WHAT: SAGE, the world’s oldest and largest organization dedicated to improving the lives of LGBTQ+ older people, is thrilled to announce that the annual Toys Party will be returning to NYC for its 38th year. The Toys Party is the city’s largest LGBTQ+ charity event of the holiday season where guests celebrate by bringing their unwrapped toys and/or donations to SAGE, which are distributed throughout the community. In addition to an open bar serving specialty cocktails, the event will feature music courtesy of DJ Johnny Dynell. Hosted by Chris Kann, David Tufts, and Cris Dovich, the party has become a staple for the NYC LGBTQ+ community during the holidays.
Toys from the event will be distributed to the following charities: 9th Police Precinct Community Center, Camp Felix, Ali Forney Center, Brooklyn ACE Integration Head Start, Grace Baptist/Faith Mission, The Iris House and UEW Jericho Project/Brick Church. All proceeds will support the essential programs and services of SAGE. This year’s Toys Party Host Committee includes Bandar Alturkmani, Mylik Ganey, Scott Malone, Brent Miller, Josue Santiago, and Joey Wasserman.
WHEN: Sunday, December 10, 2023, 5 pm to 9 pm EST
WHERE: Chelsea Piers, Pier 60 (23rd Street & West Side Highway)
WHO:
- Michael Adams, SAGE CEO
- Chris Kann
- David Tufts
- Cris Dovich
- DJ Johnny Dynell
For more information on the event or to purchase tickets visit https://give.sageusa.org/event/2023-toys-party/e497464.
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