William Stearns at Beer for Beasts event

William Stearns

Craft beer advocate and charitable event strategist

Business Administration from New York University • Founder and Executive Director at Beer for Beasts • 12 years in Charitable Event Management

Growing up in Brooklyn during the craft beer renaissance, William witnessed firsthand how beer culture could bring communities together. As a lifelong animal advocate and beer enthusiast, he recognized an opportunity to merge these passions into something greater than the sum of its parts. Beer for Beasts emerged from his vision of creating exclusive, high-quality beer experiences that would generate significant charitable impact while celebrating the artistry of Brooklyn's brewing talent.

What I Write About

My Approach

Quality experiences create lasting commitment. When people feel genuinely connected to both the craft and the cause, they become advocates for life.

William believes in the power of authentic community engagement and premium experiences to drive charitable giving. His approach emphasizes quality over scale, transparency in fund management, and building sustainable relationships between brewers, donors, and animal welfare organizations.

Currently Working On

Expanding the Beer for Beasts model to new markets while developing innovative partnerships between craft beverage producers and casino entertainment venues for enhanced charitable fundraising.