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The Buoniconti Fund and United Spinal Team Up to Improve Peer Support for People Living with Spinal Cord Injuries and Disorders
Spinal Network & micro-grants created by @UnitedSpinal & @BuonicontiFund team up for #SCI/D peer support (http://ow.ly/kzLN6)
Miami, Florida, May 16, 2013 –-The Buoniconti Fund and United Spinal Association, today announced their plans to create a coordinated national network of peer support groups called the “Spinal Network” that will set higher standards in assisting people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D)...more
Golf Legend Jack Nicklaus Hosts Buoniconti Fund Celebrity Golf Invitational
Presented by The Tudor Group
Golf icon Jack Nicklaus, along with NFL Hall of Famer Nick Buoniconti and his son Marc, hosted the 11th Annual Buoniconti Fund Celebrity Golf Invitational at Nicklaus' home club and course, The Bear’s Club in Jupiter, FL. Since its inception 11 years ago, this event has attracted the world's top business leaders and celebrities, coming together to find a cure for spinal cord injury...more
Destination Fashion 2012 Presented by Micky and Madeleine Arison Raises $31 million
$25 million gift from philanthropist Christine E. Lynn stunned the crowd as stars Enrique Iglesias, Tom Brokaw, Tommy Lee Jones, Wayne Newton, Gossip Girls' Matthew Settle and others joined forces to "stand up" to paralysis
Miami, FL (November 12, 2012) – NFL Hall of Famer Nick Buoniconti and his son Marc of the The Buoniconti Fund, the fundraising arm of The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, hosted an inspirational evening with more than 2,000 guests to celebrate Destination Fashion 2012. Held at Miami’s famed Bal Harbour Shops, Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour presented Emilio Pucci’s Spring 2013 Fashion Show Designed by Peter Dundas, which was followed by an interactive destination party experience and private concert by Enrique Iglesias. Tom Brokaw hosted the evening, which was chaired by Academy Award winner Tommy Lee Jones and International Polo Sensation Ignacio “Nacho” Figueras and raised $31 million for The Miami Project...more
27th Annual Great Sports Legends Dinner Raises Nearly $18 Million for The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis
Shaquille O’Neal, Danny Glover, Bob Costas, Alonzo Mourning, Marshall Faulk, Laila Ali,
Walt ‘Clyde’ Frazier, Wendy Williams and others joined forces to “Stand Up” to Paralysis
September 25, 2012 – Celebrities, sports legends, corporate leaders and more, joined NFL Hall of Famer Nick Buoniconti and his son Marc, as they hosted an inspiring, sold-out crowd of more than 1400 guests, in celebration of the 27th Annual Great Sports Legends Dinner. Held at New York’s famed Waldorf=Astoria, the dinner paid tribute to philanthropic heroes and sports icons that inspire and motivate those affected by spinal cord injuries and raised nearly $18 million. Once again hosted by NBC sports icon Bob Costas, the event assembled notable and influential figures to support the efforts of The Buoniconti Fund and honor this year’s Great Sports Legends: Shaquille O’Neal, Joe Torre, Marshall Faulk, Tony Perez, Mark Martin, Lisa Leslie, Jake LaMotta and Lorena Ochoa...more
Celebs Rally for Destination Fashion
September 10, 2012 -- When it comes to Destination Fashion—the posh fashion show/ cocktail party/dinner benefiting The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis via its fundraising arm, The Buoniconti Fund—absolutely everything is extraordinary. In anticipation of the Saturday, November 10, extravaganza at Bal Harbour Shops, deep-pocketed philanthropists have the chance to “buy” the naming rights to entire cities and continents. The sights, sounds, and tastes of places such as Antarctica, London, and Rome will be artfully re-created throughout the mall by party mastermind Barton G. Read more on Ocean Drive Magazine's website.
Enrique Iglesias to Perform and Emilio Pucci's Spring 2013 Fashion Show to be Featured at The Buoniconti Fund's Destination Fashion 2012
Tom Brokaw, Tommy Lee Jones and Nacho Figueras team up for a star-studded event at Bal Harbour Shops in South Florida
September 5, 2012 -- The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis, the fundraising arm of The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, is proud to announce that iconic musical star Enrique Iglesias will perform in concert and Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour presents Emilio Pucci’s Spring 2013 Fashion Show Designed by Peter Dundas which will be featured at Destination Fashion 2012 on Saturday, November 10th at Bal Harbour Shops. This musical legend and designer extraordinaire will join Master of Ceremonies Tom Brokaw, one of the most trusted and respected figures in broadcast journalism and a special correspondent for NBC News...more
Jack Nicklaus Joins Buoniconti Family to Help Raise More Than $5 Million Toward Finding A Cure For Paralysis
10th Anniversary of Buoniconti Fund Celebrity Golf Invitational Provides Critical Funding for Research & Clinical Trials
May 7 - Jack Nicklaus joins Nick and Marc for the 10th Anniversary of the Buoniconti Fund Celebrity Golf Invitational which has raised more than $5 million to help find a cure for paralysis...more
The Buoniconti Fund Announces the 2012 Women of Substance and Style and Special Honorees for Destination Fashion 2012
Star-Studded Celebration Will Take Place at Bal Harbour Shops in South Florida
March 1 – The Buoniconti Fund today is proud to announce this year’s Women of Substance and Style, and Special Honorees for the spectacular Destination Fashion 2012, to be held onSaturday, November 10th. The star-studded prestigious event is hosted at the world famous Bal Harbour Shops...more
12 Smiles Hosted Event at DB Bistro Moderne to Benefit The Buoniconti Fund
February - 12 Smiles, Miami Magazine, Ketel One and db Bistro Moderne at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami recently hosted a Happy Hour to benefit The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis/The Miami Project...more
Tiffany & Co. Celebrates the Supporters of The Buoniconti Fund with an Exclusive Preview of the 2012 Spring Tiffany Leather Collection
Design Directors, Richard Lambertson and John Truex, share their inspiration for the Spring line live
January 18 - Tiffany & Co. Bal Harbour and director Debra Koch, host The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis to a private in-store meet and greet with the renowned Tiffany Leather Collection design directors Richard Lambertson and John Truex to celebrate the Spring line and the avid foundation supporters...more
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