Save the Children honored Greenwich native and Founder of SB Projects, Scott “Scooter” Braun at its 6th Annual Save the Children Illumination Gala. The event, which took place on Nov. 14, at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, was hosted by actor and Save the Children Trustee Jennifer Garner and featured a special musical performance by MILCK.
Braun, an entrepreneur and devoted philanthropist was presented with “The Humanitarian Award” by rapper Bun B for his visionary leadership in mobilizing massive public support for the children and families affected by the unprecedented hurricane season in 2017. In organizing the “Hand-in-Hand” telethon and raising more than $60 million to support survivors. Funds raised from the telethon have helped Save the Children serve over 412,000 children and adults in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico to date.
The Illumination Gala benefited Save the Children’s efforts to give more children a stronger start in life by helping end preventable maternal, newborn and child deaths and by supporting early childhood education.
