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Jean Shafiroff, philanthropist,
television host, and author of
Successful Philanthropy: How to Make A
Life By What You Give, was honored at
the Belmont Child Care Association, Inc.
(BCCA)’s Spring Fling Hat Luncheon, held
at the Garden City Hotel
on Long Island.
The annual event, which celebrates
“Philanthropy in Bloom,”
supports BCCA’s mission of providing
early childhood education and care to
families working in the thoroughbred
racing community at Belmont Park,
Aqueduct Racetrack and Saratoga
Racecourse.
An advocate for children’s welfare, Jean
Shafiroff was recognized for her
philanthropic work and support of the
Belmont Child Care Association. With
over a decade of service to causes
involving underserved communities,
animal welfare, healthcare,
and women’s
rights.
The 2025 Spring Fling luncheon raised
the most in the history
of the event.
The afternoon affair, known for its
elegant garden party ambiance
and colorful hats, welcomed some 250 guests, including civic leaders, and
philanthropists.
Guests enjoyed a festive luncheon and
floral-themed program celebrating the
accomplishments of BCCA’s signature
program,
Anna House, an early childhood
education center located directly on the
grounds of Belmont Park.
In her acceptance remarks, Jean
Shafiroff said, “I was pleased to be
honored by Belmont Child Care
Association, Inc. at their Spring Fling
Hat Luncheon. The work they do for
child education and welfare for those
who otherwise could not afford it, is
very important. The luncheon raised
more funds than in prior years which is
wonderful. Thank you to all the
supporters.”
Notable attendees included: Jean
Shafiroff, Lee Dubb,
Joanne K. Adams, Jean Shafiroff, NYS
Assembly Woman Rebecca Seawright, Susan
Lucci, Joan Macnaughton, Libby Imperio,
Congresswoman Laura Gillen, Nassau
County Executive Bruce Blakeman and
Vicki Schneps.
About Jean Shafiroff:
Jean Shafiroff is a philanthropist,
humanitarian, TV host, writer, and the
author of the book "Successful
Philanthropy: How to Make a Life By What
You Give". Jean works extensively as a
volunteer fundraiser and leader in the
philanthropic world. She serves on the
boards of 8 charitable organizations and
each year chairs upwards of eight to ten
different charity galas. She also
hosts and underwrites many large parties
in her homes for different
non-profits. Among the many causes she
champions are those involved in women’s
rights, rights of underserved
populations, health care, and animal
welfare. In addition to hosting her own
TV show, entitled Successful
Philanthropy, Jean Shafiroff often
appears on TV shows, podcasts and then
in the press about her fashion and
philanthropy. She is an international
leader who strives to motivate people of
all ages and backgrounds to get involved
in the philanthropic process.
Jean Shafiroff serves on the boards of
the French Heritage Society,
Southampton Hospital Foundation, NYC
Mission Society, Couture Council of the
Museum at FIT, New York Women's
Foundation, Casita Maria, Global Strays,
and Southampton Animal Shelter
Foundation Honorary Board. In addition,
she is a member of the Advisory Board of
the Historical Society of Palm Beach
County. A Catholic, Jean served on the
board of the Jewish Board for 28 years
and now is one of their honorary
trustees. Jean Shafiroff has been
honored numerous times by a variety of
charitable organizations for her work.
Jean Shafiroff is among the leading
ladies of philanthropy.
For more information, please visit
www.jeanshafiroff.com
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About The Belmont Child Care
Association, Inc. (BCCA):
The BCCA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
organization dedicated to providing
high-quality early childhood education
and care for the children of backstretch
workers at New York’s Belmont Park,
Aqueduct Racetrack, and Saratoga
Racecourse. Established in 1998, BCCA
operates Anna House and Faith’s
House—state-of-the-art facilities
offering STEAM-based programs starting
at 5:00am to accommodate the demanding
schedules of racing industry families.
www:
www.belmontchildcare.org
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