Loading Events

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Champions for Children Gala

Pier Sixty, 60 Chelsea Piers, New York City

For over 20 years, the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund has provided financial, emotional and practical support to local New York and New Jersey families who are tackling childhood cancer. The Jay Fund’s goal is to BE THERE for parents facing the unthinkable so they can be there for their families.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of meaningful impact, and show your support for families tackling childhood cancer.

Enjoy cocktails and conversations while watching the sun set over the Hudson River. Throughout the night, enjoy the opportunity to bid on extraordinary auction items, from once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences to iconic pieces of sports history.

Be inspired by the heartfelt stories of our Jay Fund families, whose resilience highlights the life-changing power of your generosity.

For questions and more information about sponsorship opportunities, please email Mary Jane Pulzello at maryjane@tcjayfund.org.

JAYFUND BlueCarpet Edited scaled

2026 Honorees

Champions honoree headshots

Larry Inserra

CEO
Inserra Supermarkets

Champions honoree headshots

Mike McGillis

President
Mack Real Estate Group

Champions for Children Hall of Fame:

  • Charles Allen
    2010
  • Ralph Andretta
    2024
  • Curtis Arledge
    2012
  • Steven M. Barry
    2017
  • Frank J. Bisignano
    2013
  • Carolyn Tisch Blodgett
    2024
  • President George H.W. and Barbara Bush, accepted by Jenna Bush Hager
    2020
  • Harry & Maribel Carson
    2022
  • Gary Chartrand
    2009
  • Guy Chiarello
    2019
  • Steven J. Corwin, M.D.
    2018
  • Kevin Cummings
    2022
  • Brian Daboll
    2023
  • James Dunne III
    2020
  • Dick Ebersol
    2012
  • Martin Eltrich
    2014
  • Robert C. Garrett
    2024
  • Jerald F. Irving
    2010
  • Hugh F. Johnston
    2021
  • Alfred F. Kelly, Jr.
    2014
  • Lesa France Kennedy
    2020
  • Eli Manning
    2020
  • Ann T. Mara
    2008
  • John K. Mara
    2013
  • Susan Mara McDonnell
    2025
  • The National Football League
    2016
  • Members of ’07 and ’11 Offensive Lines, New York Football Giants Super Bowl Champions
    2017
  • 2007 New York Football Giants Super Bowl Champions
    2017
  • 2011 New York Football Giants Super Bowl Champions
    2021
  • Lester J. Owens
    2021
  • Jimmy Pitaro
    2025
  • Rick Pitino
    2025
  • Scott Rechler
    2019
  • Steve Sabol
    2011
  • Charles W. Scharf
    2015
  • Timothy H. Shinn
    2011
  • Pat Shurmur
    2019
  • Anthony Sichenzio
    2009
  • Stephen J. Squeri
    2023
  • Steven R. Starker
    2015
  • Paul J. Tagliabue
    2007
  • Joan H. Tisch
    2008
  • Steve Tisch, Laurie Tisch, Lizzie & Jonathan Tisch
    2016
  • Justin Tuck
    2018
  • Hamdi Ulukaya
    2022