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    Artful fundraising

    Alluring Two x Two fête fetches $8 million for amFAR and Dallas Museum of Art

    Stephanie Allmon Merry
    Nov 13, 2019 | 10:13 am

    The 21st edition of Two x Two for AIDS and Art whisked guests to Morocco for an exotic dinner and contemporary art auction benefiting amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research, and the Dallas Museum of Art.

    As 500 patrons arrived at the The Rachofsky House's famous 7,000-square-foot geodesic dome tent on October 26, clouds of blue ombre hydrangea crawled over the entry, while Moroccan lanterns, candles, and tiles filled the dome. Using the tent interiors and giant video board, the auction items — there were 153 pieces on offer — were displayed throughout the night.

    The gala was designed and executed by planner extraordinare Todd Fiscus of Todd Events and hosted by Cindy and Howard Rachofsky along with Lisa and John Runyon.

    As usual, the sold-out, black-tie affair attracted a who's who among Dallas art collectors and philanthropists, as well as artists and supporters from around the world — even a few royals. Among the notable attendees were presenting sponsor Nancy C. Rogers, Vogue editor Hamish Bowles, Two x Two director Melissa Ireland, Jessica and Dirk Nowitzki, Kameron Westcott, Kara and Randall Goss, Charlotte Jones Anderson, Capera Ryan, Meghan Looney, Nasiba Hartland-Mackie, Edward P. Bass, Brian Bolke, Faisal Halum, Emily and Steve Summers, Prince Dimitri of Yugoslavia, and Prince Pavlos and Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece.

    The Moroccan-inspired fête began with a cocktail reception featuring sips by Ruinart champagne, Tequila Casa Dragones, Moët Hennessy USA, and Belvedere. Guests perused the luxury items in the silent auction before sitting down for a multicourse dinner.

    The co-chairs took the stage to thank the sponsors, donors and attendees of the 21st annual event.

    “Embarking into our third decade of Two x Two, it is clear that the enthusiasm continues to swell around supporting these two organizations," said Howard Rachofsky, who went on to announce a special initiative for the evening.

    "Having started Two x Two week with the devastating impact from tornadoes in our neighborhood, it was unanimous among all leadership at Two x Two, the Dallas Museum of Art, and amfAR that a portion of the proceeds this year be given to support the relief efforts in our immediate community," he told the crowd. "After all, Two x Two was created to save lives and brighten them up with the beauty of art."

    Kevin Robert Frost, chief executive officer at amfAR, presented artist Alex Katz with amfAR’s 2019 Award of Excellence for Artistic Contributions to the Fight Against AIDS.

    “Our honoree this evening joins a pantheon of distinguished honorees who represent the crème de la crème of contemporary American art," he said. "I can’t think of a more deserving recipient of our honored artist award than Alex Katz.”

    Anna Katherine Brodbeck, the Hoffman Family Senior Curator of Contemporary Art at the Dallas Museum of Art, added about the artist, "Katz has been steadfastly creating portraits, often of loved ones and friends, and environmentally scaled landscapes for the past 60 years. However, he clearly does not rest on his laurels."

    Katz's painting SOUTH LIGHT 2 wasfeatured at the gala, which, Brodbeck said, "evinces the mastery of a long career while still surprising in its immediacy of expression, worlds away from the punchy stylization of pop art, the movement of which he is considered by many to be a progenitor.”

    At the dinner’s conclusion, hit singer-songwriter Aloe Blacc entertained the crowd with a trio of his hits: "Wake Me Up," “I Need a Dollar,” and “The Man."

    Then patrons got the chance to raise big bucks in the live auction, conducted by Oliver Barker, chairman of Sotheby’s Europe. The live auction featured seven artworks including those by Sarah Crowner, Derek Fordjour, Barry X Ball, Frank Bowling, Ross Bleckner, and Andre Butzer, as well as Katz. A number of luxury and experiential packages, an original 1969 Jean Prouvé filling station, and a complete library of 426 Taschen rare books were also up for grabs.

    In total, the night raised a breathtaking $8 million for amfAR and the Dallas Museum of Art.

    Those who wished to raise a celebratory glass or two headed for an after party, presented by Neiman Marcus, which at which DJ Lucy Wrubel rocked the back garden of The Rachofsky House till the wee hours.

    The annual black-tie gala, part of a week-long series of events, is the largest U.S. fundraiser for amfAR and the Dallas Museum of Art. Since its inception, Two x Two for AIDS and Art has raised over $92 million in support of essential AIDS research at amfAR and for the Contemporary Art Acquisitions Fund at the Dallas Museum of Art.

    Aloe Blacc performs.

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    Photo by Ryan Emberley for Getty Images
    Aloe Blacc performs.
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    Hot to trot

    Equest Dallas patrons pony up record $700K at blue ribbon-worthy ball

    Stephanie Allmon Merry
    May 9, 2025 | 1:45 pm
    Equest Blue Ribbon Gala 2025
    Photo by Tamytha Cameron
    Honorary co-chairs David and Natalie Taylor, Auction chair Norma Jean Schaltenbrand, and Gala co-chairs Kristin and James Hallam

    A sold-out crowd of 570 supporters stampeded into Gilley’s Dallas on April 25 for the 44th Annual Equest Blue Ribbon Gala. The Western-chic affair, always one of the most highly anticipated galas of spring, would have a record-breaking night.

    Co-chairsKristin and James Hallam and honorary chairs The Sam and Helga Feldman Foundation and Natalie and David Taylor welcomed patrons decked out in cowboy boots and hats to Gilley's, which had been transformed into a shimmering celebration of all things Equest by event designer Steve Kemble. A “disco saddle” centerpiece even hung from the ceiling.

    Emcee Calvert Collins-Bratton welcomed the crowed with a hearty "yee haw!" Equest founder Susan Schwartz presented the Founders Award to Carol Chamberlin, whose three decades of service as volunteer, donor, and barn manager have made her an Equest organization legend. The Citation Award went to Donna and Tim Weber and their daughter Katherine, an Equest client.

    New CEO Eric Lindh took the stage to underscore Equest’s mission to provide equine-assisted learning, therapies, and counseling (much of it free of charge) to children, adults, and veterans. He shared the nonprofit's bold vision for the future, focusing on the number “22,” a call to action inspired by the 22 percent of Dallas County residents living with a disability, the 22 veterans lost to suicide daily in the U.S., and the 22 percent of Americans living with mental illness, while less than half of those receive treatment.

    His pledge to expand services to first responders struck a chord with the crowd, as did the moving testimonials from Equest clients.

    Auction chair Norma Jean Schaltenbrand urged the crowd to “Bid boldly. Bid big. Bid with heart,” and patrons did that in spades. Auctioneer Louis Murad encouraged bidders to raise paddles stridently, starting from initial $10,000 bids onward. Bidding got fast and furious live auction packages that included fabulous trips (with destinations such as France, Antigua, and Montana) and more. The most memorable moment came when a guest insisted Murad - ever the showman - auction off his own sparkling jacket. It fetched $2,000, a purchase by Tim Weber (who clearly loves a good statement piece).

    In total, the gala raised $700,000, the largest fundraising amount in Equest’s 44-year history. The Blue Ribbon Ball's proceeds go directly to equine-assisted therapies and other services provided by Equest; for more information, visit the organization's website.

    Equest Blue Ribbon Gala 2025
      

    Photo by Tamytha Cameron

    Honorary co-chairs David and Natalie Taylor, Auction chair Norma Jean Schaltenbrand, and Gala co-chairs Kristin and James Hallam

    After a night of sipping, dining, and fundraising, patrons tried their luck at casino games and danced the night away to Jordan Kahn’s Manhattan Orchestra.

    Spotted in the crowd, enjoying the evening, were Donna Weitzman, Nancy Greenbach, Natalie Taylor, Therese Rourk, Anne Seanor, Courtney Conley, Maggie Spiegel, Tyler Bridges, Lea LaFortune, Lee and Paul Michaels, Ryan and Kelly Casey, Christina Eubanks, Megan Pharis, Julie Bagley, Laura Johnson, Parker and Katy Brooks, Sharon Lee Clark, Max Clark, Jordan Glasgow, Anna Gresham, Khaki Christopher, Jessie Dornak, Jeff Netzer, Lynn McBee, Sarah and Trey Pederson, Luis Araujo, Amy Green, Kayten Elder, Sila Grogan, Melissa Placet, Tayler Reiter, Danny and Tanya Rice, Tina and Michael Beasom, and hundreds more patrons and supporters.

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