Tom Finkelpearl is an American arts promoter and former museum director who serves as commissioner of the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in the aftermath of which hurricane, in 2012, that affected particularly New York City, its suburbs, and Long Island, he launched an initiative called "CultureAID" to "formalize the essential role artists and arts organizations played in relief efforts"?
Tom Finkelpearl:  In the aftermath of hurricane Hurricane Sandy, he launched an initiative called "CultureAID" to "formalize the essential role artists and arts organizations played in relief efforts". Effects of Hurricane Sandy in New York: New York was severely affected by Hurricane Sandy in 2012, particularly New York City, its suburbs, and Long Island.
Hurricane Sandy