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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade

Stand Up for Heroes fundraiser scheduled for November 9 in New York City

The 20th anniversary of the Stand Up for Heroes fundraiser will take place on November 9 at David Geffen Hall, featuring performances by Bruce Springsteen, Hasan Minhaj, and Jon Stewart. The event supports injured veterans and their families and has raised $117 million since its inception in 2007.

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Why It Matters

The event serves as a major fundraising vehicle for the Bob Woodruff Foundation, which provides support services to injured veterans and military families.

Key Facts

  • The Stand Up for Heroes event will take place on November 9 at David Geffen Hall in New York City.
  • The event is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
  • The fundraiser has generated $117 million for injured veterans and their families since 2007.
  • Performers include Bruce Springsteen, Hasan Minhaj, Jon Stewart, The Resilient, Alex Warren, and Josh Johnson.
  • The event is produced by the New York Comedy Festival and the Bob Woodruff Foundation.
  • The foundation was established following Bob Woodruff's injury in Iraq in 2006.

Who's Mentioned

personHasan Minhaj“Performer at the event”organizationBob Woodruff Foundation“Producer of the event”locationDavid Geffen Hall“Venue for the event”personBruce Springsteen“Performer at the event”personJon Stewart“Performer at the event”