T.J. Martell Gala Honors Coran Capshaw and Raises $3.2 Million for Cancer Research
The T.J. Martell Foundation held its annual New York Honors Gala on September 15 to honor Red Light Management founder Coran Capshaw and raise funds for cancer research.
Record fundraising total announced
The event raised more than $3.2 million, which is the highest amount collected in over twenty years. Steve Gawley stated that the funds allow scientists to take risks and move promising ideas forward.
Musicians perform for Capshaw
Dave Matthews presented the Lifetime Music Industry Award to Capshaw during the evening. Solo acoustic performances by Dave Matthews, Trey Anastasio, and Chris Stapleton took place in his honor.
Industry spirit of giving highlighted
Capshaw accepted the award while noting that musicians and business leaders unite to do good. He emphasized that the industry responds to needs ranging from floods to fire relief.
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