Pier 59 vs. Milk — New York’s two powerhouse fashion photography studios — are joining forces to raise money for the athletic development of troubled youth. Pier 59 will be raising money for The Beach Channel Lacrosse Team. Started just 3 years ago, the team consists of a group of girls from a low income area in Queens that is plagued by gang violence. Milk will be raising money for STOKED, a non-profit mentoring program/organization for at risk youth through action sports. They’ve a mission of developing Successful Teens with Opportunity, Knowledge, Experience, and Determination.

Some of the festivities will include interactive games and a chance to star in your own photoshoot.  Donations have already been streaming in from fashion friends, celebrities, and professional sports teams. All proceeds will be donated to charity.

This incredible event will be held at 7PM on Tuesday, September 1st, 2009 at Rewind:

137 Essex Street

New York, NY 10002

[between Stanton & Rivington]