Giving Back at Morningside Park
On Saturday, September 6th, members of the St. George’s Society of New York came together for a rewarding morning of volunteering at Morningside Park.
Member Spotlight: Meet Philip Robertson
Philip Robertson is one of our newer members and has already found a true sense of community here at SGSNY. Find out more about why being part of the Society as a British ex-pat in NYC is so meaningful to him.
Who Was Saint George? The Patron Saint Behind Our Name
At St. George’s Society of New York, we are proud to carry the name of a legendary figure whose story has inspired generations. But who exactly was Saint George, and why does he remain such a powerful symbol?
Mary Lamasney’s Retirement: 17 Years of Supporting Seniors at SGSNY
This July, St. George’s Society of New York (SGSNY) bids a heartfelt farewell to Mary Lamasney, our dedicated Social Worker, as she officially retires after 17 years of incredible service.
Member Spotlight: Steve Wilson
Steve Wilson has found a true sense of belonging and community through SGSNY. We sat down with him to chat about everything from his favorite NYC spots to his recent impressive fundraising challenge.
Celebrating Our Scholars: DBE and SGSNY Partner to Support Commonwealth Students
We’re proud to share that the DBE and the St. George’s Society of New York (SGSNY) have partnered to support promising female scholars from Commonwealth countries.
Honoring Alastair Borthwick at the 2026 British Ball
We are pleased to present Alastair Borthwick with the Medal of Honor at the 2026 British Ball!
Congratulations, 2025 SGSNY Scholars and Graduates!
Graduation season is here, and we couldn’t be prouder of the SGSNY Class of 2025!
Celebrating Casino Royale!
Our Casino Royale fundraiser paid homage to one of Britain’s most iconic characters, James Bond, and raised money for our Scholarship Program.
Member Spotlight: Meet Anna Szpunar
Anna is a leadership and executive coach based out of NYC and one of SGSNY’s members.
Learn more about Anna!
Leonora’s Letter to Queen Camilla
Royal Mail! A Special Surprise for Leonora from Queen Camilla
We’ve got some royal excitement to share—and it’s straight from Buckingham Palace!
A Sparkling Start: Launching the Patron+ Member Event Series
On Wednesday, May 21st, SGSNY Patron, President’s Circle, and Lifetime members gathered for a Bubbles of Britain wine tasting at the home of former SGSNY Board Director Hannah Gräfin von Waldersee.
A Special Spring Visit to Brooklyn Botanic Garden
On Tuesday, May 20th, St. George’s Society of New York welcomed 17 Brooklyn-based senior beneficiaries for a relaxing and joyful afternoon at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.
Steve Wilson’s 39.3-Mile Journey for St. George’s Society
This spring, Steve ran three half-marathons across two countries to raise funds for SGSNY’s three charitable program to support individuals and families in need for over 255 years.
SGSNY Career Workshop 2025
SGSNY welcomed 45 current scholars, alumni, and Mountbatten Program participants to this year’s Career Development Workshop at New York Life’s incredible 1 World Trade Center offices.
Our Annual BISNY X SGSNY Visit
Every year, a Kindergarten class from the British International School of New York visits our offices to meet three Beneficiaries.
Introducing: Our 2024 Annual Report!
It’s a pleasure to share our 2024 Annual Report, a look at the impact of your generous support.
Harney & Sons’ Tea Tasting Event in SoHo
We recently hosted the first SGSNY Tea Tasting at Harney & Sons’ tea room in SoHo. The store closed its doors to the public for the evening…