Cancer League’s Hope Ball - Denver
The Cancer League of Colorado is a volunteer-run nonprofit dedicated to funding cancer research, patient services, and clinical trials. Their signature event, the Hope Ball, is an annual black-tie gala featuring charity auctions, raffles, and entertainment to raise funds for their mission.
The Makk family contributed artworks to the Hope Ball's charity auctions, aiding in fundraising efforts to support cancer-related initiatives.
American Heart Association – Art for Art’s Sake Auction
The American Heart Association (AHA) is a leading nonprofit organization focused on combating heart disease and stroke through research, education, and advocacy.
In 1971, the Makk family coordinated the "Art for Art's Sake" auction at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel, with proceeds benefiting the AHA's initiatives.
Barbara Sinatra Children's Center
Founded in 1986, the Barbara Sinatra Children's Center provides therapy and support for children who have suffered abuse, aiming to break the cycle of abuse through comprehensive care.
In 1984, Americo Makk's painting "Carefree" and a portrait of Barbara Sinatra were auctioned to benefit the center, supporting services for abused children.
Housing Now Initiative
Housing Now was a national campaign in the late 1980s aimed at addressing homelessness in the United States through advocacy and support for affordable housing.
In 1989, the Makk family collaborated with Beverly Hills businesses to support the Housing Now initiative, contributing artworks to benefit auctions and raise awareness for homelessness issues.
American Cancer Society – Hope Gala
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide organization dedicated to eliminating cancer through research, education, advocacy, and patient support.
The Makk family supported ACS events, including the Hope Gala, by donating artworks for auctions to raise funds for cancer research and patient services.