Join us for an elegant evening inspired by the 1940s, celebrating the philanthropic spirit that has uplifted countless New Yorkers. During these changing times, The Floating Hospital’s 2025 Gala is a critical opportunity to support our mission of comprehensive care for families living in domestic violence safe houses and family homeless shelters.

Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 10, 2025, and join us for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, dinner, and jazz performed by the Duke Ellington Legacy at the stylish Edison Ballroom in the heart of the most glamorous city in the world.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Tuesday, June 10, 2025
6:30 to 9:30 pm

The Edison Ballroom, 240 West 47th Street, New York, NY 10036

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Don’t miss a chance to bid on a five-night getaway to Mexico at our choice of accommodations!

Step into the vacation of your dreams while supporting a cause that brings hope and healing! The Floating Hospital invites you to bid on an unforgettable luxury getaway to Mexico—a sun-soaked escape filled with turquoise waters, pristine beaches, and unparalleled relaxation. This exclusive auction opportunity not only promises you a trip of a lifetime but also allows you to make a meaningful impact. Your dream vacation becomes someone else’s lifeline.

Option one

Option one is a luxurious 6,500-square-feet 4-bedroom, four-and-a-half bath retreat in Nuevo Vallarta. The spectacular amenities offer a chance for friends and family to unwind together. The resort offers dozens of delicious dining options, spa services, world-class golf courses, water and adventure parks, night life, shops, markets, a long sandy beach, kids camp and practically anything else you can imagine. Or you can relax closer to the suite, with a choice of exclusive pools to lounge by, each with its own food and beverage service.

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Option two

Choose a vacation for two at Vidanta destinations in Riviera Maya, Nuevo Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta, Porto Penasco or Acapulco!

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This exclusive auction opportunity not only promises you a trip of a lifetime but also allows you to make a meaningful impact. All proceeds from your generous bids directly support The Floating Hospital’s mission to deliver more than healthcare to those in need. Your dream vacation directly aids other families, giving them access to food, clothing, personal care needs, life skills training, a camp to foster emotional growth and healing, transportation, and so much more.

Although you can bid live at our June 10 summer gala (buy tickets here), you do not have to be present to bid on these vacations. Absentee bids must be placed by June 5 and secured with a credit card. Reach out to Ann-Louise Lipman for further details: alipman@thefloatinghospital.org or 917-742-9820.

Don’t let this chance slip away. Bid now and let your generosity take flight!

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