Expect Miracles Foundation hosted its largest Atlantic Coast Classic yet, bringing together nearly 400 supporters for a record-breaking day of golf, generosity, and community. With on-site contributions up 17% and the largest Golf Clinic to date, the event continued EMF’s incredible momentum in the fight against cancer.
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New York YPEM Battle of the Bartenders 2025
Expect Miracles Foundation’s [EMF] New York YPEM group kicked off another impactful year with the highly anticipated New York YPEM Battle of the Bartenders 2025 at Tailor Public House on March 27. With an electrifying atmosphere, the night was filled with excitement as 19 guest bartenders took to the bar, crafting their best drinks and competing for the top spot. Thanks to the generosity and enthusiasm of our supporters, this year’s event achieved a record-breaking fundraising total of nearly $39,000 in support of EMF’s SAMFund grant program, which provides financial assistance to young adult cancer survivors.
EMF extends a heartfelt thank you to our YPEM corporate sponsor, FundGuard, and our event sponsors, AllianceBernstein and Sprott Asset Management, for their dedication to our mission and their support in making this night a tremendous success. Thank you to everyone who participated, donated, and supported this unforgettable evening. We’re looking forward to more incredible events in 2025, including EMF’s Distance Challenge (May 13-20) and the SAMFund Soiree in Manhattan (October 23).
New York YPEM Battle of the Bartenders 2025 Winners
A huge congratulations to Melaina LaSalle (Mastercard), who was crowned New York YPEM’s Top Bartender of 2025 after raising an impressive $4,440 in tips!
Additionally, a special shoutout goes to ICE, the Top Fundraising Firm of the night! Team members Marjorie Albert, Joe Rubino, and Taylor Ryan led the charge, collectively raising over $9,000 to support young adult cancer survivors.
New York’s Top Bartender: Melaina LaSalle (Mastercard)
New York’s Top Fundraising Firm: ICE
(from left: Taylor Ryan, Joe Rubino, and Marjorie Albert)
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Photography by Maria Wurtz.
About YPEM
Young Professional Expect Miracles [YPEM] is a group of the next generation of financial executives (ages 21-39) who are dedicated to advancing the fight against cancer. Members include rising leaders and professionals in the industry who are committed to rallying the financial community and beyond to support the mission of EMF. With cohorts in Boston and New York City, YPEM provides volunteer opportunities and hosts fundraisers and networking events (both virtual and in person) to bring the young financial community together to make a positive impact in the cancer community.
Please contact EMF’s Events and Marketing Coordinator Lauren Beimler to learn more about Young Professionals Expect Miracles [YPEM] at lbeimler@expectmiraclesfoundation.org.
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