Special Guests and Performances by
Norah Jones
B.J. Novak
John Oliver
The Outsiders
featuring appearances by:
The SeriousFun Campers!
Friday, October 16, 2026
The Glasshouse
660 12th Avenue
New York, NY 10019
(West Side Highway between 48th and 49th St)
6:00PM
Cocktail Hour
7:00PM
Dinner & Entertainment
(Dessert Reception to Follow)
Cocktail Attire: a little camp sparkle
Click Here for Guest Information
Awards & Honorees
The Founder’s Award
for Transformational Impact
Georgia Wall Gogel & Don Gogel
This award honors individuals whose leadership and generosity create a lasting legacy of hope and possibility, embodying the compassion, joy, and service at the heart of Paul Newman’s vision.
The Trailblazer Award
for Leading Change
Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
This award honors a corporation or organization whose philanthropy creates meaningful impact for children in need by pioneering innovative ways to advance SeriousFun’s mission and bring the life-changing power of camp to children and families.
The Camp Champion Award
for Exceptional Service
Jimmy Canton
This award honors an individual whose extraordinary dedication and advocacy strengthen the SeriousFun community.
Through their passion, heart, and unwavering commitment, they help bring the life-changing power of camp to more children with serious illnesses and their families.
Event Leadership
Event Co-Chairs
Clea Newman
Carolyn Bechtel
Vice Chairs
Jonathan & Shelley Isaacson
Jonathan & Jeannie Lavine
Betsy Weiser & Eric Karp
Benefit Committee
American Friends of Jordan River Village
Carolyn Bechtel
Julie & Joe Carey
Camilla Castro & James O’Gara
Dynamo Camp
Ember & Andy Fry
Francie Bishop Good & David Horvitz
Koenigs Family
Emily Lamont & Donny Landis
Sharon O’Connor & John Frascotti
Maria Serena Porcari
Pauline & Maurice Pratt
Jill & Alan Rappaport
Nadia & Cameron Read
Bob & Leah Rukeyser
Victory Junction
Carole Watkins & Craig Woods
Lead Sponsor
Anonymous Donor
Shooting Star Sponsor
Corporate Sponsors
Guest Information
Dress Code
Cocktail attire with a little camp sparkle!
Tickets
You do not need to print your ticket. For expedited check-in, please have the QR code(s) emailed with your ticket confirmation open on your phone and ready to scan. If you don’t have your QR code, we’ll have your name on our guest list and can check you in that way.
Groups
There is no need to wait/check in as a group: we will check in guests as they arrive.
Accessibility
The Glasshouse is fully accessible. If you require any additional accommodations, please contact AKara(at)seriousfun.org.
Parking
There are a few parking garages within walking distance of The Glasshouse.
Rideshare or taxi service to the venue is encouraged!
LAZ Parking
610 West 45th St. between 11th and 12th Avenue
ICON Parking
520 West 51st St. between 10th and 11th Avenue
721 West 10th Avenue between 49th and 50th St.
504 West 53rd St. between 10th and 11th Avenue