27th Annual Purple Diamond Gala

“A Salute to the Royals”

Long Islanders shared in the spirit of giving to support individuals with epilepsy and developmental disabilities during the Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island’s ‘Purple Diamond Gala: A Salute to the Royals’ at Carlyle on the Green.

EFLI recognized this year’s honorees, while the event promoted awareness and support for the availability of more programs and services for individuals with epilepsy, it also saluted several important advocates and contributors within the epilepsy community.

“We are so grateful to all of the advocates and supporters who have invested in our mission and our cause,” said Tom Hopkins, Executive Director of the Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island. “Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island is dedicated to serving individuals with epilepsy on Long Island as well as their families. Our agency is faced with the challenge of serving an increasing number of individuals who are in need of our programs while we fill the sizeable funding gap we endured through federal and state budget cuts and a slow economy. Every ounce of support counts and allows us to continue making a difference.”

Guests of the gala received the royal treatment as they were transported to the likes of Buckingham Palace, courtesy of talents and time donated by the Nassau Community College’s Interior and Fashion Design Departments, and enjoyed an evening of regal dining and entertainment along with a rare opportunity to mingle among Prince William and Duchess Kate look-alikes.

Proceeds from the Gala will benefit the vital programs and services that the Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island provides for Long Island individuals with epilepsy and other developmental disabilities and their families.