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Philanthropist and
author Jean Shafiroff’s reign continues as an undeniable
force in style and fashion, recently chosen as the “Best
Dressed in Ball Gowns” for The Daily Fashion Report’s 2018
“New” Best Dressed List. Jean Shafiroff is renowned for her
ball gown collection, and she leads the New York social
circuit as an unrivaled expert source on philanthropy with
extensive experience as a gala planner. She
serves on a variety of national
and international charity boards to
improve the lives of underserved populations, women’s rights
and well-being, health care, animal welfare and resources
for children in need.
The 2018 "New"
Best Dressed List says of Jean Shafiroff, “Her full-on ball
gowns are quite grand and entrance making, and while they
are as notable as her tireless charity work, she is always
quick to emphasize that it is her philanthropy and
humanitarian efforts, which are her top priority.”
Jean Shafiroff’s
enviable wardrobe includes designer labels such as Oscar de
la Renta, Carolina Herrera, and Dolce & Gabbana. She is
committed to supporting up-and-coming as well as established
fashion designers by showcasing customized fashions from
luxury and couture designers B. Michaels and Victor dE
Souza, for whom she is often a model and muse.
Beyond her duties as volunteer fundraiser,
chairwoman, spokesperson, gala planner and connoisseur of
style and fashion, Jean Shafiroff authored Successful
Philanthropy: How to Make a Life by What You Give. The
practical guide to modern giving, with in-depth knowledge
and resources, is now available on www.Amazon.com
The Daily Fashion Report’s 2018 “New” Best
Dressed List also includes: Anna Wintour, the Duchess
of Sussex Meghan Markle, Victoria Beckham, Janelle Monae,
Millie Bobby Brown and Zendaya Coleman to name a
few.
About Jean Shafiroff:
Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist, activist,
humanitarian, and author of Successful Philanthropy: How
To Make A Life By What You Give, is at the vanguard of a
new movement of modern philanthropists. Jean's philanthropy
goes beyond financial contributions and includes the gifts
of extensive time and knowledge. Through her work, she
encourages and seeks to empower all individuals to become
philanthropists so that they can build the fulfillment of
giving into their lives.
A volunteer fundraiser, leader and
spokesperson for several charitable causes, the spectrum of
Jean’s philanthropic work includes improving the lives of
underserved populations, women’s rights and well-being,
health care, animal welfare and resources for children in
need, in addition to other causes. Jean serves on the boards
of New York City Mission Society, French Heritage Society,
Couture Council (Museum of the Fashion Institute of
Technology), Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services
(20+ years), Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation Honorary
Board, Southampton Bath & Tennis Club’s Charitable
Foundation, and Global Strays. In addition, Jean is an
Ambassador for the American Humane Society and the
Ambassador-at-large for the Southampton Animal Shelter. She
is a New York Women's Foundation Board Alumna who remains
very active with the Foundation and women's issues.
Widely recognized for her philanthropic work,
Jean has been recognized and featured in numerous
publications, including The Wall Street Journal, Gotham
Magazine, The New York Times, Hello, Hola, New York Social
Diary, Avenue, Hamptons Magazine, and The Huffington Post,
among others.
Jean works closely with the multiple causes
she supports. Each year she chairs numerous galas and hosts
events benefiting numerous not-for-profit organizations. She
is well-known for her leadership in raising money for many
charities, including the Southampton Hospital, New York City
Mission Society, New York Women's Foundation and the
Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation. Jean is often a
guest speaker on TV and radio shows throughout the country.
The subjects she speaks about include philanthropy, human
rights, fashion and animal welfare.
Jean has been honored by several
organizations including the American Heart Association,
American Cancer Society, New York City Mission Society,
Youth Counseling League, Jewish Board of Family and
Children’s Services, Surgeons of Hope, The Ellen Hermanson
Foundation, Pet Philanthropy Circle, Animal Zone
International, NYC International Film Festival, 2018 Women's
Leadership Awards hosted by NY State Assembly Woman Rebecca
Seawright, and Southampton Animal Shelter Foundation.
Jean holds an MBA from the Graduate School of
Business at Columbia University and a BS in physical therapy
from the Columbia University College of Physicians and
Surgeons. She has worked both in public finance and private
partnerships on Wall Street. Prior to that, she was a
physical therapist at St. Luke’s Hospital in New York City.
Jean is married to Martin Shafiroff, an investment advisor,
and together they have two daughters who share their
mother’s interest in charitable causes. Jean and her family
reside in both New York City and Southampton, NY.
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