An official fundraiser for a Verified 501(c)3 nonprofit

TMA Philadelphia/Wilmington Cocktails for a Cause

A fundraiser for Sam's Kids

$10,000 raised from 29 donors

$10,000 goal

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The Philadelphia/Wilmington Chapter of the Turnaround Management Association (TMA) invites you to our charitable networking event, Cocktails for a Cause, on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 4:30–6:30 p.m. at the vibrant Bardea Garden in Wilmington.
This annual gathering brings together professionals for an evening of connection, conversation, and community impact — all in support of Sam’s KIDS, our 2025 charitable beneficiary.

Special thanks to the event/charitable matching sponsors for their support: Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP, Blank Rome LLP, Eisner Advisory Group, LLC, Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnel LLP and Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP 

Thank you to the following for supporting Cocktails for a Cause in 2025!...
Monique DiSabatino
Ron Gellert
Lauren Berret
James Clements
Christopher Beane
Alexander  Lamm
Evan Miller
Michael Gaul
Greg Fischer
Marla Benedek
Katelin  Morales
Stan Mastil
Blank Rome LLP 
Karen Owens
Catherine Heitzenrater
Lyndsay Rowland
Jared Kochenash
Elizabeth Witko
Douglas Leney
Landis Rath & Cobb
Jeremy VanEtten
Landis Rath & Cobb 
Robert Katz 
Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor LLP 
Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP 
Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnell LLP 

Sam’s KIDS is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of children at risk and in distressed situations. Their initiatives include:
  • Sam’s KIDS Food Pantry at Richey Elementary in Newport, DE.
  • Tuition Assistance for families facing financial hardship.
  • Camping Out for Coats, a winter coat drive for children in need.
  • Sam’s Ranch, an animal therapy, healing, and education program.
Come enjoy great company in a great setting — and help make a difference in the lives of local children.

About Sam's Kids

Mission: Sam's KIDS provides an anchor of hope for youth in Delaware through animal therapy and education, academic scholarships, food, and clothing.

Sam's KIDS (formerly Delaware KIDS Fund) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing an anchor of hope through animals, goods and services for Kids In Distressed Situations.

Our mission is to offer the following, but not limited to:

  • Animal therapy and education
  • Academic scholarships
  • Nutrition via school food pantries
  • Safety through coats and shelter

Sam's KIDS was re-named from Delaware KIDS Fund in 2023 in memory of our son Sam Hanna. Sam cared deeply for his friends and family and felt safety and stability was a human right. He inspired us all with his enthusiasm, wisdom and deep understanding of others during his 13 years on earth. Sam continues to spread joy and love in our community from heaven. He overcame adversity, embraced each day as a new adventure and through an anchor of hope, shared a faithful and fulfilling life. #Play4Sam

County Served: New Castle

Office Location(s): Newport

Sector: Kids; Poverty & Hunger

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  • Kim Brown
    $200
  • Anonymous
  • Rachel Mauceri
    $250
  • Blank Rome LLP
    $1,000
  • Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP
    $1,000
  • Thanks so much for the invite. Unfortunately, the date conflicts with my daughter's birthday. Kotler
    $100
  • Morris, Nichols, Arsht & Tunnel LLP
    $1,000
  • Robert Katz
    $250
  • Douglas Leney
  • Landis Rath & Cobb