Bayside Hospital Raises $860,000 Through Philanthropic Dinner

BAYSIDE, QUEENS — A hospital in Bayside raised hundreds of thousands of dollars through a dinner celebrated on Monday.

St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children garnered over $860,000 at their annual philanthropic dinner on Dec. 12, where top executives in construction, real estate, finance, and other areas attended the event.

The funds are geared toward helping the hospital’s programs and services for critically ill and injured children.

"We are thrilled to finally be able to welcome our community back to celebrate this special evening in-person,” said Dr. Edwin Simpser, President and CEO of St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children.

The dinner honored Hunter Roberts Construction Group with Brian Aronne, senior vice president operations manager, and Theresa Herrmann, project executive.