2009 Champions for Charity®

From December 3 through 5, Americana Manhasset hosted its 14th annual holiday shopping benefit, Champions for Charity®. During this time, participating tenants of Americana Manhasset and Wheatley Plaza donated 25% of designated pre-tax purchases to the participating charities of the customer's choice. Throughout the three days of festive holiday shopping, many stores hosted private charity cocktail receptions, including Donna Karan New York which partnered with Diabetes Research Institution for a special appearance by Hal Rubenstein, Fashion Director of InStyle. Beauty Bar partnered with Old Westbury Gardens and Women’s Fund of Long Island to celebrate it’s grand opening during the Champions for Charity® program. Louis Vuitton hosted host Denise Rich and Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for a kick- off breakfast. Michael Kors added to the excitement by partnering with the Dysautonomia Youth Network of Americana for a fun a fashionable evening with Teen Vogue!