Press Release – April 14, 2018, New York, NY – This past weekend, young professionals from New York came together to throw a black tie gala at the Angel Orensanz Foundation in the Lower East Side, raising funds for All Hands and Hearts – Smart Response – a non-profit dedicated to disaster relief around the world – in response to the devastating Hurricanes Irma and Maria that hit numerous islands last Fall, including the US Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. Over $130,000 was raised for this cause to help All Hands and Hearts as they continue to work tirelessly to help these disaster-stricken communities.
“Our family has lived in St Thomas for more than 40 years,” said Alexandra and Elizabeth Betesh, co-chairs of the event, “and after numerous trips there, we have come to appreciate the island’s beauty and fragility.” Alexandra and Elizabeth partnered with their friend Kyle Dropp, along with a host committee of 30 young professionals to plan the Hurricane Relief Gala.
When Hurricane Irma hi…