Wine & Wishes Sets New Fundraising Record

Apr. 6, 2016

On Thursday, March 23, more than 800 food and wine enthusiasts packed Chelsea Piers for the 13th Wine & Wishes, presented by Breakthru Beverage Group, and benefiting Make-A-Wish Metro New York. The evening raised over $815,000 to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, a new fundraising record for this event. In 13 years, the event has raised more than $8 million in total.

Guests sampled exquisite wines from more than 35 renowned wineries and tastings from 25 of New York City’s best restaurants. The event also featured live and silent auctions. "We could not be more pleased with the record breaking results of Wine & Wishes" said Breakthru Chairman and CEO Charles Merinoff, who helmed the proceedings. "The generosity of our sponsors, associates, and guests is unprecedented, and on behalf of the children we help, I want to thank everyone for making Wine & Wishes such a resounding success." 

“What an extraordinary night,” said Pat Clemency, President and CEO, Make-A-Wish Metro New York and Western New York. “We cannot thank Charles Merinoff and his team at Breakthru Beverage Group enough for their tireless efforts on behalf of children with life-threatening medial conditions. Their dedication and commitment have made many hundreds of wishes in our area possible.”

See photos of the event here

Make-A-Wish® grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.  For more information, please visit www.metrony.wish.org.