Dear friends

Thank you for supporting this year’s Charity Gala. The event was a huge success and we are delighted to tell you that we raised almost 2 million CZK taking our grand total to over 55 million CZK..

We owe a huge part of this success to our generous sponsors, many of whom support us year after year, and to the fabulous team at Mlynec. 

We are extremely grateful for your kind donations and will work closely with our charities to ensure that all the money raised is put to good use.

In 2026 we will work with the following charities:

• Department of Pediatric Hematology Oncology, University Hospital Motol: Our donations will be used to purchase specialist equipment to help both the diagnosis and treatment of children with cancer
• Beroun Children’s Home: Beroun is a residential home for complex needs children. Our contributions will fund horse-riding lessons, swimming lessons, pet therapy, music therapy and trips to the salt caves
• Faculty Hospital Kralovske Vinohrady: Charity Gala supports work with newborn babies. Our donations will be used to purchase surgical equipment for oncology patients
• MotolORL Foundation: Gala funds will be invested in surgical equipment and patient support at Motol ORL which is the Ear Nose and Throat department. This project was originally supported through the Broken Silence Foundation. 

We’ll update you throughout the year on our progress and you are very welcome to visit any of our charities with us.

Enjoy the holidays and all the very best for a happy and healthy 2026. 

Best wishes

Charity Gala Committee

Elizabeth Neale, Paula Hessenberger, Grace Wilkinson, Blanka Smith, Anke Weber, Karen Feldman, Kate Sellers, Tanja Stegmaier, Jarda Soukup, Dana Duffill and Gill Maguire

1   Cultural Classics – Art, Ballet, City Break & Chef’s Table

• Oil Painting: “Repetition” by Tomáš Tichy, 120x70cm
• English National Ballet: Tickets for two people to Sleeping Beauty at the iconic Royal Albert Hall in London, 25th-28th June, plus a bottle of Moët & Chandon at the Champagne Bar
• Budapest City Break: Two nights at the luxurious Al Habtoor Palace in the centre of Budapest
• Sansho Chef’s table: Degustation menu for six, including cocktails and drinks

2   Prague Social – Karaoke Night & Boat Cruise

• McCarthy’s Irish Pub: Karaoke for 20 including fish and chips and 40 drinks
• Private Boat Trip: Party cruise on the Vltava with Captain Ronald for 14 people, cruise lasts six hours and includes two bottles of champagne, valid May to Sept 2026

3   Modern Prague – DupleX, Original Beer Experience & Jalta Hotel

• DupleX: Best VIP table at DupleX with unlimited Moët & Chandon, access to all areas for six guests, valid until June 2026    
• Pilsner Urquell The Original Beer Experience: Tour & Private Tapster Academy for 10
• Staycation: Jalta Boutique Hotel two nights and two rooms

4   Scottish Highlands: Whisky Hotel, Dinner & Tasting and Artel Glasses

• The Craigellachie Hotel: Two double rooms for two nights, 7-course dinner at GEAMAIR and a whisky tasting in the world-famous Quaich Whisky Bar, valid until 15^th Dec 2026                   
• Artel: Four luxury Bohemian whisky glasses

5   Five Star Luxury Sri Lankan and Dubai Adventure

• Uga Luxury Resorts: 10 nights for two people staying at three of the best Uga Resort Hotels, valid 15th Jan to 19th Dec 2026 (excl. Easter and peak summer)
• Island Tour: Curate your own trip from Colombo to Negombo, across to the east coast and then down south to Tangalle and back to Colombo
• Kempinski Hotel: 2 nights for 2 people at The Palm Dubai, valid until 10th May 2026

6   It’s a long way to Tipperary

• Cosy Cottage: Cottage for eight people for five nights, valid 2026
• Golf: Golf for four players at three of Ireland’s leading golf courses
• Irish Hospitality: Welcome BBQ, tab at the local pub and an ample supply of booze

7   Prague Classic: Kampa Park, Fine Wine & Day on Set

• Kampa Park: Vltava champagne cruise on Galatea for six guests, followed by a five-course degustation menu with wine paring in Kampa, valid for summer 2026
• Wine: Case of Nenin 2009 Pomerol and 24 bottles of Aliman Feteasca Neagra 2019
• Film Extra: Day on set courtesy of Stillking in 2026

8   Timeless Elegance & Luxury Dubai

• Farah Kimia: Bomber leather jacket
• Corneliani: Men’s hat and cashmere scarf           
• Watches: Two Sequent solar charged watches        
• The Lana Hotel, Dubai: Three nights in a Marina Junior Suite plus breakfast at Riviera by Jean Imbart (Michelin starred chef), valid 2026

9   Czech Design, Dubai Mini-Break & Luxury Pamper

• Klara Nademlynska: Haute couture dress or voucher for 20,000 CZK
• Styling Kouc: Fashion stylist for three hours, valid 2026
• Madame Blanche: Lingerie voucher (including fitting) for 6,000 CZK
• Waldorf Astoria Dubai: Three nights for two people on The Palm Dubai, valid to 19^th Apr 2026
• My Clinic Surgery: Voucher for upper and lower eyelid surgery
• Guerlain: Treatment worth 6,000 CZK

10 The Spanish Golden Age

• Terra Dominicata Hotel and Winery: One night stay at the wonderful Terra Dominiicata in Spain’s vineyard-covered Priorat region
• Fine Dining Dine at Mater Terrae, a Michelin-recommended restaurant
• Flights to Spain: Return flights between Prague and Barcelona for two people, airport transfers included

11 And finally taking you back in time to the Jurassic Period!

• Dino: Meet Dino our cuddly dinosaur!
• V Zátiši: Restaurant voucher for 10,000 CZK

1   Czech Art

• Oil painting “Place de Tertre-Montmartre” by Jaroslav Fanta          
• Preciosa glass

2   Strength and Beauty         

• ReformerX six months membership to Prague 1 studio, worth 27,000 CZK
• Emsella non-invasive stimulation of pelvic floor, six sessions, og group
• Face Place voucher for iDerm Facial

3   Dress to Impress

• 5. Avenue 10,000 CZK voucher           
• Swarovski earrings     
• Oliver Weber gold-plated jewellery

4   Tasting Experience

• Mlynec restaurant voucher 10,000 CZK
• Landcraft Distillery Tour & Tasting for six people with Zátiší’s Chief Bartender
• 3 bottles from the Landcraft distillery
• Manifesto Cocktail Tasting Night for eight people

5    Alpine Retreat Austria

• Apartment for seven nights in Hinterthal, Salzberger 
• Accommodation for eight people, three bedrooms 
• 120km of ski slopes, hiking, biking & climbing 
• Golf, spas and much more

6    Emma J Shipley and Swarovski

• Bespoke cushions (set of four) designed by Emma J Shipley
• Swarovski necklace and earrings

7   Christmas Gifts with Bubbles

• Hani Koi voucher 10,000 CZK
• Moët et Chandon Magnum   
• Christmas gift hamper from Sumo Garden

8   Day on the Vltava with Friends

• Boat experience for 14 people with Captain Ronald, six hours on the water with two bottles of champagne, valid May to Sept 2026
• Bakeshop standard cake voucher
• Bejgl bakery voucher

9   VIP Golf Package at Casa Serena

• Green fees for four golfers
• Free driving range access
• Free buggies/trollies 
• All day catering – breakfast, snack and dinner
• Golf merchandise

10 Klinika Laser Plastic and My Clinic Hypnosis

• Klinika Laser Plastic treatment voucher
• My Clinic hypnosis session

11 Thoughtful Gifts for Her                  

• Furla evening bag        
• Swarovski necklace, bracelet and earrings
• Metamorphosis Florist voucher 1,500 CZK

12 Get Fit and Have Fun                                

• F45 Training, voucher for three months x2
• La Tropical Latin Dance workshop, one hour session for two people

13 Objet d’art                 

• Milan Pekar porcelain vase  
• Photo “Polaroid Poppy” by Chloe Geitmann-Akrithaki
• Metamorphosis Florist voucher 1,500 CZK

14 Authentic Czech Getaway

• Lhotka Camp for 8 people, fully catered, 14-16th Sept 2026
• Wood fire and outdoor cooking
• Guided mushroom picking, traditional apple pressing and foraging for herbs and berries

15 “Reach for the Stars” sculpture by Jakob Flejšar       

16 Four Season Hotel Romantic Night

• Night at the Four Seasons Hotel Prague incl. breakfast
• Dinner at CottoCrudo, incl. non-alcoholic beverages, valid until Nov 2026          
• Metamorphosis Florist voucher 1,500 CZK
• Large box of handmade Kristyjan chocolates, voucher 2,000 CZK              

17 Tennis Star Tomáš Berdych

• Training session with Tomáš Berdych
• Signed racket and signed Czech Team training jacket
• Photo signed by tennis stars                 
• Physiotherapy session at My Clinic

18 British Silverware Experience

• British Silverware two-day experience for 2 people in Sheffield
• Craft your own bespoke silver bowl
• Visit the Assay Office and hallmark your piece  
• Tour the British Silverware Factory
• One night at a local hotel, lunch included

19 Malta Trip and Steak Night

• Preferred Hotels and Resort Malta, two nights, valid until 30^th June
• George Prime Steak voucher for 10,000 CZK

20 Time in Vienna      

• Hotel Imperial Vienna, two-night weekend stay with champagne breakfast, valid until Oct 2026
• Large clock      
• Preciosa bowl

21 Fitness and Fashion          

• Red Neoprene Bag from Lagoon Room
• Five home training sessions with Jana Tsang
• Vera Moda 6,000 CZK voucher
• JACK&JONES 6,000 CZK voucher
• Oliver Weber gold-plated jewellery

Remember to place your bids by midnight on Saturday!!

Here’s a sneak peek at the prize packages you’ll find in our Live Auction at the gala.

1 Prague Bucket List 

• Top Gun-style Fighter Jet Air Show for eight people at a private airport near Prague
• Visit the assembly line of the L-39 Skyfox jets from Top Gun: Maverick, James Bond: Tomorrow Never Dies & Lethal Weapon
• Training session on a Full Mission Simulator
• Meet & greet with fighter pilots and a cocktail reception
• DJ Tim Otis six hours for 150 guests plus lights
• Pilsner Urquell The Original Beer Experience Tour and Private Tapster Academy for 10
• Private Dasbach boat experience for 16 people on the Vltava, five hour cruise with two bottles of champagne

2 It’s a Long Way to Tipperary

• Golf for four people at Ireland’s top golf clubs
• Irish cottage for eight people for five nights
• Welcome BBQ for eight people
• All-inclusive dinner at the Green Bar, Borrisokane with live music and chauffeur  

3 Kampa Park, Wine & the Silver Screen

• Kampa Park Vltava Champagne Cruise on Kampa Park’s “Galatea” for six people
• Degustation menu with wine pairing at Kampa Park for six people
• Two cases of Bordeaux Chateau
• Branaire-Ducru 2018
• Box of Petit Haut Lafitte 2020
• Day on a Stillking Film Set 2025

4 Luxury & Dubai

• Al Habtoor Palace Hotel, three nights for two people plus two tickets for La Perle Show
• Hilton Dubai, three nights for two people, plus two tickets for La Perle Show
• Vladimír Procházka Carbon Fiber Luggage, ultra-light bespoke carry-on suitcase
• Farah Kimia oversized chocolate brown leather trench coat
• Missoni scarf

5 Here Comes the Sun by Alexandr Onishenko

6 Celebrity Night Out 

• VIP Table and access all areas at DupleX with unlimited Möet & Chandon for eight guests
• Sansho Chef’s Table Degustation with cocktails for eight people

7 Romance

• Katie.g. Luna Pendant, 14kt yellow gold and 8 brilliant cut diamonds
• ARTĚL Arabesque bowl in ink
• Corneliani black leather document holder
• Four Seasons Hotel Prague, one night Premier River Room incl. dinner

8 Y Viva Espagne

• Return flights from Prague to Barcelona and hotel transfers 
• Overnight stay at Terra Dominica Hotel and Winery
• All-inclusive dinner for two at Michelin recommended Mater Terrace Restaurant

9 Vodka & Health

• Nykur Vodka Tasting for four people at the distillery in the Faroe Islands
• One night in Torshavn, Faroe Islands for four
• One night in Villa Copenhagen for four
• One night in another Copenhagen hotel
• My Clinic voucher for 20,000 CZK
• Objet d’art “Face of Hope”

10 Culture, Cocktails & Champagne

• English National Ballet Forsythe World Premiere at Saddler’s Wells, London for two people, 10th-19th April 2025
• Sophie’s Steakhouse, London restaurant voucher £100
• Harvey Nichols Hamper
• Mahiki Rum Experience at Laki Kane, London, two hours of cocktails for 10 people
• Mlynec restaurant voucher for 10,000 CZK
• Möet & Chandon Tasting for 10 in Prague

11 Jellycat Rabbit

Please remember to check all details on the night as packages may change.

Dear friends

Thank you for supporting this year’s Charity Gala. The event was a huge success and we are delighted to tell you that we raised over 2.5 Million CZK on the night and have now raised over 48 Million CZK in total.

We owe a huge part of this success to our generous sponsors, many of whom support us year after year, and the fabulous team at Mlynec.

We are extremely grateful for your kind donations and will work closely with our charities to ensure that all the money raised is put to good use.

In 2024 we will work with the following charities:

• Department of Pediatric Hematology Oncology, University Hospital Motol: Our donations will be used to purchase specialist equipment to help both the diagnosis and treatment of children with cancer.
• Beroun Children’s Home: Beroun is a residential home for complex needs children. Our contributions will fund horse-riding lessons, swimming lessons, pet therapy, music therapy and trips to the salt caves.
• Faculty Hospital Kralovske Vinohrady: Charity Gala supports work with newborn babies. Our donations will be used to purchase surgical equipment for oncology patients.
• Dedina Center: Dedina offers a support system for adults with impaired vision. Our money will be used to support a program aimed at fostering greater independence.
• Broken Silence Foundation: Broken Silence supports deaf children after their cochlear implant surgery. Gala funds will be invested in surgical equipment for Motol ORL and to support families of newly diagnosed children.

We will update you throughout the year on our progress and you are very welcome to visit any of our charities with us.

Enjoy the holidays and all the very best for a happy and healthy year ahead. 

Charity Gala Committee

Elizabeth Neale, Paula Hessenberger, Grace Wilkinson, Blanka Smith, Anke Weber, Karen Feldman, Kate Sellers, Clare Mazzotti, Dana Duffill and Gill Maguire

Here’s a sneak peek at the packages you’ll find in our Silent Auction tonight.

1   Survival Mode

• Tumi/McLaren Velocity Backpack
• F45 Training voucher for 3 months​
• 90 min excursion and practicing evacuation from the plane Czech Aviation Training Center

2   Reinvent Yourself

• 5. Avenue voucher 10,000CZK​
• Vintage Faux mink stole​
• Face Place voucher for 1 Skin Analysis and 1 Iderm Facial
• Klinika Laser Plastic voucher, various treatments
• Tidy for Harmony voucher 2 x four hours with certified consultant 

3   Oil painting of Bologna 1980 by the Czech academic artist Jaroslav Fanta

4   Tennis Star Tomas Berdych

• Training session with Tomáš Berdych​
• Signed racket by Tomáš Berdych.
• og Group voucher for 6 sessions Emsella non-invasive stimulation of pelvic floor muscles
• F45 Training voucher for 3 months  

5   “Billboard 1” by Tomas Tichy

• “Billboard I” 100×80, oil on canvas, 2013 
• Finalist in the International Celeste Prize Rome

6   Afternoon Coffee

• Set of 6 Porcelain coffee cups
• Nespresso Vertuo Coffee Machine 
• Bakeshop cake voucher ​
• Metamorphosis Flowers voucher 1,500CZK 

7   Stylish Presents

• Bio cotton top from Tara Hollis
• Swarovski earrings
• Vero Moda voucher 5,000CZK
• Jack & Jones voucher 5,000CZK

8   Xmas Presents

• Xbox​1 TB SSD Series X
• Collectable figure ET Hamleys

9   Horse Sculpture by Jakob Flejšar

10 Hot Salsa Shake

• La Tropical Latin Dance workshop for 6 with Prosecco 
• Manifesto Cocktail Tasting Night for 8
• Meza Cruz Restaurant 2 vouchers for 1,650CZK each

11 Advent Coffee

• Box of Kristyjan Chocolates and Chocolatiers voucher 2,000CZK
• Nespresso Black Vertuo Next Coffee Machine plus 4 Porcelain Nude cups
• Christmas Decoration Concept Store/Sumo Garden
• Concept Store voucher 5,000CZK

12 Prague Painting by Shane Record

13 Ballet London

• English National Ballet’s Swan Lake in-the-round at the Royal Albert Hall, 2 tickets valid from 13^th to 23^rd June 2024 
• Bottle of champagne at the Royal Albert Hall’s new Champagne Bar
• Sophie’s Steak House voucher for dinner ￡100 

14 Goa, India

• Hotel Grand Hyatt Goa, 3 nights Grand Room incl. breakfast​
• Hotel Hyatt Regency Goa, 3 nights incl. breakfast

15 Chateau Mouzens, France

• Apartment for 4 people for one week
• Dates 1^st June to 22^nd June 2024 or 7^th September to 21^st December 2024

16 Vase Designed by Anna Jozová

• Designer vase from artist Anna Jozová
• V Zátiši voucher 10,000CZK
• Metamorphosis Flowers voucher 1,500CZK
• Beauty products from Concept Store/Sumo Garden voucher 2,000CZK

17 Just the Two of Us

• Ring designed by Hany Koi
• Degustation menu for 2 at the Augustine Hotel Prague
• Metamorphosis voucher 1,500CZK
• Wine tasting for 2 at the petit Chateau Portz Insel, Vino Cibulka

18 Fashion Lux

• 14K gold earrings designed by Jenny Halada
• Furla pink evening bag​
• Wine tasting for 2 at the petit Chateau Portz Insel, Vino Cibulka

19 Scottish Retreat

• The Craigellachie Hotel
• 3 double rooms, 2 nights 
• 1x 2 course dinner for 6 in the Spey Inn 
• 1 night whisky tasting in the world-famous Quaich Whisky Bar
• Date Oct 2024 to Mar 2025

20 VIP Golf Day at Casa Serena

• Green fees x4 at the invite-only golf course an hour from Prague
• Free buggies/trollies
• Free access to the driving range  
• All day catering breakfast, game snack and dinner.
• Golf memorabilia

21 Dubai and Doha

• So/Uptown Hotel, Dubai, 2 nights​
• Waldorf Astoria Lusail, Doha 2 nights

22 Pure Alpine Home Höchkönig

• Apartment for 8
• 120 km of skiing
• Amazing hiking, biking and climbing trails in summer
• Golf, spas and many other amenities in the area
• Easy 5-hour drive from Prague
• Cleaning fees and local taxes not covered

Silent auction closes at midnight so remember to place your bids early!

Dear friends

Thank you for supporting the Charity Gala. The event was a huge success and we are delighted to tell you that we have now raised over 46 Million CZK.

We owe a huge part of this success to our generous sponsors, many of whom support us year after year, and to the fabulous team at Mlynec.

We are extremely grateful for your kind donations and will work closely with our charities to ensure that all the money raised is put to good use.

This year we will work with the following charities:

• Department of Pediatric Hematology Oncology, University Hospital Motol: Our donations will be used to purchase specialist equipment to help both the diagnosis and treatment of children with cancer.
• Diakonie Center: Diakonie supports people with mental, physical and multiple disabilities and their families. Our donations will be used to improve the environment and purchase specialist equipment.
• Beroun Children’s Home: Beroun is a residential home for complex needs children. Our contributions will fund horse-riding lessons, swimming lessons, pet therapy, music therapy and trips to the salt caves.
• Faculty Hospital Kralovske Vinohrady: Charity Gala supports work with newborn babies. Our donations will be used to purchase surgical equipment for oncology patients.
• Dedina Center: Dedina offers a support system for adults with impaired vision. Our money will be used to support a program aimed at fostering greater independence.
• Broken Silence Foundation: Broken Silence supports deaf children after their cochlear implant surgery. Gala funds will be invested in surgical equipment for Motol ORL and to support families of newly diagnosed children.

We will update you throughout the year on our progress and you are very welcome to visit any of our charities with us.

All the very best for a happy and healthy year ahead. 

Charity Gala Committee

Elizabeth Neale, Paula Hessenberger, Grace Wilkinson, Blanka Smith, Anke Weber, Karen Feldman, Kate Sellers, Clare Mazzotti, Jo Demirel, Dana Duffill and Gill Maguire

The Official Charity Gala photos are now live!

You can see all of Tomas Cesalek’s photographs in the gallery on his website. Please feel free to download and share.

We take care to only post photos of you looking fun and fabulous but if for any reason you see a photo that you would like us to remove from either Facebook or Tomas’ website please get in touch.

We hope you like them!