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About FriendsGiving

FriendsGiving is our annual celebration of community, gratitude, and generosity. What started as a small gathering has grown into a meaningful event where we come together to uplift dreamers and help remove financial barriers. Each year, proceeds from FriendsGiving go directly toward funding awards for individuals pursuing their passions — from education and the arts to career-defining opportunities. Below are the past award recipients who’ve been supported through this event.

AWARDS

2020 Award

2020 Emaline, awarded $250 plus gifted Gina's shears to continue her education

2020 Award

2020 Allison, awarded $1500 to follow her dreams

2021 Award

2021 Alyssa, awarded $2500 to follow her dreams

2022 Award

2022 Kyle, awarded $5000 to follow his dreams

2023 Award

2023 Rylee, awarded $5000 to follow her dreams

2024 Award

2024 Abby, awarded $6000 to follow her dreams, but because of a successful event, we were able to pay off her loan balance of $9800

2025 Award

2025 Zack was awarded $10,000 to pursue his dreams and help further his career in Broadway/off Broadway productions and film/television in NYC