Gracy’s Arts & Supper Club hosted an unforgettable evening of music, networking, and giving back to raise funds for the MOAS mission in Ukraine.
Malta, 17th March. On the evening of Thursday 16th March, Gracy’s Arts & Supper Club in Valletta, hosted the 2nd Annual MOAS Humanitarian Relief Dinner to raise funds in support of the MOAS mission in Ukraine. The charity evening was a hub for fine dining, entertainment, and music where visitors could network and create a humanitarian nexus to aid the Ukrainian population in need.
The fundraising dinner kicked off with general mingling and welcome drinks served at Gracy’s bar.
During the welcome aperitif, guests were entertained by the musical musings of Ukrainians singer Yulia Tsarova’s, pianist Rimma Kostiuk and violinist Yaryna Pavlyk. Following an all-inclusive banquet where attendees were wined and dined, a charity auction was held featuring several packages, including hotel stays, spa days and treatments, holidays abroad, unique dining experiences, concert tickets and boat charters.
Additional auction items included paintings by Clemens Hasengschwandtner and a painting of the fundraising event itself sketched on the night by the Japanese artist Miyuki Sugihara. Following a minute of silence in memory of all those who lost their lives in this war, later in the evening, diners enjoyed the performance delivered by none other than Malta’s own famous band Red Electric.
The evening’s proceeds were donated to #MoasMiossionUkraine, which has been providing life-saving emergency medical care to the Ukrainian population impacted by the violence. Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, MOAS has been running a comprehensive, national, front-line point of injury and trauma care, with the support of up to 100 tactical medics operating a fleet of about 30 ambulances and MMUs. So far, MOAS has treated over 10,000 front-line patients, over 20,000 people in communities cut off from health infrastructure, and thousands have been triaged. Additional training has been delivered to 10.000 healthcare providers and locals on cutting-edge medical techniques and technologies, to improve the overall health and well-being of the population.
Regina Catrambone, MOAS co-founder and director, said: “On behalf of my family I’d like to thank Gracy’s, the sponsors, and the guests who helped us make this night a success. MOAS has been on the field in Ukraine since the beginning of this terrible war. Our team of dedicated medical professionals has saved thousands of lives in the last year. We treated injured people, families, and the elderly who needed medical attention provided emergency medical supplies, and trained local operators. However, our work is far from done. What is Ukraine today? It is a country ravaged by war, where millions of people were forced to change their life because of the reckless actions decided elsewhere. It is a country that has seen massive changes because of the choices of few. There is a great need, that we cannot meet on our own. The funds raised will be used to continue our mission and save as many lives as possible throughout all of Ukraine and the frontline. While we look forward to seeing the end of this awful conflict and a future of peace, we must continue to help the most vulnerable affected by the violence, and we will! Let’s build a more inclusive and supportive humanitarian community together“.
Cristopher Catrambone, MOAS founder and Head of the Ukraine mission, stated: “The impact of our work goes beyond just treating physical injuries and illnesses. We have also brought hope and a sense of humanity to a population that has been deeply affected by the conflict. We have seen first-hand the difference that our work is making in the lives of individuals and communities and its impact on their ability to rebuild and recover. It is a humbling and profoundly moving experience to be a part of this work, and I am grateful for the support of our donors and partners, without whom this work would not be possible”.
For those who missed the event, it is still possible to donate to MOAS by following this link: www.moas.eu/donate
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The auction was sponsored by: The Phoenicia Malta, People & Skin, Teatru Manoel, Azimut Yachts, Iniala Harbor House, Dinner in the Sky, Royal Malta Golf Club, Greatt&NNG Promotions, Aulis London&Hong Kong Roganic, Rogan&Co, Air Malta.
A special thanks go to Noni Hasengschwandtner who graciously donated the works being auctioned by her late husband Austrian Born Artist Clemens and the Japanese artist Miyuki Sugihara, which drew a watercolour draw of the event
The beverage were kindly provided by Ferrari, Royal Belgian Caviar, Alf Mizzi & Sons LTD, Philippe Martinet Fine Wines.