BELLA Around Town: The Special 2026 Derby Issue

Written By BELLA Magazine

There are events you attend… and then there are events that stay with you.

I remember walking into Friends of the ‘Well’s Kentucky Derby event last year and immediately feeling it. Not just the beauty though, yes, the hats were stunning, the florals were breathtaking, and every detail was thoughtfully curated but something deeper. There was a sense of purpose woven into the experience. A quiet understanding that this wasn’t just a social gathering. This was community in motion.

As someone who has spent years building BELLA around storytelling that matters, I’ve learned to recognize the difference between what looks good and what does good. And Friends of the ‘Well? They do both, exceptionally well.

That’s why returning this year felt different.

This year, we aren’t just attending. BELLA showed up as a media partner, aligned with a mission that reflects everything we believe in: using our platform to amplify stories that inspire, connect, and create real impact.

Because behind the glamour of Derby Day is something far more important: families who need support, neighbors who step up without hesitation, and a community that refuses to look the other way when help is needed.

That’s the story worth telling.

And that’s exactly why we’re here.

With gratitude and excitement,

Vanessa Coppes

Founder + CEO of BELLA Media + Co.

Editor-in-Chief of BELLA Magazine, BELLA LATINA MAGAZINE, BELLA insider, bella around town, BELLA Boss Magazine

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BELLA Magazine offers a carefully curated guide on fashion, beauty, health, philanthropy, arts and culture, cuisine, celebrities, and entertainment. The magazine is available nationwide through subscription and caters to both men and women.

Our content aims to inspire and empower readers with relevant and informative articles. BELLA features interviews with celebrities, influential people and real-life stories to provide insights on various topics.

After its acquisition in 2019, BELLA magazine is published under BELLA Media + Co. which also publishes BELLA Latina magazine + BELLA Around Town Small Business Digest, available in print and digital formats.