St. George’s Society of New York Recognizes Zanna Roberts Rassi at 250th Anniversary British Bash
Gala pays tribute to the Society’s 250-year legacy of serving people in need with special musical performances from legend Sting and emerging artist Jake Isaac
New York, NY (November 2020) -- St. George’s Society of New York (SGSNY), one of the oldest charities in the United States, will celebrate its 250-year commitment to service and community at its annual gala on Thursday, December 3, 2020, which due to COVID-19, will be a virtual experience.
Attendees will hear from the Anglo-American Cultural Award honoree—Zanna Roberts Rassi, the Emmy Award-winning fashion and beauty journalist, Co-Founder of Milk Makeup, Fashion-Editor-at-Large for Marie Claire, E! News fashion correspondent, NBC Today Show fashion contributor, and Target Stylist
“I’m thrilled to be a be a part of the British Bash,” said Roberts Rassi. “As both a Brit and a longtime New Yorker, it’s an honor to be teaming up with this deep-rooted charity that has helped and inspired so many in NYC—especially during these unprecedented times.”
Guests will also be treated to special musical performances by the quintessential Englishman in New York, Sting, and up-and-coming British artist, Jake Isaac recently featured on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert along with a few surprise celebrity guest appearances.
Typically a celebration of “the best of British in NYC,” this year’s event will pay tribute to the people and partners who have made SGSNY’s work possible over the course of its storied history as well as during this unprecedented year. In response to the pandemic, SGSNY expanded its programming by delivering over 6,000 meals to vulnerable and isolated seniors and supplied personal protective equipment to Tri-State area hospital workers. Additionally, SGSNY provided mentoring services to recent CUNY graduates across all five boroughs entering an uncertain job market and continued to look after families coming to New York with their children for life-saving cancer treatment.
“While we expected this milestone year to be somewhat different, the pandemic has reinforced that our mission is just as necessary today as it was when we were founded in 1770,” said Executive Director, Clare Risman. “As we continue under our new reality, we’re determined not to let this milestone anniversary slip by without a proper celebration and toast to a brighter future for our resilient community.”
The gala will also feature an online silent auction open to the public beginning November 30. While there is no ticket purchase necessary to take part in the online auction, tickets for the virtual gala will be available for purchase in two categories: $100 for a “Knight of the Big Apple” ticket and recognition during the event or $25 to attend the virtual gala and receive the virtual party pack.
For more information on tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit https://bit.ly/BritBash250
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About St. George’s Society of New York
St. George’s Society of New York is a charity dedicated to enriching the quality of life for people in need. Throughout its 250-year history, the Society has aided tens of thousands of disadvantaged people in New York with its charitable work taking a variety of forms. Currently, the Society’s philanthropic initiatives focus on three areas: protecting the elderly at risk of homelessness, supporting families affected by pediatric cancer and enabling low-income students to complete their college education. Fueled by a passionate membership community, St. George’s Society creates a social outlet that cultivates a sense of belonging and celebrates its uniquely British roots, all while supporting its charitable mission. The Society’s vibrant network of influential people and partnerships with key organizations in the British community make it the preeminent Anglo-American philanthropic and social group in the tri-state area. www.stgeorgessociety.org Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. #SGS250