Here are some of the fabulous images from our Annual Gala Dinner at the New York Hilton.
Photo Credit:Ron Jordan Natoli
This is the video that was shown at the dinner honoring four heroes who paid the ultimate price.
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Media Coverage of the 25th Annual Dinner
There is no question in anyone’s mind that the 25th annual dinner was a terrific success. Those of you who were with us in person as well as those who joined us on the live video feed felt the excitement in the room. The press also took notice of what a wonderful event it was. Here is just some of the media coverage that the dinner garnered.
Stephen Dannhauser, Lyor Cohen, Vikram Pandit and Rusty Staub
Legal Bisnow
Weil Chief Aids Police/Fire Chiefs
11-12-10
Equity Help Desk
Fire Chief Vikram Pandit Has Exciting News For Citi Employees And Shareholders
11-08-10
IB’s Blog
Citigroup CEO Vikram Pandit, Warner Music Group CEO Lyor Cohen, Entertainer Jay-z Honored At Annual Benefit Gala
11-06-10
Roc4Life
Quick News: Jay-Z, Lil Wayne, Quincy Jones, Swizz Beats & More!
11-05-10
NY1
Annual Dinner Raises Funds For Law Enforcement Widows And Children
11-05-10
American Banker
People
11-05-10
New York Times – Deal Book
A Mash-Up of High Finance and Hip-Hop
11-04-10
CNBC.com
When Vik P Met Jay Z
11-04-10
NY 1 Report on 25th Annual Dinner
The hometown news channel NY1 reporter George Whipple filed an excellent report on our 25th Annual dinner at the Hilton. 
“This organization is all about trying to never forget the loss that takes place when a police officer or fireman or Port Authority or EMS person is killed in the line of duty, giving their life up to make this city a safer place to be in,” said Staub. “The whole purpose is not just the money we give them, but the fact that they know we’re not forgetting what their loss was, and that means as much to them as the money.”
Not only was George there as a journalist but he served as our auctioneer for the evening (again). Thanks George for the support and the report. Click here to read and watch
25th Annual Dinner Highlights
The 25th Annual dinner was a rousing success. Over 1,000 guests filled the ballroom at the New York Hilton. The incredible showing of support was overwhelming. Here are some of the photographs from the event.
Here is a video clip of the children of our fallen heroes singing the National Anthem
25th Annual Dinner Live Video Stream Replay
If you were not able to attend our 25th Anniversary Gala fund raising Dinner on November 3 in person watch the replay of the video streaming live from the grand ballroom of the New York Hilton Hotel.
Part 1
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Part 2
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Rehearsal for Star Spangled Banner
For the first time children of our fallen heroes will be singing the National Anthem at the annual Benefit Fund Dinner. We were with these talented children today along with firefighter Regina Wilson who has honored us for many years with her beautiful rendition of our National Anthem. This year she will be directing these talented children. We hope you will join us for this historical event.
Video from Jay-Z at Madison Square Garden
Here is some video from the concert at Madison Square Garden on September 11, 2009. Jay-Z and a host of others performed to a packed house. The proceeds from the concert went to The Benefit Fund.
New York Police & Fire Widows’ & Children’s Benefit Fund to Honor Citigroup CEO Vikram Pandit at 25th Annual Gala on November 3
Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter and Lyor Cohen to Receive Inaugural “Answer the Call” Award
New York Police & Fire Widows’ & Children’s Benefit Fund Chairman Daniel J. “Rusty” Staub and Stephen J. Dannhauser, Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP Chairman and President and CEO of the Benefit Fund, will host the Fund’s 25th Annual Gala with a tribute to New York City’s fallen first responders Wednesday, November 3, 2010 in the Grand Ballroom of the Hilton New York.
“Citi is proud to support this invaluable work and we congratulate the fund on achieving this significant milestone.”
This year’s Gala will honor Vikram Pandit, CEO of Citigroup, Inc., for his ongoing support of the Benefit Fund and NYC’s first responders.
The event will also feature a presentation of the inaugural “Answer the Call” Award to both entertainer and entrepreneur Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter and Lyor Cohen, Warner Music Group CEO, for their efforts on behalf of the Fund as the sole beneficiary of last year’s 9/11 “Answer the Call®” benefit concert that helped raise near $750,000.
“We are proud to mark this landmark quarter-century anniversary of an event that has made such a tremendous impact on the lives of the families of our city’s fallen heroes,” said Rusty Staub.
“It’s a privilege to honor Vikram, and recognize Jay-Z and Lyor – all influential leaders in their respective industries – for setting such an admirable example of commitment to our community, said Stephen Dannhauser. “We are deeply grateful for their contributions to further awareness of the Benefit Fund’s efforts on behalf of family members of New York City’s finest and bravest heroes.”
“For twenty-five years, The New York Police & Fire Widows’ and Children’s Benefit Fund has made an immeasurable difference in the lives of families when they needed it the most,” said Vikram Pandit, CEO of Citigroup. “Citi is proud to support this invaluable work and we congratulate the fund on achieving this significant milestone.”
Other prominent guests include Hockey Hall of Famer Mark Messier, former honoree and board member, NYC Police Commissioner Raymond Kelly and NYC Fire Commissioner Salvatore Cassano.
The Gala will include a live auction led by George Whipple of NY1 News. Notable items that are being donated this year include experience packages. The Benefit Fund will begin accepting bids on these items on its website beginning October 1.
The cocktail reception begins at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner and program at 7:30 p.m. Individual tickets begin at $750 and include a commemorative gift.
For tickets and sponsorship/ticket information, contact: Linda Giammona, 212.735.4505 or linda.giammona@answerthecall.org.
We hope you will join us for our biggest fundraiser of the year. Please help us spread the word.
We will also be streaming a portion of the dinner LIVE on our streaming video page. Make sure that you follow us on Twitter and Facebook to get the latest updates on the dinner program.
StandTogetherJam2010 Concert Event: Sat. 9/11 at Foothills PAC
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ONEONTA, NY — On Saturday, September 11, the Foothills Performing Arts Center will host StandTogetherJam2010: a free, all-ages, 6 hour concert event, featuring some of the region’s most popular musical acts and performers. Donations will be collected throughout the StandTogetherJam2010 event, 100% of which will go to the New York Police & Fire Widows’ & Children’s Benefit Fund.
Performers in StandTogetherJam2010 include roots-rock favorites The Bicycle Thieves of Berlin, Esquela, Digger Jones, The John Scarpulla Band, Pispoure’, The Honest Mistakes, and special guest Dena.
The StandTogetherJam2010 concert event begins at 4pm. Foothills PAC will present a 9/11 Observance Ceremony beginning at 2pm.
The Daily Star is a partner in the benevolent, community concert event and will be on-site at STJ’10 collecting needed items for our troops deployed abroad.
The StandTogetherJam2010 event is receiving additional promotional support from WSKG, the CNY Radio Group, and from WRIP 97.9fm (Hunter, NY). Next Tuesday, 9/07, WRIP will broadcast a special STJ’10 episode of it popular program “Local Licks,” featuring host Sonny Rock. The program will feature live performances by STJ’10 event artists Chris Merkley (Digger Jones), and John Scarpulla, as well as recorded music by other STJ’10 performing artists and guest host Todd Russell (Esquela). The program begins at 6pm, streams live at wrip979.com, and will likely include more STJ’10 personalities by show time.
STJ’10 is made possible, in part, by a grant from the O’Connor Foundation, as well as the through the efforts and generosity of Bovina Records, Brewery Ommegang, Mansion Audio Recording Studio, HMS Music Supply, Foothills PAC, and Clean Green Music.
Food and drinks (full bar) will be available throughout the STJ’10 event.
Please visit answerthecall.org and donate to the New York Police & Fire Widows’ & Children’s Benefit Fund.
For more information on StandTogetherJam2010, please visit Clean Green Music at reverbnation/cleangreenmusic, and Foothills PAC at foothillspac.org.
16-Year Old Comedian Headlines a 9/11 Benefit in Memory of His Father
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Pete Davidson will be remembering his dad and raising money for families of fallen heroes at a 9/11 benefit comedy show in Somerset, NJ.
Majestic Entertainment, NJ’s premier entertainment company, announced today that it will host a 9/11 benefit comedy show and fundraiser at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Somerset, New Jersey on Saturday, September 11, 2010. All event proceeds will go to the New York Police & Fire Widows’ and Children’s Benefit Fund (The Benefit Fund), which provides much needed financial aid and support to families of fallen heroes.
The benefit comedy show’s headliner will be 16-year old Pete Davidson from Staten Island, who lost his father, Scott Davidson, on September 11, 2001. Davidson was a firefighter for Ladder Co. 118 in Brooklyn Heights and was a first responder at the World Trade Center site. “Pete is a really inspiring kid and is pursuing his dream of becoming a stand-up comic. This is a great opportunity for him to honor his father and do what he loves. We are happy to help him and all families who have been affected by tragedy,” said organizer, Julian Romero of Majestic Entertainment. The comedy show will also feature veteran comedian Matt Bridgestone with special appearances by Dan Simms, Ken Burmeister, Buda and Craig Loydgren. For tickets and information on how you can help, visit: www.911Benefit.com or call the box office at 908.799.8294. Tickets are $15.00 in advance and $20.00 at the door.
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