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Wednesday, March 24, 2027 | 6:00 p.m.
Ziegfeld Ballroom | 141 W 54th St., Manhattan
The American Red Cross Heroes Gala is a distinguished celebration of compassion, courage and leadership, honoring remarkable national leaders and everyday heroes who bring the Red Cross humanitarian mission to life. This elegant evening pays tribute to their extraordinary impact and fuels lifesaving work across the United States.
Funds raised directly support families recovering from devastating disasters, empower individuals with essential skills such as CPR and first aid and ensure steadfast care for U.S. service members.
Together, we gather to recognize heroism--and to empower the work that makes it possible where it is needed most.
Event Details
Schedule of Events
6:00 p.m. Cocktail Reception and Networking featuring passed hors d'oeuvres, full open bar and live music. Upon arrival, our wonderful volunteers will check you in at the registration desk. No physical tickets will be issued.
7:00 p.m. Dinner and Program including a three-course dinner and the presentation of the National Hero of the Year and New York City Hero of the Year.
9:00 p.m. Dessert stations and live music.
10:00 p.m. Event concludes.
Attire: Elevated Cocktail, with a touch of red
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American Red Cross Greater New York Board of Directors
Jill Coyle - Chair
John Rhea - Vice Chair | Tara Maguire - Vice Chair
Anu Aiyengar | Katherine Brennan | Ming Chiang | Mylan Denerstein | Lyn DeSantis | Sudeep Doshi | Kathleen Fiorello | Katherine Gleeson | Heather Goodchild | Joan Shapiro Green | Edwin B. (Ted) Hathaway | Steven Joenk | Russell Johnston | Radford W. Klotz | Kristopher D. Lazzaretti | Marissa McGowan | Shauna McSheehy | H. Conrad Meyer, III | Peter Micca | Peter Riguardi | Natalia Saldarriaga | Frank Stadelmaier | Funmi Taiwo
American Red Cross Greater New York Regional CEO
Doreen Thomann-Howe, LCSW
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