A night of music, sport and philanthropy in Manhattan produced the largest single‑night contribution in the history of Robert Kraft’s anti‑hate organization.
Key points
- The fundraiser generated a record $32 million for the Blue Square Alliance, the organization’s largest single‑night haul.
- High‑profile figures such as Tom Brady and Jon Bon Jovi attended, underscoring broad celebrity support for the anti‑hate cause.
- The alliance, rebranded from the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism, continues to focus on combating antisemitic and other forms of hate.
The Blue Square Alliance Against Hate announced that a Manhattan fundraiser held Wednesday at the Waldorf Astoria collected $32 million, marking the biggest one‑night total the group has ever recorded.
Among the attendees were former New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, rock singer Jon Bon Jovi and other high‑profile guests, according to the alliance’s statement posted on its Facebook page.
Star‑studded gala generates record donation
The alliance, originally launched in 2019 as the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism by Patriots owner Robert Kraft, was rebranded last year. Its website says the organization seeks to “inspire Americans to stand up to Jewish hate and all hate.”
The event also recognized Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan for his “continuing commitment” to the alliance’s work, the group noted in its social‑media recap.
Alliance’s mission and recent rebranding
The Boston Globe will update the story as additional details become available; the report was filed by Travis Andersen.
Reader questions
What is the Blue Square Alliance Against Hate?
It is a nonprofit founded by Patriots owner Robert Kraft in 2019, originally named the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism, and rebranded last year to address all forms of hate.
How much money was raised at the Manhattan event?
The gala reported raising $32 million, the highest single‑night total in the alliance’s history.
Who were some of the notable attendees?
Former Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, rock musician Jon Bon Jovi, and other unnamed guests were listed as participants.
Source: bostonglobe.com
