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Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ longest-running, volunteer-led, national charitable organization, and NY NOW are once again fielding a team for AIDS Walk New York, the largest single-day AIDS fundraising event in the world, on Sunday, May 18, in New York’s Central Park.
The competition celebrates innovative and forward-thinking designs that honor the city’s rich architectural heritage while envisioning a more resilient and sustainable future.
Gift for Life, the gift and home industries’ longest-running, volunteer-led national charitable organization, today announced changes to leadership of its Board of Directors with Emalee Hoffman of CMA Gifts and Amy Loewenberg of NY NOW at Emerald X transitioning to Chair and First Vice Chair, respectively, and Landon Metts of MarketTime elected to Second Vice Chair. Sarah Mount, GFL’s chair since 2024, steps into the role of Immediate Past Chair.
Just days after the fires began, Hunter and his team launched into action to create LA CAN DO (Los Angeles Creatives Aid in Natural Disasters Organization), a non-profit aimed at helping California wildfire survivors rebuild their lives and homes.
A Day of Inspiring Programming on March 19 to Uplift the Design Community Following the Fires | Proceeds to Benefit Key Organizations Involved in Recovery
AAHA Studio founders Harper Halprin and Aaron Leshtz share the secrets behind their business growth, creative approach, and how they balance family life with a thriving design practice. Watch the video to discover how their unique blend of expertise and personal values shapes their innovative architecture and interior design projects.
This January, the gift and home industry is rallying together to support those impacted by the devastating wildfires in Southern California. Through a series of fundraising events at major winter markets—Dallas, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and New York City—Gift for Life is partnering with World Central Kitchen to provide immediate relief to families and first responders. Your donations will help deliver fresh meals, water, and much-needed support in this time of crisis.
Support the cause today by donating at www.giftforlife.org/donate. Every contribution makes a difference!
The 2024 WAC Lighting Invitational Science Fair, held at Syosset High School, featured nearly 500 Long Island high school students presenting their research in fields ranging from biochemistry to environmental science. Now in its 14th year, the event offers students a platform to engage with esteemed scientists and compete for awards in nine categories, with scholarships and recognition for top projects. The fair underscores the importance of scientific inquiry and mentorship in shaping the future of young researchers.
Gift for Life’s Home vs Hunger team introduces fundraising for World Central Kitchen (WCK) during Atlanta Market with the debut of its “Party with a Purpose” on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at AmericasMart Atlanta. Tickets for the fundraising event, which runs 6-8 PM in the Currey & Company showroom (Building 1, Floor 1, Suite L3), are available for at www.giftforlife.org/donate.
Discover the inspiring journey of interior designer Kathleen Jennison, who overcame a traumatic brain injury to build two thriving businesses. Learn how perseverance, resilience, and a purposeful approach to design shaped her success.