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Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI) School’s Out benefit will take place Saturday, August 2nd in the Hamptons in Sagaponack at the home of Christi Offutt and Soraida Bedoya beginning with cocktails at 5pm.
After a record-breaking event last year, Hetrick-Martin Institute has set out to surpass the money raised at its annual Hamptons summer fundraiser the previous year.
This summer’s event is being co-chaired by HMI Board Member and founder of Douglas Elliman’s Mackay | Dixon Team, Dixon’s Advisory Group.
This remarkable summer fundraiser in support of LGBTQIA+ youth will feature a “taste of the Hamptons”. It will include a menu of signature dishes and desserts from notable Hamptons restaurants, bakeries, and farms. The event will also feature music by DJ Lina Bradford.
School’s Out Cocktail Reception and Dinner
The benefit cocktail reception from 5-7:30pm will be followed by a dinner from 7:30 to 9:30pm.
The Best of The Hamptons sit-down Dinner will feature courses from some of the best restaurants on the East End. These restaurants and dishes include, Duryea’s Lobster Cobb, Filet Mignon steaks from STK, assorted side dishes from Almond restaurant in Bridgehampton, bread rolls from Carissa’s Bakery, Persian Caviar more.
School’s Out Co-Chairs and Hosts
New and returning notables, including Countess Luann de Lesseps, Jose Castro & Nathan Orsman, Rufus Wainwright & Jorn Weisbrodt, Andy Cohen, Thom Filicia, Candace Bushnell, Vanessa Gordon, among others, comprise this year’s School’s Out host committee.
In past years, Martha Stewart, Isaac Boots, Tracy Anderson, Joseph Altuzarra, and Rosanna Scotto have co-hosted the event at a variety of architecturally significant homes, including Grey Gardens and the Arc House.
About the Hetrick-Martin Institute
The Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI) is the nation’s oldest LGBTQIA+ youth services organization. They provide its youth members between the ages of 13 and 24 and their families with access to mental health services, social services. The organization also offers remote and in-person programming services focused on education, workforce development and arts & culture.
Funds raised from ‘School’s Out’ ensure their young people have the resources they need year-round. They often find the summer months difficult, as schools close and resources become scarce.
“Through a comprehensive package of direct services and referrals, Hetrick-Martin seeks to foster healthy youth development. Hetrick-Martin’s staff promotes excellence in youth services. They use their expertise to create innovative programs. Other organizations may use these programs as models.”
Additional Information | Purchase Tickets
HMI also thanks Nordstrom, United Airlines and Douglas Elliman’s Mackay | Dixon Team, and Anthony Taccetta Event Design for their sponsorships.
Click here to learn more about the HMI School’s Out benefit on Saturday, August 2nd and to purchase tickets.