MCF's 2025 Holiday Luncheon Announced

Monmouth Conservation Foundation Announces 2025 Holiday Style Luncheon & Shopping Spree, Featuring Sustainability Icon Danny Seo

Monmouth Conservation Foundation (MCF) invites the community to celebrate the season at its annual Holiday Style Luncheon and Shopping Spree on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury. This beloved signature fundraiser supports MCF’s charitable work to preserve open space, protect natural resources, and #KeepMonmouthGreen. 

The event’s festivities include a three-course luncheon, wine and signature cocktails, exclusive shopping experiences, holiday prizes, and a keynote program beginning at 12:00 PM. Guests may browse the holiday style boutique both before and after lunch, featuring an eclectic range of vendors, many of whom offer eco-friendly products. Twenty percent of all boutique sales will benefit MCF’s conservation work.  

Featuring Special Guest & Keynote Speaker Danny Seo 

This year, MCF is proud to welcome Danny Seo as the event's keynote speaker. Danny is one of the nation’s leading voices in sustainable living. Born on Earth Day, Seo launched his first environmental nonprofit at age 12, and has since become an influential advocate for accessible, eco-friendly living. He is the Emmy Award–winning host and executive producer of NBC’s Naturally, Danny Seo, the Chief Lifestyle Contributor on The Drew Barrymore Show, an author and magazine publisher, and the creator of a popular eco-friendly product line sold throughout North America and Europe. 

Seo’s unique ability to merge sustainability, wellness, and modern design has inspired millions to adopt greener lifestyles. Attendees will hear firsthand how making small but powerful choices, like collecting rainwater for gardening, refreshing linens with natural alternatives, recycling hard-to-dispose-of items like old sneakers, or planting pollinator-friendly flowers can create meaningful environmental impact both at home and within communities. Seo will share how these everyday shifts can not only reduce our footprint but can also save time, money, and improve our overall health. 

River Road Books will be onsite with a limited selection of Danny Seo’s books, with a portion of sales supporting MCF. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet Danny during an exclusive book signing. 

A Curated Holiday Shopping Experience 

The Holiday Shopping Boutique will feature a thoughtfully curated mix of fashion, beauty, home, food, and lifestyle vendors, perfect for finding meaningful gifts or treating yourself. This year’s participating makers and brands include: 

Amanda Jean NYC · Anavair Studio · Au Honey · The Atticco · Bruce Perlmutter Wood Works · Bungalow Road · Chelsea Boutique · COSBAR · Couture Planet · Duru Luxury · Forlanya Jewelry · Francine's Outrageous Kitchen · Ivy Coastal Collection · Janet Mavec · J.McLaughlin · Jolie by the Sea Boutique · June & Joy · Naylor & Naylor · Pink Moon Boutique · Posh Paillette · Purple Dew · Scruba LIL Deeper · Shompole · Sweetest Sin · Touchstone/Swarovski Jewelry · Trademark Boutique 

With festive surprises planned throughout the day, this event promises to be a highlight of the holiday season. 

Supporting Conservation Close to Home 

Since 1977, MCF has worked to create parks, preserve farmland, protect waterways, restore wildlife habitats, and ensure the long-term sustainability of Monmouth County’s natural resources. Proceeds from the Holiday Style Luncheon and Shopping Spree directly support MCF’s mission, helping safeguard the landscapes that make Monmouth County such a cherished place to live. 

Reserve Your Seat Today 

Join MCF to celebrate the season, support local conservation, and welcome one of the nation’s most inspiring leaders in sustainability. Tickets are $175 per person. Reserve your spot and explore full event details at monmouthconservation.org/holiday. 

Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are still available.  

Contact Kathleen Kenney for more information: kkenney@momouthconservation.org 

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Founded in 1977, Monmouth Conservation Foundation (MCF) works to acquire and preserve open space and farmland and conserve natural habitats throughout Monmouth County in support of outdoor recreation, agriculture, clean water, and wildlife for long-term sustainability. An independent nonprofit organization that works with Monmouth County and its 53 municipalities, MCF’s vision is to lead conservation and education efforts to preserve and protect our natural environment, so all individuals and communities have access to and can benefit from open space and nature for generations to come. MCF received accreditation by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission in 2014 and has continued to maintain this status since. Accreditation is awarded to land trusts meeting the highest national standards for excellence and conservation permanence. MCF is one of 478 accredited land trusts out of 1,281 nationwide. For more information, visit www.monmouthconservation.org.