About Play for Good Gala 2024
Athletes for Hope is excited to invite you to its Play for Good Gala 2024! Join us for an evening to celebrate, recognize, and appreciate the power of the athletic spirit in making the world a better place.
Entertainment, food, drinks, and an opportunity to bid on an incredible assortment of live and silent auction items will be provided.
Celebrating the Legacies of Game-Changers
During the event, we will honor three remarkable individuals who transcend their professional and sport accomplishments by dedicating their time and resources to making a positive impact in the lives of others. We will also honor a corporation that is making a profound impact in the areas of mental health, wellness, and/or youth development, and is helping to uplift the athletic community and the broader community at large.
Play For Good 2024 Honorees:
- Michelle Freeman - Gordon & Llura Gund Lifetime Hero Award
- Elena Delle Donne - Community Hero Award
- Jackie Joyner-Kersee - Mia Hamm Founders Award
- Deloitte - Corporate Community Impact Award
Women in Sports - Fireside Chat
During the reception, Kathleen Purtill, Vice Chairman at Deloitte Consulting LLP, will moderate a fireside chat featuring our honorees Michelle Freeman, Elena Delle Donne, and Jackie Joyner-Kersee as well as special guest, Mia Hamm. All attendees will be able to witness an incredible discussion on the rise of women’s sports and how these athletes are transforming their communities.
Emcee: Benita Fitzgerald Mosley
Attire: *Sporty Creative* Cocktail
*Includes an optional sports accessory/flare supporting your favorite team or athlete. Sporty accessories can include sneakers, ties, purses, hats, jewelry, pins, jackets, etc.
Proceeds from the Play for Good Gala 2024 will support AFH's physical and mental health programs. All funds raised will enable the expansion of AFH programming to positively impact thousands of young people from underserved schools and communities in need. Learn more about AFH’s programming and community impact by clicking here.
Event Leadership
Christin Blyumin, Co-Chair
Susan Miller, Co-Chair
Host Committee
Lauren Barber
Jason & Michelle Belinkie
Shari Ciapka
John Dragelin
Sarah Feugill
Benita Fitzgerald Mosley
Nick Freeman
Rachel Godino
Tommy Goodman
Stephanie Griffith
Max Meltzer
Kathleen Purtill
Tyler Rudy
Diana Venezia