Release Recovery Foundation

You are personally invited to the Third Annual Release Foundation?Gala May 6th at Tao Downtown. This year we honor Tzvi Heber, CEO of Ascendant New York, and Hank Azaria, renowned actor and recovery advocate, for their exceptional contributions to the recovery community. And we are thrilled to share that Hank Azaria’s EZ Street Band will be performing to kick off the night right! Tickets and sponsorships?are live! Click the link here:?https://lnkd.in/gKaiW4H9 If you have any questions please reach out to?[email protected]

We are so excited! The application is open and available. Deadline for applications is May 1st, 2025. Please reach out to [email protected] with any questions. Application Link: https://lnkd.in/gUEpJ3aw

We’re Hiring a Development & Special Events Associate ! Join us the Release Foundation Team- You’ll lead the planning and execution of RF’s fundraising events, ensuring high-quality execution and experiences that engage donors and maximize contributions. This role requires a dynamic and highly organized individual with a strong background in development, fundraising, and event management. The Development & Special Events Associate will oversee major fundraising initiatives, cultivate donor relationships, and expand community engagement to support RF’s mission. If you have any questions please reach out to [email protected] Apply here: https://lnkd.in/ekJw24kk

Mark your calendars for May 6th, 2025 We are thrilled to invite you to the?Third Annual?Release Foundation?Gala, an unforgettable night dedicated to helping those suffering from substance use and mental health disorders. Details: Date:?May 6, 2025 Time:?7:00 PM Location:?TAO Downtown This will be the party of the year, and we can’t wait to share it with you. Please click the link?here?to reserve your spot! https://lnkd.in/dxSAjysx A formal invitation with all the event details will follow, but we wanted you to save the date for what promises to be a night of hope and celebration.

We are hiring! The Program Manager will play a pivotal role in advancing RF’s mission. This position will oversee the scholarship application process, manage partnerships with treatment providers, support grant writing and reporting, and contribute to strategic initiatives that maximize RF's impact. As a key member of the team, the Program Manager will help shape and execute RF’s programmatic strategy, ensuring sustainable growth and meaningful outcomes. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/dkKhj5pZ

Come honor Nic with us at the Third Annual Concert to Benefit the Nic Pagano LGBTQIA+ Scholarship Fund. Details: January 23rd 7:30 PM At City Winery Musical performances from Hank Azaria, Bettye LaVette, Martha Wainwright, The Cast Of ‘DEAD OUTLAW’, BETTY, And More !! Tickets: https://lnkd.in/e5qBCZs3 Hope to see you there!

On January 23rd at City Winery, we honor the life of Nic Pagano through a night of music and community. After losing Nic to an accidental overdose in 2021, his father, Rich Pagano, has turned unimaginable grief into a mission to raise awareness and provide hope. The Nic Pagano LGBTQIA+ Scholarship for Recovery is not only a tribute to Nic’s memory but also a lifeline for others in need of treatment, particularly in the LGBTQIA+ community. Tickets are still available: https://lnkd.in/e5qBCZs3

The third annual Nic Pagano LGBTQIA+ scholarship concert in partnership with Caron Treatment Centers- Songs of Deep Emotion and Bright Light January 23rd, at 7:30 PM City Winery NYC Todd Whitmer Blake Porter Zac C. Matthew Rinklin Tickets: https://lnkd.in/e5qBCZs3

2024: Our community has continued to grow, and with each passing year, we are able to impact more lives. However, there is still so much work to be done. This year with your help we raised 1.9 million dollars, 100 scholarships granted with our 29 treatment partners. Together, we are stronger than we are alone.

“Running has really become a love letter to life after addiction for me.” - Elizabeth Pearson Grateful to Runner's World for publishing one of our runner's stories. Elizabeth Pearson shares about how running transformed her life and supports her sobriety. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eMH8Twgm