10th Annual FSH Gala

Figure Skating in Harlem held its annual gala about two weeks ago, a star-studded affair that raises money for an excellent and worthy cause. It was the tenth gala, and it brought out the likes of Kristi Yamaguchi, Sarah Hughes, Michelle Kwan, Meryl Davis (and Maxim!) and Evan Lysacek, who was honored for his work with the program (along with Gloria Steinem!).

Skating has a bit of a diversity problem. Much of it stems from lack of access to skating programs, whether financially or geographically. FSH serves to counteract that, offering educational enrichment programs in figure skating and beyond to young girls in New York—kids who wouldn't otherwise have a chance to try it. It's a fantastic program, and I've known many skaters who have worked with the kids there.