Second Annual God’s Love Open (GLO)

By Fayne Ansley, Communications Associate - Writer

On Monday, August 12, God’s Love We Deliver – NYC’s only provider of medically tailored meals for individuals living with illness – hosted the 2^nd annual God’s Love Open at the Westchester Country Club in Rye, New York. The all-day event featured exciting golf and tennis competitions, raising critical funds for New Yorkers living with illness.

After the contests ended, guests mingled at a gracious reception, enjoying curated bites inspired by the world-renowned Gramercy Tavern. Beverage sponsors were Morgan Stanley, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Freitag Cocktails, and The New York Cocktail Co., who generously provided festive libations along the courses, courts, and at the clubhouse.

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Image 1 of 15 Chairman and CEO of Capri Holdings Ltd. John Idol, Pro Golfer Beau Hossler, New York Giants Superbowl Champion Victor Cruz, God's Love President & CEO David Ludwigson, and Good Day New York co-anchor Curt Menefee

Image 2 of 15 Chef Lauren Radel, Board member James Palazza, Chief Philanthropy Officer Stephen Covello, Culinary Council member Chef Amanda Freitag, GLO Ambassador Victoria Britto, and actor Christopher Jackson

Image 3 of 15 Good Day New York Sports Anchor Tina Cervasio, Victor Cruz, and David Ludwigson

Image 4 of 15 Our tennis players

Image 5 of 15 Tennis sponsors Jens Audenaert and Amol Shah with friends

Image 6 of 15 Janet Pommersheim, Dena Lombardo, and Patricia Ashdown

Image 7 of 15 genLOVE Council Chair Jonathan Lau on the tennis court

Image 8 of 15 Danielle Palma, Liz Martin, Curtis Hogan, and Megan Hogan

Image 9 of 15 Victor Cruz at the tee-off

Image 10 of 15 Our auctioneer, CK Swett

Image 11 of 15 Actor Richard Kind, Mia Kroeger, Alice Vilma, Judy Choi, and Katherine Smith

Image 12 of 15 David Ludwigson and Cullinary Council member, Chef Michael Anthony

Image 13 of 15 Curt Menefee speaks during our banquet

Image 14 of 15 Jonathan Lau and John Idol

Image 15 of 15 Chef Lauren Radel and Chef Amanda Freitag with their sponsored cocktails

The reception was cohosted by Chairman and CEO of Capri Holdings Limited, John Idol, Board member Michael Anthony of Gramercy Tavern, Board member Roberta Graves, and GOOD DAY NY Anchor Curt Menefee. Our tennis tournament was sponsored by Dena and Sam Lombardo and Jens Audenaert and Amol Shah. During the reception, God’s Love President & CEO David Ludwigson spoke about the critical work God’s Love does every day delivering medically tailored meals to our vulnerable New York neighbors, to those too sick to shop or cook for themselves. He thanked participants for being a vital part of supporting God’s Love’s mission.

“We are thrilled to host our 2^nd annual God’s Love Open (GLO) with the great support of so many friends: Roberta Graves, Chef Mike Anthony, John Idol, Jim Halpin, James Palazza, Dena & Sam Lombardo, and all of our guests and sponsors, including Goldman Sachs and Delta,” says David Ludwigson. “We will deliver our 40 millionth meal this year, and with meal numbers up 30% from last year, you and your support are more critical to our work than ever before. An event like GLO raises both awareness and funds for us, all in the fun of a round of golf or a tennis match.”

Beau Hossler teeing off.

“Each year, my commitment to God’s Love grows stronger,” says Chef Mike Anthony “I truly believe in the work they do and the impact they make in our community. It is an honor to be part of the team, especially on a celebratory day like today.”

In an auction led by actor CK Swett, guests bid on fantastic prizes and sponsored program items for God’s Love clients.

The evening ended with an awards ceremony, emceed by Curt Menefee. The event raised vital funds for God’s Love that will allow the organization to continue to reach all those who need them. Last year alone, God’s Love cooked and home-delivered a record 4.3 million medically tailored meals to almost 16,000 clients living with illness. This year, we expect to deliver nearly 5 million meals. Thank you to all who came out and joined us on this special day!