Charles Fazzino Reveals SBH Team of Heroes Gala Artwork at Avra Rockefeller Center
On September 14, 2026, Avra Rockefeller Center hosted a launch event for the upcoming New York Team of Heroes Gala, featuring striking artwork by Charles Fazzino. Scheduled for December 7 at Pier 60 in Chelsea Piers, the gala will highlight a colorful portrayal of New York City within a massive red apple. Co-hosted by Francis Mauigoa from the New York Giants and Braelon Allen of the New York Jets, the event celebrates their teams' successful week one. Proceeds, estimated at $1.8 million, will support SBH Health System and St. Barnabas Hospital, vital services in the Bronx.
Key facts
- Charles Fazzino unveiled the official gala artwork on September 14, 2026.
- The kickoff reception took place at Avra Rockefeller Center.
- The 2026 New York Team of Heroes Gala will be held on December 7 at Pier 60, Chelsea Piers.
- Francis Mauigoa and Braelon Allen were among the cohosts.
- The artwork features New York City inside a giant red apple.
- The gala hopes to raise $1.8 million for SBH Health System and St. Barnabas Hospital.
- St. Barnabas Hospital is a safety net hospital in the Bronx.
- NBC New York's Sports Desk covered the event.
Entities
Artists
- Charles Fazzino
- Francis Mauigoa
- Braelon Allen
Institutions
- NBC New York
- SBH Health System
- St. Barnabas Hospital
- New York Giants
- New York Jets
- Avra Rockefeller Center
- Pier 60
- Chelsea Piers
Locations
- New York City
- United States
- Bronx
- New York