On Monday, May 9th, Robin Hood celebrated its 2022 annual benefit at the Javits Center and raised $126 million — including a $50 million commitment from New York City — toward child care. As always, the event brought together some stars in entertainment, business, and philanthropy, and featured live musical performances from Charlie Puth and John Legend, and a hilarious comedy set from John Mulaney.
Thanks to a generous donation from Bombas, the benefit guests entered through an archway designed to look like the New York City skyline, constructed out of 5,200 pairs of Bombas socks — all of which will be distributed to New Yorkers experiencing homelessness. And once they entered the cocktail space, guests were surrounded by “windows” of opportunity — each displaying scenes across the city.
During dinner, guests were treated to a special show from Grammy nominee Charlie Puth who performed his hit singles “Light Switch” and “Attention,” followed by an emotional rendition of “See You Again” where he was joined by the student chorus at Staten Island’s PS22.