Anchor, activist and award winner, Lori Stokes has distinguished herself as a nationally acclaimed broadcast journalist who uses her voice in support of the causes near and dear to her. The recipient of eight Emmy awards, Lori formerly served as anchor of the 5, 6, and 10 p.m. news for WNYW-FOX 5 News, and prior to that she sat alongside Rosanna Scotto as co-anchor of the station’s flagship morning show, Good Day New York. She previously served as co-anchor of WABC’s Eyewitness News This Morning for 17 years.

After a remarkable 40-year career, Lori retired in 2022 to pursue her many passions, including her involvement at Selfhelp. The emcee of Selfhelp’s Gala since 2017, Lori’s enthusiasm for Selfhelp’s mission led her to join the SCS Foundation Board of Trustees in 2021. Since then, she has been an avid advocate and volunteer, even sharing Selfhelp’s work with her television audience.

Giving back is in Lori’s DNA. She is the daughter of attorney, civil rights pioneer, and former United States Representative Louis Stokes, who served 15 terms in the U.S. House of Representatives. One of the founders of the Congressional Black Caucus, he was a champion for all and a great friend of the Jewish community. Lori is proud to walk in his footsteps with her involvement in many of the causes he supported, including the Cleveland Clinic, the International Spy Museum, and Case Western Reserve University (CWRU). She is currently a Distinguished Visiting Community Scholar at CWRU’s Mandel School of Applied Social Sciences. Most recently, Lori was honored by the Women's Caucus of the New York City Council at their Women’s History Month Ceremony for her groundbreaking professional achievements and outstanding contributions to broadcast journalism.

Lori is a proud mother to two wonderful daughters, Alex and Nikki, and currently splits her time between Cleveland and New York City.

As a visionary leader in New York City's real estate development and philanthropic communities, Bruce Ratner has made lasting impacts through his dedication to Holocaust remembrance, education, and healthcare innovation. As the Chairman of the Museum of Jewish Heritage-A Living Memorial to the Holocaust in Lower Manhattan, Mr. Ratner has been instrumental in organizing pivotal exhibitions, such as “Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away.” Under his visionary leadership, the museum has launched innovative initiatives to educate younger generations about the Holocaust, emphasizing the importance of preserving historical memory. As he aptly states, “As stewards of memory, it is our duty to ensure that the lessons of the Holocaust are not forgotten.”

A graduate of Harvard College and Columbia Law School, Mr. Ratner's commitment to healthcare and education is evident through his service on the boards of esteemed institutions such as Weill Cornell Medicine, The Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, and the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. His philanthropic endeavors extend further with the establishment of the Michael D. Ratner Center for Early Detection of Cancer, founded in memory of his brother. This center is dedicated to advancing life-saving cancer screening and pioneering research into new diagnostic testing methods.

In 2024, Mr. Ratner published the book “Early Detection: Catching Cancer When It’s Curable,” further solidifying his dedication to cancer research and awareness. His contributions have been recognized through various awards and accolades, reflecting his tireless efforts to enhance cultural understanding, promote social welfare, and advance medical science. Mr. Ratner's legacy continues to inspire future generations of leaders in philanthropy and cultural preservation, ensuring a lasting impact on society.