Ash Ruiz Performs at the 5th Annual Breathe for Autism

Our guests at the 5th Annual Breathe for Autism were treated to a surprise performance by Ash Ruiz, formerly of Menudo!!

Throwback Thursday: An Evening at the Birdcage

#TBT to when our Divas helped us Drag Out Acceptance!!

Unicorn President Gregory Fried Crowned ‘Queen of the Night’ at “An Evening at the Birdcage" at LIPS Fort Lauderdale

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Fort Lauderdale FL – November 29^th, 2016 – The Unicorn Children’s Foundation held its first ever cabaret-themed role reversal drag show at LIPS in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and is pleased to announce that it was a RESOUNDING SUCCESS!  More than $32,000 was raised to help kids with special needs excel in our community.

Guests were treated to an amazing evening that started with an absolutely delectable assortment of hors’ d’oeuvres and continued with mouthwatering dinner options, courtesy of the talented Chef and cook staff at LIPS.  While guests enjoyed their repast and drinks, Event Chairman Max Tucci along with Unicorn’s President Gregory Fried (Gregory’s Fine Jewelry), Unicorn’s vice-president John Sternal (Merit Mile), Ash Ruiz (Menudo, pop male music group) and Boca Raton City Council Member Robert Weinroth transformed into dazzling Divas and absolutely stunned the audience with individual performances that were also interspersed with acts by the talented and amazing LIPS Divas. 

Gregory Fried, Unicorn’s very own President, ended up with the most votes and was not only bestowed the title of ‘Queen of the Night’, but was also awarded the uniquely beautiful and coveted Stiletto Trophy.   Proceeds from “An Evening at the Birdcage” will help expand opportunities for neuro-diverse youth with special needs like Autism, Dyslexia and other learning disorders.

“We are so thrilled with the great response to this fun event”, said Sharon Alexander, Executive Director of the Unicorn Children’s Foundation. “We could not be more proud of our special guest divas with big hearts, generous sponsors and the one and only Lips, all of which helped make this such a success.”

A big THANK YOU to our 5 leading men and sponsors: Backer Aboud Poliakoff & Foelster, LLP, Tara Ink, Inc., Tish Kitch Photography, Simply the Best Magazine, Wick Theatre & Museum and Eye on South Florida.  Finally, Unicorn wishes to thank LIPS for their excellent service, venue, and show.  Please join us for next year’s event at LIPS on November 19, 2017, which will feature the theme ‘Kinky Boots’ – More information TBA.  

To learn more about our Foundation, such as volunteer and sponsor opportunities, as well as information about our upcoming Unicorn Ball on March 11^th at the Boca West Country Club, please visit our website at www.UnicornChildrensFoundation.org.

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About the Unicorn Children’s Foundation

Unicorn Children's Foundation is a non-profit organization providing education, awareness and funding opportunities to organizations for special needs children in an effort to help kids excel in the community.  For millions of special needs children with developmental, communication and learning challenges, finding a cure is like chasing a rainbow in that a cure remains elusive. The Unicorn Children’s Foundation is expanding the collective special needs community to help acknowledge, celebrate and integrate the special qualities possessed by neurodiverse children with Autism, ADHD, Bipolar, Asperger’s, Dyslexia and other learning disorders.

About Lips Fort Lauderdale

Six nights a week and every Sunday afternoon, Lips serves up delicious food and Las Vegas style drag entertainment. Lips is the perfect place for a bachelorette party or to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or even a divorce with an amazing cast of characters, including show hostesses Amanda Austin, Daisy Deadpetals, Nicolette, Misty Eyes, Twa La Rouge and Velvet LeNore. The fun never ends at Lips, with sister locations in New York, San Diego, Atlanta and Chicago, opening in 2017. Lips is located at 1421 East Oakland Park Blvd. in Oakland Park, about one-mile east of I-95. For more information about Lips, call 954-567-0987 or visit www.lipsusa.com.

An Evening at the Birdcage Footage

Couldn't make it to An Evening at the Birdcage at Lips - Fort Lauderdale? Just want to watch it again? Eye On South Florida has got you covered! Check out awesome interviews from our Divas and some clips from their fabulous performances!!

http://www.eyeonsouthflorida.com/unicorn-childrens-foundation-presents-an-evening-at-the-birdcage1122/

An Evening at the Birdcage: Backstage

Thank you to Tish Kitch for these incredible photos of our men transforming into our fabulous divas!!

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We Are Family

The grand finale with all of our Divas, because at Unicorn, We Are Family!!!

Featuring Gregory Fried, Max Tucci, John Sternal, Ash Ruiz, and Robert Weinroth

Ash Ruiz and Max Tucci Duet

A beautiful duet by Ash Ruiz and Max Tucci at An Evening at the Birdcage

Robert Weinroth's Performance

Boca Raton Council Member Robert Weinroth aka Rah Rah dragging out awareness at last night's An Evening at the Birdcage

Max Tucci's Performance

Max Tucci aka Maxetta dragging out awareness at last night's An Evening at the Birdcage

Ash Ruiz's Performance

Ash Ruiz aka O Mi Shanti dragging out awareness at last night's An Evening at the Birdcage

John Sternal's Performance

Our Vice-President, John Sternal aka White Chocolate dragging out awareness at last night's An Evening at the Birdcage

Gregory Fried's Performance

Ladies and gentleman, your Queen of the Night... Gregory Fried!!!

Gregory Fried Crowned Queen of the Night

Congratulations to our Queen of the Night, Gregory Fried!!!!!! Greg was crowned our winner by raising over $10,000!!!! Such a stellar job by Greg and all 5 of our divas! You guys were absolutely phenomenal on stage tonight!! 

Thank you to everyone for your support, dedication, and ACCEPTANCE for individuals with neurodiversity.

Online Leaderboard Champion: Gregory Fried

Congratulations to our Online Leaderboard Champion, Gregory Fried!!! Incredible job!!!

Voting will continue at tonight's SOLD OUT event!! Tickets WILL NOT be sold at the door.

Thank you to everyone for supporting our special needs youth and their families.

***CURRENT ONLINE LEADERBOARD***
1. Gregory Fried 827.3 Votes
2. Max Tucci 480 Votes
3. John Sternal 76.5 Votes
4. Ash Ruiz 31 Votes

See you all there tonight at Lips - Fort Lauderdale!!

A Message from Greg

A message from our President, Gregory Fried, regarding tomorrow's An Evening at the Birdcage at Lips - Fort Lauderdale.

There are LITERALLY only a couple of tickets left, so if you plan on purchasing, please do so ASAP to make sure you get in! Tickets WILL NOT be sold at the door!!

www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/event/birdcage

Vote for Max!

Is Max Tucci your favorite Queen of the Night?

Vote for Greg!

Is Gregory Fried your favorite Queen of the Night?

Vote for Ash!

Is Ash Ruiz your favorite Queen of the Night?

http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/event/voteash

2 MORE DAYS!!!!

Cheer on Boca Raton Council Member Robert S Weinroth as he struts his stuff to help Drag Out Acceptance!

Less than 20 tickets are left to this CAN'T MISS event!!!

***CURRENT ONLINE LEADERBOARD***
1. Gregory Fried 690.3 Votes
2. Max Tucci 450 Votes
3. John Sternal 65 Votes
4. Ash Ruiz 31 Votes

http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/event/birdcage

Only 25 More Seats...

Less than 25 seats remain for our Evening at the Birdcage at Lips - Fort Lauderdale!!

***NEW LEADERBOARD STANDINGS***

1. Gregory Fried 646.5 Votes

2. Max Tucci 450 Votes

3. John Sternal 65 Votes

4. Ash Ruiz 31 Votes

http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/event/birdcage