Robin Perez, Tali Raphaely, Carlos Fausto Miranda and Vicente Rodriguez
November 4, 2025 – The Elena A. Miranda Foundation held its annual Scotch and Cigars for a Cause fundraiser on Friday, October 24 at City Cigar Lounge in Miami that brought together community members, partners and supporters, raising $98,000 to benefit Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. The event was hosted by Fausto Commercial, City Cigar Lounge and Coastal Wealth Private Client Group.
Guests savored fine Scotch and premium cigars as they networked and supported a meaningful cause. Cigar sponsors La Flor Dominicana and Olivia Cigars generously auctioned their specialty cigars to support the cause with funds donated directly to the foundation.
The foundation was started in 2023 by Carlos Fausto Miranda, founder and principal of Fausto Commercial, in honor of his late sister. Its mission is to raise funds to support underprivileged children facing life-threatening health issues whose families lack the financial means for medical intervention and where public funding is not available. All administrative costs are fully covered by dedicated donors, ensuring that 100% of every contribution goes directly to supported causes.
“The foundation extends a heartfelt thanks to all the attendees, sponsors and volunteers whose generosity and support made this event possible,” said Miranda. “More than ever underprivileged children with severe illnesses need support and our mission is to help provide what they need.”
About the Elena A. Miranda Foundation
The Elena A. Miranda Foundation is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity. The foundation was founded by Carlos Fausto Miranda in honor of his late sister. Its mission is to raise funds for the Patient Assistance Fund at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami, Florida to support children facing life-threatening conditions with needed medical intervention, but whose families lack the financial means necessary and where public funding is not available. All administrative costs are fully covered by dedicated donors, ensuring that 100% of every contribution goes directly to supported causes. For more information visit: https://www.elenafoundation.com/
