Stacy Polley Will Host Alzheimer’s Benefit Cabaret Show
The cabaret performance on October 8, 2026, in New York City will raise funds for Alzheimer’s research.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Alzheimer’s
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Former finance executive Stacy Polley will perform her cabaret show, I Can't Stand Still, at Sony Hall in New York City on October 8, 2026. The production serves as a fundraiser to support ongoing research into Alzheimer's disease.
Why it matters
The show supports the Fork It Fund, which aims to drive financial resources toward Alzheimer's research following the loss of Polley's father to the condition. This event highlights how personal advocacy and storytelling are used to bridge the gap in funding for neurodegenerative disease research.
The Fork It Fund has generated over $4 million in total donations for Alzheimer's research to date. An additional $1 million is projected to be donated by the end of 2026, though specific recipient research targets remain under investigation.
The players
Stacy Polley
A 57-year-old former Goldman Sachs executive who uses cabaret performances to raise money for Alzheimer's research.
Fork It Fund
A charitable initiative that has donated over $4 million to support scientific research into Alzheimer's disease.
The details
The production, titled I Can't Stand Still, features Stacy Polley accompanied by four back-up singers and a 13-piece band. Each performance requires nine months of preparation, weaving personal storytelling, songs, and humor to reflect on finding contentment after a long career in finance. The show serves as a platform to sustain the donor efforts of the Fork It Fund.
Timeline
2008: Polley performed her first cabaret show.
2016: Polley's father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's.
August 2026: Polley's father died.
October 8, 2026: The cabaret show takes place at Sony Hall.
Health Landscape
This performance is part of a growing trend of private philanthropic funding for neurodegenerative disease research. It follows a pattern of individual advocacy efforts intended to supplement established public and institutional scientific investments.
Events like this highlight the importance of understanding the impact of Alzheimer's on families. Discussing long-term care plans and family history with your physician remains a key step for those concerned about cognitive health.
The takeaway
Supporting research through community events can help sustain funding for the development of new treatments. Keep track of current research progress and speak with your doctor about identifying early warning signs of cognitive decline.
Further reading
Learn more about the current Alzheimer’s research landscape and support options in New York City.
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