Alex von Furstenberg underwrites the Malibu SAR team’s equipment purchase

For years, philanthropist and longtime Malibu, California resident Alex von Furstenberg has been giving back to his community. Two years ago, he donated $38,500 for the full and complete outfitting of the Malibu Search and Rescue (MSAR) team’s lead search vehicle.

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“I am pleased to help strengthen the efforts of these volunteers who selflessly donate their time in order to assist people in imminent danger,” Alex said of his donation.


The MSAR team is a unit of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, an all-volunteer organization composed of Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department reserve deputy sheriffs, some civilian volunteer specialists, and incident support personnel.


Although the MSAR team is provided with equipment by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, it does not have all the gears critical to rescue operations. With Alex von Furstenberg’s significant contribution, the team was able to purchase some important rescue equipment.

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“This contribution will allow our team to fully equip a new rescue truck with all of the tools needed for a search and rescue operation,” said Kevin Ryan, a 30-year member of the MSAR team.


Alex, an avid kitesurfer and active outdoorsman understands the need for such equipment during critical operations.


“It is my hope that this equipment will help the Team ensure the safe rescue of all those who find themselves in unfortunate and urgent situations while exploring our community,” he said.


A known philanthropist, Alex continues to provide support to California’s civic-oriented projects.


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Alex von Furstenberg partners with Beverly Hills cops

Business tycoon Alex von Furstenberg’s philanthropic ideals go beyond putting roofs over the heads of the homeless or providing education to the youth. Mr. von Furstenberg also supports men and women who have played important roles in society like the active and retired Beverly Hills officers of the Beverly Hills Police Officers Association (BHPOA).

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The BHPOA was lucky to be a beneficiary of a $25,000-pledge from Mr. von Furstenberg for the association’s 22nd Annual Black & White Ball which was held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in November 2010. The proceeds from the event would benefit the BHPOA’s Medical Trust Fund, supporting ongoing benefits for both active personnel and retired officers and their families.

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“These officers have dedicated their lives to improving and protecting our community and are deserving of our continued support,” said Alex von Furstenberg.

About the BHPOA


In 1975, The Beverly Hills Police Officers Association was incorporated to provide members with supplemental insurances, legal aid, and college tuition support for their children. The BHPOA also represents sergeants and police officers on labor concerns and negotiations. Additionally, the association donates to local charities, like the Beverly Hills Education Foundation and The Maple Counseling Center, and awards a scholarship each year to a Beverly Hills High School graduating senior.

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Alex von Furstenberg and the privilege to give, help, and inspire others

Born to a noble family, Alex von Furstenberg is considered lucky in all sense of the word. His winsome attitude has made him successful in every business he engages in. Apart from being the chief investment officer and founder of Ranger Global Advisors, he was also the co-managing member and chief investment officer of Arrow Capital Management, LLC. He is also a partner and the director at the Diane von Furstenberg Studio, LP, a global luxury lifestyle brand owned by Alex’s mother, Diane von Furstenberg. These accomplishments and many more have moved him to make a genuine commitment to live a life of reaching out to others and giving back.

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For Alex von Furstenberg, sharing his blessings to those who are oppressed, lack education, or suffer from illnesses gives him a sense of fulfillment. Below are some of the organizations that he supports:



Education

• American Friends of the College of Judea

• Friends of Girls Prep

• Shuang Wen School

• Village Academies


Human rights

• Somaly Mam

• Vital Voices

• Human Rights Campaign

• US Holocaust Memorial Museum


Health

• Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

• The Michael J. Fox Foundation

• Friends of the Global Fight

• Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

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