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Beebe Healthcare and The Starboard go purple to fight addiction

Fifth annual event raises funds to fight addiction
Guest bartenders Taylor Knox and Justin Fisher from Decade 80 pour drinks and take donations at the annual Beebe Goes Purple fundraiser Sep. 18 at The Starboard in Dewey Beach. DAN COOK PHOTOS
Dan Cook
September 23, 2025

Guest bartenders and happy customers were the order of the evening Sept. 18, as The Starboard in Dewey Beach teamed with the Beebe Medical Foundation to raise funds at Beebe Goes Purple.

The fifth annual event is a powerful evening that unites the community in support of those impacted by addiction. What began as an initiative to engage young professionals in supporting their local healthcare system has grown each year in attendance, awareness and philanthropic impact.

“Addiction knows no boundaries, and this event reminds us that recovery and hope are possible,” said Kay Young, executive director of Beebe Medical Foundation. “I am deeply grateful to the Beebe team members, The Starboard and our generous community for growing this event each year.”

“What a great overall event,” said The Starboard owner Steve “Monty” Montgomery. “The folks at Beebe organizing this make it easy for us to do what we do best, [and] that’s to create a fun environment for all to be together in this strong community to have some laughs together, friendly competition with the fundraising and everyone focused on supporting our local healthcare to the best of their ability. And who doesn’t like to have 15 minutes each behind a bar making drinks for their supporters? I’ve always said you feel 20 years younger back there with folks all wanting you to make them their next drink.”

“We are especially grateful to the many Beebe team members, board members and community leaders who come together to make this event so meaningful,” said Young. “Special thanks to Lee Ann Wilkinson and her team, whose leadership and dedication have been instrumental in its success.”

Throughout the evening, Beebe’s Community Outreach team was present to provide education, support and free Narcan kits.

 

Guest bartender and Atlantic Refrigeration co-owner Connor Jones makes a tasty orange crush. He took top honors for donations raised at the event.
Beebe Healthcare President and CEO Dr. David Tam, left, and The Starboard owner Steve “Monty” Montgomery enjoy Beebe Goes Purple event.
Bill Lee gives a donation to Justen Albright, financial analyst and organizer.
A customer takes a pic of guest bartender Dr. Bill Chasanov.
Raising funds at the event are (l-r) Denise Allen, Bill Lee and Kathy McDonald.
Popular Dewey Beach DJ and emcee for the night DJ Manny Mann gives out times for a bartender change.
CAMP Rehoboth board member and guest bartender Mike DeFlavia squeezes oranges for a crush.
Eric Engelhart, left, and Chris Beagle support the guest bartenders.
Having a great time at the event are (l-r) Mike DeFlavia, Brian Shook and Derek Thomas.
Beebe Healthcare President and CEO Dr. David Tam enjoys the event with his wife Rebecca.
Enjoying the event are (l-r) Katie Avsec, Wendy Hagar and Ava Cannon.
Having some tasty libations are (l-r) Michael Biegay, Chad Stover and Don Stegall.
Handing out guest bartender bags with goodies are Olivia Duffield, left, and her mom Karen.
The organizers of Beebe Goes Purple are (l-r) Justen Albright, financial analyst; Sean Flanigan, gift officer; and Amy Keller, event coordinator.
Having a good time at the event are (l-r) Scott Burdette, David Bartholomew and Jack Kelly.
Having a great night at the event are (l-r) Dr. Bill Chasanov, Mark Ostroski, Jackson Ostroski, Gracen Browning and Loretta Ostroski.
The Starboard owner Steve “Monty” Montgomery, left, and former Delaware Speaker of the House Pete Schwartzkopf have a moment at the event.
Kay Young, executive director of Beebe Medical Foundation, left, and Jessica Gordon smile for the camera.
Theresa and Jack Woods are styling in their Beebe Goes Purple swag.

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Dan has worked for the Cape Gazette for more than 30 years as a photographer and reporter, covering high school sports and happenings around eastern Sussex County. He won a photography award from the National Newspaper Association, and numerous awards from the Maryland, Delaware, D.C. Press Association. A Delaware native, Dan graduated from Cape in 1972 and returned as a teacher and coach in the 1980s. He retired from the classroom in 2016. He was inducted into Cape High’s Legends Stadium in 2016. In his spare time, Dan enjoys spending time with his wife, two sons, grandchildren and dogs. 

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