporting programs that inspire and educate the next generation about respect, understanding and cultural diversity—all while striving to solve some of the biggest global problems. The Foundation currently funds their Three Dot Dash® initiative, which supports teen leaders around the world who work on projects to promote peace by addressing basic human needs. To learn more about the We Are Family Foundation®, visitwww.wearefamilyfoundation.org

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