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SUMMARY:New York Event 2026
DESCRIPTION:Care 4 Needy Copts 2026 New York Charity Event\nJoin Care 4 Needy Copts (C4NC) for a special evening of fellowship\, inspiration\, and impact at our 2026 New York event. Discover the life-changing work being accomplished for needy families and children in Upper Egypt\, and learn how your support brings hope and dignity to those living in extreme poverty. \nSpecial Guest :\n \nHis Grace Bishop David\nBishop of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of New York and New England \nHis Grace Bishop David serves as Bishop of the Coptic Orthodox Diocese of New York and New England. Born in Cairo\, Egypt\, he emigrated with his family to Toronto\, Canada\, in 1984\, where he completed his studies in biological science. He entered monastic life on January 22\, 1995\, and was consecrated a bishop on November 16\, 1999\, having formerly served as a general bishop in New England under the Coptic Orthodox Archdiocese of North America. In 2013\, Pope Tawadros II established the independent Diocese of New York and New England\, and Bishop David was formally enthroned as its bishop on December 7\, 2013\, at St. Abraam Coptic Orthodox Church in Woodbury\, New York\, now the seat of the diocese. \n\nEhab Faltaous\nPresident and Chairman of the Board of The Shepherd and Mother of Light (SML)\, and Founder and CEO of Felopateer Palace \nDr. Ehab Faltaous Shenouda is a premier luxury retail pioneer and a dedicated humanitarian. As the founder and CEO of Felopateer Palace (www.felopateerpalace.com)\, he established Egypt’s exclusive distribution network for the world’s most prestigious Swiss watchmakers\, including Rolex\, Chopard\, and Patek Philippe. His latest commercial milestone is the FP ICON Shopping Mall\, an architectural masterwork in New Cairo dedicated to elite luxury experiences. Beyond his business empire\, Dr. Faltaous channels his visionary leadership into profound philanthropic work. Serving as the President of the Board for The Shepherd and Mother of Light (SML)\, he acts as a crucial pillar for Care 4 Needy Copts\, guiding initiatives that build homes\, provide critical medical care\, and restore dignity to vulnerable families across Upper Egypt. \n \nRay Sidhom\nOriginal Founder of EVO | Chairman\, EVO Board of Directors (since May 2018). \nRafik R. Sidhom has served as Chairman of EVO board of directors since May 2018. As the original founder of the Company\, Mr. Sidhom has held various senior roles in the business since its inception\, including serving as chairman and a member of the board of managers prior to the Company’s initial public offering. Mr. Sidhom began his career in the acquiring industry\, selling card processing services and equipment to small retail merchants. Ray Sidhom’s journey\, from studying engineering to building ” EVO”\, is a testament to vision\, resilience\, and faith in one’s own path. EVO is one of the payment processing industry’s leading companies\, handling nearly $20 billion in annual transactions for close to 200\,000 merchants. His vision and leadership earned him the 2009 Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® Award for Metro New York. A believer in “controlling your own destiny” and a proud dad of his three children. \n \nElaine Barsoom\nFounder of waveco.ai and Venture Partner at Silicon Foundry \nElaine Barsoom is the founder of waveco.ai\, an advisor to executives and investors\, and a Venture Partner at Silicon Foundry\, with over two decades of experience helping leadership teams navigate AI\, emerging technology\, and new business models. She has advised on and structured more than $1B in joint ventures\, strategic alliances\, and acquisitions\, drawing on senior roles at Nike\, where she most recently served as Global Head of Technology Innovation Partnerships and Strategy and helped establish the company’s first Center of Excellence for Emerging Technology and AI\, as well as American Express\, where she helped launch the Vente-Privée joint venture and received the Chairman’s Pinnacle Award\, and Airbnb. Known for helping organizations move from ambition to execution\, Elaine works closely with founders and senior leaders on partnership design\, operating models\, and ecosystem development\, and today advises U.S. and international companies\, investors\, and leadership teams on AI strategy and responsible scaling. She serves on the board of Family Legal Cares\, is a member of Bonde\, was named the 2026 Woman of the Year by Women in Business\, and holds an MBA from The Wharton School\, a Master’s from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs\, and a BA from Barnard College. \nEvent Details\n\nDate: Sunday\, September 13\, 2026\nTime: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT\nLocation: The Refuge\, 515 Broadhollow Rd\, Melville\, NY 11747\nTickets: $125 for Adults | $50 for Kids\n\nWhat to Expect\nWhether you are a longtime supporter or discovering our mission for the first time\, this community gathering offers a chance to: \n\nHear inspiring stories of transformation and field updates from Upper Egypt.\nMeet fellow supporters dedicated to our charitable mission.\nUnderstand the direct impact of your generosity on vulnerable Coptic communities.\n\nRegistration\nPlease register early to reserve your spot for this inspiring evening. \nGet Tickets
URL:https://care4needycopts.org/event/new-york-charity-event-2026/
LOCATION:The Refuge\, 515 Broad Hollow Rd\, Melville\, 11747\, United States
CATEGORIES:Appreciation Event,Awareness Event,Events
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