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Wed, 16 May 2012 12:17:00 -0400

Spring Out of Your Shell

Wed, 16 May 2012 12:08:24 -0400

What: Spring Out of Your Shell; City Chicks 4 Charity Take Social Networking Offline

When: May 2^nd. 2012

Benefiting: The It Get’s Better Project

On Wednesday May 2^nd, City Chicks 4 Charity as well as our friends and supporters gathered at Hudson Terrace to generate funds and awareness for the It Get’s Better Project (http://www.itgetsbetter.org/). The event challenged attendees to come out from behind their Facebook and Twitter screens to network in person. Eight amazing attendees (including Miss NYC) were our ‘socialites’ of the evening with real Pintrest boards created for each of them. Event attendees could ‘friend request’ these eight people, placing them in a raffle to win amazing prizes including Best Buy, Sephora, and Amazon giftcards!

The event was a huge success raising over $2000 for the It Get’s Better Project! Attendees had a great time drinking, socializing, and learning more about this amazing organization.

The It Get’s Better Project was created to show young LGBT people the levels of happiness, potential, and positivity their lives will reach – if they can just get through their teen years. The It Gets Better Project wants to remind teenagers in the LGBT community that they are not alone — and it WILL get better.

We want to thank all of guests and our amazing sponsors: Riazul Tequila, VitaCoco, PopChips, Ricardo’s Ocean Grill, and SocialPakt.

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Wed, 16 May 2012 11:49:00 -0400

BTIG 10th Annual Charity Day

BTIG’s 10th Annual Commission for Charity Day

Wed, 16 May 2012 11:46:17 -0400

Event: BTIG’s 10^th Annual Commission for Charity Day

When: April 18^th, 2012

What: Raising Funds for Multiple Children Charity Organizations

City Chicks 4 Charity were honored to be a part of the 10^th Annual BTIG Commission for Charity Day. The day was star studded with everyone from Kelly Ripa and Michael J Fox to Eli Manning and Nick Swisher. The brokerage firm announced that they raised over $4.5 million in support of some amazing children based charity organizations.

“Each year we are thrilled to be able to bring together the children’s charities, athletes and celebrities for this event. The results in our 10^th year speak to the continued commitment from the firm and our supporters, especially our clients, to working toward positive change in the communities around us,” said Steven Starker, Co-Founder of BTIG. “We thank everyone for their efforts in not only making this day possible but a continued success.” (Yahoo Finance)

The children that were able to attend the event did not leave empty handed. These amazingly strong and brave children left the BTIG offices with signed baseballs, footballs, and huge smiles. It was most certainly a day that none of us will ever forget.

For some more information on the day, check out some other articles:

https://wwwca01.btig.com/News.aspx?latest_news

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/btig-10th-annual-commissions-charity-123000604.html

Pictures: http://www.tradersmagazine.com/gallery/btig-trading-commission-charity-109964-1.html

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Thu, 12 Apr 2012 18:44:46 -0400

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Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:10:00 -0500

CC4C Volunteers at St Joseph’s Soup Kitchen

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:07:11 -0500

When: Saturday Dec 3^rd

Where: St Joseph’s Soup Kitchen

On a bright Saturday morning, City Chicks 4 Charity ventured out to Greenwich Village to spread a little holiday cheer. With our aprons and rubber gloves on, we chopped onions for the meatballs, buttered bread, and cut cakes for dessert. We spent the morning cooking and preparing a hearty meal of baked ziti and meatballs, Notre Dame coleslaw, and donated pies. When the time came to open the doors, the kitchen smelled of delicious food. City Chicks 4 Charity and the other volunteers served this amazing lunch to over 400people.

The Soup Kitchen has been operating in Casserly Hall every Saturday for about 20 years. Meals are always prepared with the help of an army of volunteers from different churches and faiths working under the supervision of one of their rotating head chefs. St Joseph’s strives for nutritionally balanced, hearty meals and whenever possible, include fresh vegetables and salads. The guests range from fixed-income local residents and the elderly, to street people who are truly suffering. All are welcome, and the food is 100% free.

To learn more, or to volunteer at the Soup Kitchen, visit www.stjosephsoupkitchen.org or email info@stjosephsoupkitchen.org. The day was an unbelievable experience that we most definitely will partake in again!

CC4Charity: Thank you to everyone who supported our Life is Priceless event last night. So refreshing to see how many people... http://t.co/gcO1jrMe

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 03:25:07 -0500

CC4Charity: Thank you to everyone who supported our Life is Priceless event last night. So refreshing to see how many people... http://t.co/gcO1jrMe:

CC4Charity: Thank you to everyone who supported our Life is Priceless event last night. So refreshing to see how many people… http://t.co/gcO1jrMe

City Chicks 4 Charity (http://cc4c.tumblr.com/) and The Life Is...

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:35:47 -0500

City Chicks 4 Charity (http://cc4c.tumblr.com/) and The Life Is Priceless Foundation (http://www.lifeispriceless.org/) are hosting an event in David Price’s honor, complete with drink specials, DJ, light eats and of course beer pong & flip cup! You’re invited to sign up as individuals or teams. If you’re feeling a little rusty there is no pressure to play. You are welcome to simply join us as we celebrate an amazing life.

We anticipate a sell-out event and, therefore, may not be offering tickets at the door. Beer Pong & Flip Cup spots will also be based on a first come first serve basis. To secure your entry, purchase tickets and sign up

today!

3rd Annual Cocktails 4 a Cause – Breaking All Records

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 11:21:00 -0400

What: 3^rd Annual Cocktails 4 a Cause

When: Thursday, October 20^th, 2011

Where: Marquee Night Club

Why: To Raise Funds for the Children’s Autism Hope Project

The 3^rd Annual Cocktails for a Cause was held on Thursday, October 20^th at Marquee Night Club in true City Chicks 4 Charity style! This year’s event raised over $30K for the Children’s Autism Hope Project. With the growing epidemic of autism in children, this organization is dedicated to researching the underlying causes and mechanisms of autism, using this knowledge to develop more effective treatments. We are extremely excited to present such a wonderful organization with funds to work towards their goal of a cure.

The event was attended by over 400 guests, our largest turnout yet! Special guests included Darryl Strawberry and Howard Cross who each support Autism related charities as well. Attendees drank and danced the night away thanks to our fantastic sponsors: Barefoot Wine, Camarena Tequila, Titos Vokda, Palm Ale, Pop Chips and Vita Coco. When guests weren’t mingling or dancing to the music of Ricardo Lima, they could be found placing bids on our Silent Auction items. Items included a Derek Jeter signed photograph, Tour GCX package, and an Interior Design consultation with Rebecca Tier Soskin Design.

A HUGE thank you to everyone that attended, donated, and supported. The event was a huge success thanks to your continued support and generosity.

St Clare’s 10th Annual Breast Cancer Walk, Sunday Sept...

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 10:54:00 -0400

St Clare’s 10th Annual Breast Cancer Walk, Sunday Sept 18 2011

On this brisk morning, a city chicks member and her family, along with a few thousand people (and canines!) gathered to support breast cancer diagnosis and treatment for St Clare’s Health System at the Hilton Garden Inn in Rockaway, NJ. The 5k walk raised over $100,000, bringing their overall gross through the years to almost $1 million! Kristen and her family walked for the Advanced Digital Data Team, who again raised the most amount of money as a group- over $17,000! Thanks to everyone who contributed to this great cause- what a great day!

Join City Chicks 4 Charity for an open bar, light eats, live DJ,...

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 10:40:31 -0400

Join City Chicks 4 Charity for an open bar, light eats, live DJ, silent auction, and the best of NYC’s young professionals at Marquee. This year’s event will be benefiting The Children’s Autism Hope Project. With the growing epidemic of autism in children, this organization is dedicated to researching the underlying causes and mechanisms of autism, using this knowledge to develop more effective treatments and hopefully, one day, a cure.

TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT: http://cocktails4acause2011.charityhappenings.org/

Fashion & Philanthropy at Fashion Night out, NYC!

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 14:04:00 -0400

We were so excited to learn that some of our favorite organizations were able to raise funds through Fashion Night Out, on September 8th in NYC!

As most of you know, we love the organization, Pencils of Promise! They were able to raise enough funds from the Dolce & Gabbana event, to build another school for underprivileged children! The place was filled with many familiar faces, including Justin Bieber who was on hand to support his fav cause.

Another one of our favorite highlights, was the Collab between Rachel Roy and Amare Stoudemire of the NYK. The Designer duo, was on hand shooting “hoops 4 a Cause” We appreciate our Philanthropic Fashionista’s, keep it coming!!

Vogue was there to capture it all: http://www.vogue.com/parties/

SAVE THE DATE! Our next big event!! Cocktails 4 a cause!

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:12:00 -0400

SAVE THE DATE! Our next big event!! Cocktails 4 a cause!

9th Annual Chris Slattery 9/11 Memorial Golf Classic

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 08:52:48 -0400

What: 9th Annual Chris Slattery 9/11 Memorial Golf Classic Where: Great River Golf Club, Milford, CT When: Monday, July 11th Why: Because We Will Never Forget.. those lost in 9/11 It’s hard for founder, Renee’s family, to believe its been ten years since we lost a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend in Chris Slattery in the 9/11 attacks. In this, our 9th year of keeping his memory alive through a charity golf outing sponsored by Bankers, http://www.bankers.com/, City Chicks is delighted to announce that they have raised more than $800k in scholarship money for Chris’s alma maters, Chamnade High School and Fairfield University. Although we never manage to escape the heat, these outings are filled with the laughter, light and libations that made Chris Slattery who he was. A special thanks to all those who came to support and Chris will forever remain in our hearts.

"A small group of thoughtful people could change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that..."

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 11:01:47 -0400

““A small group of thoughtful people could change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” ~Margaret Mead”

"Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people. -E. Roosevelt"

Mon, 23 May 2011 14:41:53 -0400

“Great minds discuss ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds discuss people. -E. Roosevelt”

BTIG’s 9th Annual Commission for Charity Day

Mon, 23 May 2011 09:49:00 -0400

Who: CC4C, BTIG, Celebrities, & Amazing Children Charity Organizations

What: BTIG’s Annual Commission for Charity Day

When: Wednesday, April 27th

City Chicks 4 Charity was honored to be a part of BTIG’s 9th Annual Commission for Charity Day. The event took place on April 27th at the BTIG offices. The City Chicks were on hand at the New York event alongside celebrities such as Michael J. Fox, Matt Dillon, Darryl Strawberry, Nick Swisher, Jorge Posada, Eli Manning, Steve Schirripa, Sean Avery, John McEnroe, Joe Girardi, Petra Nemcova, Bode Miller, Reggie Jackson, Joe Namath, and more.

The celebrities performed guest trading duties for the afternoon, with all commissions being donated to a range of children’s charities. The event raised over 4 million dollars benefiting a multitude of organizations including the following:

All Stars Helping Kids - www.allstarshelpingkids.org
Autism Speaks – www.autismspeaks.org
Deafness Research Foundation – www.drf.org
Food Allergy Initiative – www.faiusa.org
Franciscan Hospital for Children – www.franciscanhospital.org
Hedge Funds Care – www.hedgefundscare.org
Jacob’s Cure – www.jacobscure.org
Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research – www.michaeljfox.org
Project Sunshine – www.projectsunshine.org
Smile Train – www.smiletrain.org
Solving Kids Cancer – www.solvingkidscancer.org
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – www.stjude.org
St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children – www.stmaryskids.org
The Happy Hearts Fund – www.happyheartsfund.org

The day was absolutely amazing to watch unfold. Celebrities, charities, and a few families began arriving to the offices around 11am. The traders immediately took the celebs under their wings aiding them in trades, coaching them through each conversation. Celebrities also took the time to play with the children that were able to attend, high fiving and signing autographs. The day was absolutely amazing to be a part of, and we cannot wait to attend again next year!

To find out more, check out this New York Times article:http://dealbook.nytimes.com/2011/04/28/celebrities-fill-trading-floor-for-charity/

Photos from the Spring into Action Event on April 17, 2011

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Photos from the Spring into Action Event on April 17, 2011

City Chicks Spring into Action

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0400

Who: CC4C and Friends

What: Spring into Action Event

When: April 17, 2011

City Chicks 4 Charity hosted an event Sunday, April 17^th to raise funds for the Japan Earthquake Relief Fund and Live to Love. The concept came together when we decided to have a more intimate event, leaving the cocktails behind and tying up our laces.

Our Spring into Action Event was held at Stepping Out Studios where attendees picked between four workout classes: Boot Camp taught by Jen Cassetty, Salsa Cardio taught by Martina Kocichova, Yoga taught by Erica Barth and Pilates taught by Dara Spitalny. The 45-minute classes were followed by a light lunch sponsored by Whole Foods where attendees heard from our trainers, the charities, and a wellness guide.

Carrie Lee, President of Live to Love told us how the organization began as a movement in the Himalayan region empowering the youth to make positive changes in their communities and is now an international network of non-political, secular, non-governmental organizations aimed at furthering the following five goals: (1) education, (2) medical services, (3) relief aid, (4) environmental protection and (5) heritage preservation. The organization builds schools to empower the women of these regions, as well as provide them with access to health clinics to provide traditional and modern health care. We are proud to announce that the event raised thousands of dollars for the two causes, and we had a great time while doing it!

A very special thanks to our sponsors: Whole Foods, Fitness Magazine, Stepping Out Studios, and Rosebud Lip Salve.

To learn more about the organizations we donated to please visit:

Live to Love: http://www.live2love.org/

American Red Cross: http://www.redcross.org/