Thank you to all of our incredible Champions of Change for supporting our milestone celebration on May 6, 2026, and making it a night to remember!
20 years. One incredible team. 
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Thank you to everyone who made our 20th Anniversary Gala unforgettable — our staff, board, coaches, donors, sponsors, peer volunteers & amazing BP families. Together, you’ve built a community rooted in belonging, courage, compassion & joy.
Special thanks to our elected officials in attendance: Town of Warwick Supervisor, Jesse Dwyer; Ben & Eileen Astorino; Assemblyman Jonathan Redecker; County Executive Steve Neuhaus; Senator James Skoufis & Assemblyman Brian Maher (represented by Meghan Hurlburt) for your support and recognition.
Thank you to our incredible sponsors: Resorts World Hudson Valley; Johnstons Subaru; WTBQ; Celina Rofer Realtor; LAN Associates; Rieger Home; Walden Savings Bank; Orange and Rockland; Caden Dana and Michael Gilfeather & all auction sponsors.
Congratulations to our esteemed honorees: Coach of the Year, Bob McClorey; Volunteers of the year: Jen Disy & Stacy Fitzgerald; Generous Spirit Award Winner: The incredibly deserving Steve Jardine.
Special thanks to the Country Club at Otterkill, Corwin Florist, Everett and EC Media, E Rock Entertainment, David Lionheart Studios, Rachel Berkman Trio & DJ Solace for bringing the night to life.
Hats off to our Beautiful People athlete & poet Vinny Bertraini for moving us all with his words.
Champions of Change 2026 Gala Presentation
Here’s to the next 20 years!
Our Fundraising Initiatives
Fundraising events play a crucial role in supporting the financial sustainability and growth of Beautiful People. These events not only generate essential funds needed for operational costs, programs, and initiatives, but also raise awareness about Beautiful People’s mission. Other annual events and fundraisers include family pop-up events, Fall 5K, and the early summer golf outing.