On February 21, 2026, BENFO – The Benevolence Foundation proudly attended the 2nd Annual “All In for St. Jude” Social held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel in Davie, Florida. The event brought together philanthropic leaders, supporters, and community advocates for an inspiring evening dedicated to advancing the life-saving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Representing BENFO at the event were Paul D’Agnese, founder and CEO of The Benevolence Foundation, along with renowned super-yacht captain and television personality Lee Rosbach, widely known as Captain Lee. Both attended the celebration in support of St. Jude and its critical work to ensure that children battling cancer and other life-threatening diseases receive the care they need.
An Evening Dedicated to Hope and Impact
The All In for St. Jude social, chaired by Ted McNamara, gathered supporters for an evening of connection, generosity, and inspiration. Guests were welcomed to an immersive experience featuring culinary tastings from several of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel’s acclaimed restaurants, craft cocktails, live music, and meaningful moments that highlighted the life-changing impact of the St. Jude mission.
Throughout the evening, attendees were reminded of the powerful purpose behind the event: helping advance the mission of St. Jude — Finding Cures. Saving Children.
Supporters from across industries came together to celebrate the organization’s work and reaffirm their commitment to helping children and families facing serious illness.
BENFO’s Commitment to Supporting Children’s Causes
The Benevolence Foundation (BENFO) is dedicated to transforming valuable assets into meaningful charitable contributions that benefit organizations serving children and families in need. Through partnerships, donations, and philanthropic initiatives, BENFO seeks to support institutions whose missions align with compassion, healing, and hope.
Supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital represents an important part of that vision. St. Jude has become one of the most respected pediatric research institutions in the world, providing groundbreaking treatments for childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases while ensuring that families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing, or food.
For BENFO, participating in events like All In for St. Jude is more than attendance—it is an opportunity to stand alongside a global community committed to improving outcomes for children and advancing medical research that benefits families everywhere.
Captain Lee Joins the Celebration
Also in attendance was Captain Lee, the legendary super-yacht captain known worldwide for his leadership and presence in the global yachting community. Captain Lee’s participation in the event added an additional level of excitement and visibility to the evening’s celebration.
A longtime supporter of charitable causes, Captain Lee joined fellow attendees in honoring St. Jude’s mission and celebrating the incredible work being done to provide hope for families facing some of life’s most difficult challenges.
His presence alongside BENFO leadership reflected a shared commitment within the yachting and philanthropic communities to leverage influence and visibility to support meaningful charitable initiatives.
A Successful Event Supporting a Life-Saving Mission
The evening proved to be both inspiring and impactful, with supporters gathering not only to celebrate but to help further the mission of St. Jude through awareness and charitable support. Events like All In for St. Jude play a vital role in bringing together individuals and organizations that believe every child deserves the chance to grow up healthy and strong.
From the powerful stories shared throughout the evening to the generosity of those in attendance, the event demonstrated the strength of the St. Jude community and the importance of continued philanthropic engagement.
Looking Ahead
BENFO remains committed to supporting charitable organizations that improve the lives of children and families worldwide. Participation in events like All In for St. Jude reflects the foundation’s ongoing dedication to aligning its mission with organizations that are making a measurable difference.
The Benevolence Foundation looks forward to continuing its support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and other organizations whose work embodies compassion, innovation, and hope for future generations.
To learn more about BENFO and its philanthropic initiatives,
visit: https://benfo.org
