HMI's Annual School's Out Benefit Supports LGBTQ+ Community

Brenda GiufurtaBruce Mermelstein

Jason Power, Benjamin Dixon, Bernard Teller, Frank Garcia, Michaela Vybohova, Jake ColucciBruce Mermelstein

Judith Kasen Windsor, Angela LagrecaBruce Mermelstein

Kelly Rippa, Mark Consuelos with WMC Creative Synchronized SwimmersAndrew Werner

Kevin Harrington, Queer Eye's Antoni PorowskiAndrew Werner

Marisa Allan, Deidre Beirne, Lauren Wils GroverBruce Mermelstein

Mer-Men at HMI's Annual School's Out BenefitAndrew Werner

Michael Staples, Jim BerkrotBruce Mermelstein

Nathan Orsman, HMI's Amy Harclerode, Jose CastroAndrew Werner

Nicholas Ricotta, Chase Landow, Ricky Swanton, Kelly GrahamBruce Mermelstein

Ryan Ward, Steven Horn, Ali Alexander, Adam Widener, Preston KempBruce Mermelstein

Stacy Pisone, Rosalie Pisone, Monica NovoBruce Mermelstein

Taylor Donohoe, Ashley Lisi, Taylor Strecker, Ali DonhoeBruce Mermelstein

Timothy Brown, Peter SomBruce Mermelstein

Timothy Peters, Lee Cannon, Salvatore Piazzolla, Dawn Kreizer-Drozjock, Ryan WardAndrew Werner

Benjamin Dixon, Brian Kelly, Alessandro Ford RipplineBruce Mermelstein

Jose Castro, Nathan OrsmanBruce Mermelstein

The Hamptons witnessed an inspiring and memorable event as Hetrick-Martin Institute (HMI) welcomed hundreds of generous donors to a stunning private home in Water Mill. The event’s primary focus was to raise funds for HMI’s critical work in supporting LGBTQ+ youth. As the nation’s oldest youth organization catering to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning, intersex and asexual individuals ages 13-24, HMI’s vital initiatives were at the forefront of the gathering.

The evening was marked with an enchanting atmosphere filled with cocktails, entertainment featuring mermen and synchronized swimmers, and breathtaking views. It was the perfect setting for celebration. The outpouring of support from the community underscored the shared commitment to empower and uplift the lives of LGBTQ+ youth, ensuring they have the resources and care they need to thrive.