Water of Life 2026
Water of Life brings together the finest spirits, rare pours, and passionate whisky experts — all in support of a vital cause: helping patients with GIST, a rare form of cancer.
Fundraisers Make an Big Impact this Season
The most meaningful fundraisers are those that are born of a passion - the WOLF events and our newest - Texas Hold'Em are two great examples.
A Memorable Evening at Water of Life
The Water of Life whisky tasting event celebrated rare pours, community, and support for The Life Raft Group’s mission for GIST patients.
Water of Life June Event 2025
Water of Life brings together the finest spirits, rare pours, and passionate whisky experts — all in support of a vital cause: helping patients with GIST, a rare form of cancer.
Water of Life Fall Event
The Life Raft Group & Dr. Matthew Lurin hosted the 5th Water of Life Fall Event, the WOLF. This annual "Once in a Lifetime" event is a gathering of several philanthropic whisky enthusiasts, as well as some of the greatest brands.
Feis Off! Water of Life Event Hosted by Dr. Matt Lurin
Festival Season is always a fun time in Scotland, and many folks make annual pilgrimages to some of their favorite distilleries including our own Water of Life Host, me, Matthew Lurin. However, in times of pandemics these festivals were cancelled and many fans were unable to take flights and drives and ferries to see their friends.
Heroes on the Frontline: Dr. Matthew Lurin
Q&A with a LRG Major Donor & Fundraiser
Whisky Lovers Gather at WOLF
Whisky aficionados gathered for the 3rd Annual Water of Life Fall event (WOLF) to enjoy whisky and raise funds for #GISTresearch.
Water of Life: A Night to Remember
The second annual Water of Life whisky fundraiser was a night to remember! This year’s event, hosted by Dr. Matt Lurin to benefit the Life Raft Group, was held at Midtown Loft & Terrace [...]
Second Water of Life Event to Make a “Big Splash”
Join The Life Raft Group on May 12, 2016, for our second annual whisky fundraiser, Water of Life! This year, the event will be held at Midtown Loft and Terrace in New York City. [...]