The $1 Million Dollar Donation is the Single Largest Donation in the History of the Garden of Dreams Foundation
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (“MSG Sports”) announced today that $1 million has been raised for the Garden of Dreams Foundation through the Knicks fundraiser for two Celebrity Row seats at Game 3 of the NBA Finals Monday at The Garden. Leading global law firm Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher LLP (“Gibson Dunn”) and preeminent private-equity firm Veritas Capital split the winning bid, totaling $1 million. The donation is the single largest donation in the history of the foundation and proceeds from the fundraiser will go directly to the Garden of Dreams Foundation.
The Garden of Dreams Foundation is a non-profit organization that works with the MSG Family of Companies – MSG Entertainment, MSG Sports and Sphere Entertainment – to positively impact the lives of children facing obstacles. The Foundation works with 30 partner organizations throughout the tri-state area, including hospitals, wish organizations, and community-based organizations, to reach children who are facing challenges such as homelessness, extreme poverty, illness, and foster care.
“We want to thank Gibson Dunn and Veritas Capital for their incredible generosity,” said James Dolan, Executive Chairman and CEO, MSG Sports. “We’re proud that we were able to offer this opportunity to benefit The Garden of Dreams Foundation. This $1 million donation will be an invaluable resource to continue to help shape the futures of the young people we serve.”
“Gibson Dunn is proud to partner with Veritas Capital in support of the Garden of Dreams Foundation,” said Barbara Becker, Chair & Managing Partner, Gibson Dunn. “Advocating for underserved youth has been a longstanding part of our firm’s pro bono work, and this is a special moment to see that commitment extend into the Knicks community—and benefit the next generation of fans in the tri-state area.”
“The Garden of Dreams Foundation is one of the preeminent non-profit organizations in New York City,” said Ramzi Musallam, CEO and Managing Partner, Veritas Capital. “The work they do for underprivileged youth align perfectly with our values at Veritas Capital and we’re excited to play a role in helping their mission.”
This fundraiser follows the announcement that the Knicks are donating hundreds of free tickets to underprivileged youth throughout New York City for the 2026 NBA Finals. Garden of Dreams Foundation youth are receiving 250 tickets per home game – totaling at least 500 tickets across Games 3 and 4 – and 750 tickets total if there is a Game 6.
About Madison Square Garden Sports Corp.
Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (MSG Sports) is a leading professional sports company, with a collection of assets that includes the New York Knicks (NBA) and the New York Rangers (NHL), as well as two development league teams – the Westchester Knicks (NBAGL) and the Hartford Wolf Pack (AHL). MSG Sports also operates a professional sports team performance center – the MSG Training Center in Greenburgh, NY. More information is available at msgsports.com.
About Contributions
Contributions will support the work of the Garden of Dreams Foundation, a non-profit organization as described in section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. A copy of the Garden of Dreams Foundation's most recently filed annual financial report is available from the website of the New York Attorney General’s Charities Bureau at www.charitiesnys.com or upon request by contacting the Garden of Dreams Foundation at 2 Penn Plaza, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10121
Source: Madison Square Garden Sports Corp.