Philanthropist Amy Green & Grammy Winner Black Coffee Celebrate “An Evening of Music & Impact” in Aspen

A cross-section of music, fashion, and philanthropy converged on The St. Regis Aspen Resort on March 26 for what hosts Amy Green and Black Coffee billed as “An Evening of Music & Impact.” The purposeful, high-gloss gathering benefitted the hosts’ respective charities: The Green Vision Foundation and The Black Coffee Foundation. 

High profile guests embraced the night’s “Gilded Wild” theme, with attendees leaning into animal prints and maximalist flair. The successful event, sponsored by CounterSpike, fused runway looks with DJ culture to heighten awareness of the parallel missions of both causes.

Partygoers were treated to an uplifting and celebratory performance at the outset from Grammy-winning DJ and South African native Black Coffee — born Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo — that also marked his 50th birthday. Later, guests gathered for a private dinner at Marea inside The Snow Lodge, the seasonal nightlife outpost curated by Jayma Cardoso.

Fashion played a central role in the evening’s programming. A runway presentation from Bronx Banco delivered a burst of saturated color and sculptural tailoring, reinforcing the brand’s reputation for statement-making silhouettes worn by a global roster of cultural icons including Beyoncé, JLo, Miley Cyrus, Doja Cat, Ciara, Kelly Rowland and Paris Hilton.

Eco-philanthropist, entrepreneur and co-host Green also held her own reveal: a new GIADA loungewear capsule crafted from Vegetable Cashmere, a plant-based textile derived from soy protein that aims to merge sustainability with high-end comfort. GIADA is created by women, for women, looking for more functionality and ethics in their wardrobe and those dressing with high-end intention. GIADA’s design philosophy is grounded in three core principles, Vegan Luxury, Limited, Low-Impact Production, and New York Craftsmanship.

The guest list drew figures from fashion, philanthropy, and social circles, including Ellen Capri, model Sofia Resing, Bronz and Banco designer Natalie De Banco, Bo McCourt, Polly and Noah Bremen, Chelsea Washington and the owners of The St. Regis Aspen, Stephane and Sabrina De Baets, plus additional supporters of both foundations. As the evening wound down, the room shifted from formal gala to intimate celebration, culminating with cake and a group rendition of “Happy Birthday” for Black Coffee.

Beyond the fanfare, the event functioned as a fundraiser and awareness platform. Proceeds and partnerships supported initiatives spanning youth education, disability services, women’s empowerment, and biodiversity conservation, causes championed by both The Green Vision Foundation and The Black Coffee Foundation.

Green Vision was established by Green with her husband Gary, who currently owns the Union Soccer League’s Union Omaha franchise and Minor League baseball teams like the Richmond Flying Squirrels and the Montgomery Biscuits. 

“We believe that sport and music are two of the most powerful forces in the world, capable of bringing people together across borders, cultures, and generations,” Gary says. 

“As a family deeply rooted in the world of sport and lifelong lovers of music, we have built our lives around these shared passions,” he explains. “We have witnessed firsthand how these universal languages create connection, energy, and unity.”

Green Vision has become a vehicle for change, bringing together influential communities to protect our planet, empower underserved populations, and create meaningful opportunities for future generations. The foundation has become an increasingly visible player in global conservation, backing efforts in anti-poaching, ocean restoration, and rainforest preservation, while convening donors and policymakers through events like its annual Footprint of Life Gala. 

Meanwhile, The Black Coffee Foundation continues its work in South Africa, focusing on sustainable support systems for disabled and underserved communities, with an emphasis on education and long-term development.