Maya’s Hope Lotus Ball

November 19, 2025

7:00-11:00 PM

The Edison Ballroom
240 W 47th Street, NYC

Join us for an enchanting evening of elegance and compassion as we honor

Kate and Michael McLaughlin

with the Michael T. Meltzer Humanitarian Award

14th Annual

Maya’s Hope Lotus Ball

Every child deserves a chance to grow up healthy, happy, and full of hope. Maya’s Hope Lotus Ball is our signature annual gala that brings together passionate changemakers, community leaders, and generous hearts for a night that transforms lives.

From live entertainment to an inspiring program, every moment is designed to raise critical funds for our mission: providing food, medical care, education, and love to children living in extreme poverty or crisis situations.

Join us at the Gala and experience a night filled with inspiring moments, fine dining, and entertainment, all in support of our mission to bring hope to those in need.

Tickets: $350.00

Sponsorship Opportunities: Start at $500

A heartfelt thank you to our esteemed sponsors for making the Maya’s Hope Lotus Ball successful!

Hope Sponsors

Coming soon

Hero Sponsors

Champion Sponsors

Rainbow Sponsors

Monte Albers de Leon & Michael Meltzer

Smile Sponsors

Coming soon

Our Host Committee is made up of dedicated supporters who work tirelessly to make the Lotus Ball a reality. Their leadership, generosity, and passion help us bring hope to thousands of children each year.

Nyree Bass

Hana Boruchov

Simon Brandon

David Cohen

Maya Crauderueff

Semanti Datta Kulkarni

Lorena Davison

Stephanie Dauman

Yuta Delarck

Danielle Fabian

Myra Gonzales

Olesya Govorun

Cecilia Hajredinaj

Nika Kulieva

Kristine Laurel

Julia Maksimova

Michael Meltzer

Rachel Meredith

Mariya Semchuk

Oxana Shetsko

Alexander Teleshko

Irka Tkachenko

Priyanka Vyas

Ollie Zhorniak